Nasu, Tochigi, Japan｜PAPA SCHNELL

We were a little concerned when google maps brought us here, but like all things it is what is inside that matters. We had a center cut Nasu wagyu steak which was perfection with just salt and very light pepper. The kids had a steak (2750) each and devoured it in short order. We also had the hamburger with red wine glace topped with a wonderfully cooked egg as a topping. The corn soup was enjoyable, but the mushroom soup was stellar. This is truly a hidden gem. We live part time in Nasu and visited the week after umi holiday. Because it was after the holiday, we had the restaurant to ourselves and one other couple. No regrets, truly a hidden gem we will return to! The owners were a great pleasure to speak with. The owner/chef spent time cooking in Canada and the US, and enjoyed conversing in English with us.

The hamburg steak was made from a local beef (Nasu beef). It was delicious, and my daughter enjoyed it, too. The service was excellent. I love the homey atmosphere of the restaurant. Will definitely visit again.

Exceptionally fresh produce and perfectly cooked wagyu beef that falls apart with the slightest touch. The stew was absolutely divine. The chef came out to personally explain to us in English each course we had and what we were having. Really appreciate the exceptional service and warm ambience! So good that we came again for lunch the next day