Restaurant in Nasu-gun, Japan

Penny Lane Nasu ten

Name: Penny Lane Nasu ten
Address: 656-2 Yumoto, Nasu, Nasu District, Tochigi 325-0301, Japan, Nasu-gun, JP
Telephone: +81 287-76-1960

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Penny Lane Nasu ten, Restaurant in Nasu-gun

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About Penny Lane Nasu ten

Tabelog Bread EAST 100 bakery and yoshoku restaurant in Nasu-gun, serving breakfast plates alongside house-baked loaves. Reservations recommended for weekend mornings; terrace seating offers mountain views. Open daily 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (restaurant until 6:00 PM), with 80-unit parking and family-friendly policies. JPY 3,000–3,999.

Nasu-gun sits in Tochigi prefecture, a weekend escape from Tokyo where farm-to-table cafes and bakeries dot the highland landscape. Among them, this bread-focused venue claimed a spot on Tabelog's Bread EAST 100 in both 2020 and 2022, placing it alongside the region's most-visited bakeries during a period when artisan bread culture exploded across Japan. Walk-ins are possible, but weekend mornings see the 100-seat space, 50 inside, 50 on the terrace, fill quickly. Reservations open by phone (+81-287-76-1960) and secure the restaurant's private room for groups of six; expect a JPY 1,000 room charge.

Breakfast Plates and House-Baked Bread

The format leans heavily on bread: loaves are baked on-site and sold from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, with the restaurant operating until 6:00 PM most days and 7:00 PM on Saturdays. The breakfast plate anchors the dining menu, pairing warm bread with yoshoku-style sides, Japanese interpretations of Western comfort food. At JPY 3,000–3,999 per head (the official range; diner reports cluster closer to JPY 2,000–2,999), the meal skews casual rather than fine-dining. Credit cards (Visa, Master, JCB, Amex, Diners) and QR payments (PayPay, d Barai, Rakuten Pay, au PAY) are accepted; electronic money is not. The terrace seats deliver mountain views, weather permitting, pets are welcome in the outdoor section.

How It Fits the Nasu Bakery Scene

Compared to NASU SHOZO CAFE, which runs JPY 1,000–1,999 and draws a similarly casual crowd, this venue charges more and offers a broader sit-down dining program alongside its retail bakery. Cafe & Garden Shirasagi Tei occupies the same JPY 3,000–3,999 bracket but focuses on garden ambiance over bread retail. For a lower-cost bakery stop with minimal sit-down service, Minami Gaoka Bokujou Milk Chaya (under JPY 1,000) and NASU SHOZO CAFE are faster and cheaper. If you want a full meal in a comparable setting without the bread focus, Steak House Juraku Honten serves yoshoku in the same price band but pivots to grilled meats rather than baked goods. The Tabelog Bread EAST 100 recognition signals technical competence in bread-making, but the venue functions as a hybrid: part retail bakery, part casual restaurant, with the breakfast plate serving as the bridge between the two. The 80-unit parking lot and family-friendly policies (high chairs provided, children welcome, spacious seating) make it practical for groups and weekend drives from Tokyo, roughly 18 minutes by car from Nasu Interchange on the Tohoku Expressway. The private room (six-person maximum) requires advance booking and adds JPY 1,000; walk-ins default to the terrace or main dining area. Wine and cocktails are available, a relative rarity for a bakery-led venue, expanding the meal beyond breakfast into brunch or lunch service. Open year-round, the venue maintains consistent 8:00 AM–5:00 PM hours (6:00 PM restaurant close most days), making it a reliable first stop on a Nasu itinerary. For context on other dining options in the area, see our full Nasu-gun restaurants guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far ahead should I book Penny Lane Nasu ten?

Reservations are accepted but often unnecessary for walk-ins outside peak weekend mornings. The 100-seat capacity (50 indoor, 50 terrace) absorbs most traffic, though Saturday breakfast can fill by 9:00 AM. Book a day or two ahead if visiting Saturday or Sunday between 8:00–10:00 AM, especially in autumn foliage season.

Can Penny Lane Nasu ten accommodate groups?

Yes, with six-person maximum seating and a private room available for up to six (JPY 1,000 room charge). The open terrace seats 50 and works well for casual groups of four to six. High chairs are provided, the venue welcomes children and pets, making it practical for family groups touring Nasu.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Penny Lane Nasu ten?

There is no tasting menu. The format centers on breakfast plates served with house-baked bread, plus à la carte yoshoku dishes. Bread is sold separately from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the restaurant operates until 6:00 PM most days (7:00 PM Saturdays). Come for the bread and straightforward breakfast format, not multi-course dining.

What should I wear to Penny Lane Nasu ten?

Casual clothing is appropriate. The open terrace, 80-space parking lot, pet-friendly policy signal a relaxed, family-oriented atmosphere. Expect daytrippers in hiking boots and weekend visitors in resort-casual attire. The JPY 3,000–3,999 price range and breakfast-focused format do not require formal dress.

Is Penny Lane Nasu ten worth the price?

At JPY 3,000–3,999, it costs more than NASU SHOZO CAFE (JPY 1,000–1,999) but delivers Tabelog 100 Bread East recognition and a broader sit-down menu. Worth it if you want recognized bread quality and a full breakfast plate with terrace seating. For casual coffee and lighter spending, NASU SHOZO CAFE offers better value.

Location

656-2 Yumoto, Nasu, Nasu District, Tochigi 325-0301, Japan

Nasu-gun, Japan

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Steak House Juraku Honten, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
NASU SHOZO CAFE, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
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Cafe & Garden Shirasagi Tei, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999

At JPY 3,000–3,999, this venue sits mid-tier among Nasu-gun's casual dining options, but the Tabelog Bread EAST 100 recognition sets it apart from typical cafes. NASU SHOZO CAFE (JPY 1,000–1,999) and Minami Gaoka Bokujou Milk Chaya (under JPY 1,000) offer faster, cheaper breakfast stops if you prioritize speed over sit-down service. Cafe & Garden Shirasagi Tei matches the price but leans harder on garden ambiance than bread craft. For yoshoku with more protein focus, Steak House Juraku Honten delivers grilled meats in the same range.

Book here if the Tabelog bread pedigree matters or if you want a terrace breakfast with mountain views and retail bakery access. The 100-seat capacity (split indoor/outdoor) and 80-unit parking lot make it the easiest option for families or groups driving from Tokyo. Private-room dining (six-person max, JPY 1,000 surcharge) requires advance phone booking, but walk-ins typically secure terrace or main-room seating except on weekend mornings. The wine and cocktail program is unusual for a bakery-led venue, extending utility beyond breakfast into lunch or brunch.

Value proposition: you're paying for the Tabelog-recognized bread and the spacious, pet-friendly terrace setting. If bread quality is secondary and you want a quicker, cheaper meal, NASU SHOZO CAFE or Minami Gaoka Bokujou Milk Chaya will do. If you want the bread and the full sit-down breakfast experience, this is the call in Nasu-gun.