Restaurant in Kawaba, Japan
VENTINOVE
400Pearl PointsPlanned Dinner

About VENTINOVE
VENTINOVE is worth booking for a quiet, ingredient-led Italian meal in Kawaba, especially for a date or special occasion where the setting matters. It is less useful as a casual Italian fallback; DA PEPI is the easier value alternative, while canade and Don Bravo suit diners who want a more city-style Italian experience.
VENTINOVE is an Italian restaurant in Kawaba with a listed price range of JPY 15,000-19,999. It is best considered as a planned meal rather than a casual fallback, especially because its verified hours are limited to 3–9 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with Wednesday and Thursday closed. For diners comparing other restaurant options, DA PEPI is one useful reference point, while VENTINOVE is the Kawaba choice in this set.
The main verified reasons to consider VENTINOVE are direct: Italian cuisine, a smart-casual dress code, a higher price band, and confirmed recognition from The Japan Times Destination Restaurants Selection #2 in 2024, Tabelog 100 in 2025, and Tabelog Bronze in 2026. If the meal is part of a longer stay, plan around the listed hours and the two weekly closed days.
Italian dining in Kawaba with a higher price range
The clearest case for booking VENTINOVE is that it offers Italian dining in Kawaba at JPY 15,000-19,999. That makes it more suitable for diners who are intentionally planning a meal than for anyone looking for a quick, low-commitment stop. The smart-casual dress code also points to a restaurant where guests should arrive prepared rather than treating it as an improvised visit.
For comparison, Il Pregio and Don Bravo are useful restaurant reference points for diners deciding what kind of meal they want. VENTINOVE's distinguishing verified context is its Kawaba location, Italian cuisine, price range, listed hours, and confirmed recognition.
Book for a planned meal, not for convenience
VENTINOVE's schedule makes planning important. It is listed as open from 3–9 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and closed on Wednesday and Thursday. There is no verified lunch service in the available data, so plan around the listed afternoon-to-evening hours when arranging your itinerary.
The price range also makes it a better fit for diners who are comfortable committing to a higher-spend Italian meal. If you are comparing other restaurants, DA PEPI, Fogliolina della Porta Fortuna, and canade can help frame the decision depending on the kind of meal, location, and availability you are considering.
Where it sits against recognized dining peers
VENTINOVE has confirmed recognition from The Japan Times Destination Restaurants Selection #2 in 2024, Tabelog 100 in 2025, and Tabelog Bronze in 2026. Those accolades make it a credible option for diners looking specifically at recognized restaurants.
Among comparison options, canade, Don Bravo, Il Pregio, Fogliolina della Porta Fortuna, and DA PEPI are useful names to consider alongside VENTINOVE. The most important verified differences for VENTINOVE are its Kawaba location, Italian cuisine, JPY 15,000-19,999 price range, smart-casual dress code, and limited weekly hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives or comparisons to VENTINOVE?
For comparison, consider Fogliolina della Porta Fortuna, DA PEPI, Don Bravo, canade, or Il Pregio as restaurant reference points. VENTINOVE itself is the Kawaba option in this set, with confirmed recognition from The Japan Times Destination Restaurants Selection #2 (2024), Tabelog 100 (2025), and Tabelog Bronze (2026).
Is VENTINOVE good for solo dining?
VENTINOVE can be considered by solo diners who are comfortable planning a higher-priced Italian meal in Kawaba. The verified price range is JPY 15,000-19,999, and the listed hours are limited, so it is better approached as a planned meal than a spontaneous stop.
Is the tasting menu worth it at VENTINOVE?
A specific tasting-menu format is not verified in the available data. What is verified is that VENTINOVE is an Italian restaurant in Kawaba with a JPY 15,000-19,999 price range and confirmed recognition from The Japan Times and Tabelog.
How far ahead should I book VENTINOVE?
Plan around the listed schedule: VENTINOVE is open 3–9 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and closed Wednesday and Thursday. No specific booking lead time is verified, so check availability directly before making plans.
Is VENTINOVE worth the price?
It is worth considering for diners who want Italian dining in Kawaba and are comfortable with the JPY 15,000-19,999 range. Its confirmed recognition includes The Japan Times Destination Restaurants Selection #2 (2024), Tabelog 100 (2025), and Tabelog Bronze (2026).
Can VENTINOVE accommodate groups?
Specific group capacity is not verified in the available data. If planning for more than a small party, confirm directly with the restaurant and keep the listed 3–9 PM opening hours in mind.
Is VENTINOVE good for a special occasion?
VENTINOVE is a reasonable special-occasion candidate for diners seeking Italian cuisine in Kawaba at JPY 15,000-19,999. The smart-casual dress code, limited weekly hours, and confirmed recognition all support treating it as a planned meal.
Location
2593-1 Yachi, Kawaba, Tone District, Gunma 378-0101, Japan
Kawaba, Japan
Compare VENTINOVE
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| VENTINOVE | Italian | JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 | Easy |
| Fogliolina della Porta Fortuna | Italian | Unknown | |
| DA PEPI | Italian | ¥¥ | Unknown |
| Don Bravo | Italian | Unknown | |
| canade | Italian | ¥¥¥ | Unknown |
| Il Pregio | Italian | Unknown |
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Also Consider
- Fogliolina della Porta Fortuna, Italian, Italian
- DA PEPI, Italian, ¥¥
- Don Bravo, Italian, Italian
- canade, Italian, ¥¥¥
- Il Pregio, Italian, Italian
How VENTINOVE compares with other Italian options
Choose VENTINOVE when the meal is meant to feel destination-driven and ingredient-led. Compared with DA PEPI, it asks for a higher level of commitment and suits a more deliberate occasion; DA PEPI is the better call for value and a lower-pressure Italian meal.
canade is the closer cross-shop for diners who want a higher-tier Italian experience without making Kawaba the center of the plan. Don Bravo and Il Pregio are stronger fits for guests who prefer a polished urban Italian frame over a rural destination dinner.
Fogliolina della Porta Fortuna is worth considering if the priority is another serious Italian booking rather than a cheaper alternative. For Kawaba specifically, VENTINOVE is the pick when ambiance, sourcing, and occasion value matter more than ease or flexibility.
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