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Amatani Cheese Workshop

Japanese-style cheese souvenirs encountered in the nature of Nasu

Flavorful cheese made using milk from Nasu Highlands farms. With the desire for people to try cheese beyond the standard pairings—like the common belief that "wine is the drink that goes with cheese"—Japanese-style arrangements were born, such as tamari-pickled cheese and miso-infused burrata, which are also delicious as snacks for sake or beer.
The reason for starting the shop was that the owner's father was involved in brewing soy sauce and miso. Although they initially sold products under the eaves of their house, the number of customers gradually increased, leading them to open a physical store.

[Product Name/Price] "Fresh Mozzarella" (approx. 150g) 850 yen, "Tamari-Pickled Mozzarella Cheese" (approx. 100-150g) 750 yen
[Expiration Date] "Fresh Mozzarella": 7 days from the date of manufacture, "Tamari-Pickled Mozzarella Cheese": 10 days from the date of manufacture

Discover new ways to pair cheese

"I want customers to expand the possibilities of cheese themselves," says the owner. For example, if you try the "Tamari-Pickled Mozzarella Cheese" and realize how delicious the combination of cheese and soy sauce is, they hope you will feel free to try it at home as well. Try drizzling soy sauce on "Sumishiro Fresh Cheese," pairing it with miso, or having it as a snack with beer instead of wine. Through the flavors you encounter here, you might just discover new pairings of cheese and food that aren't bound by conventional ideas.

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There are many arranged cheeses perfect for snacks with alcohol, such as mozzarella cheese pickled in tamari soy sauce. It is also surprising that everything is handmade. The acorns drawn on the packaging are said to be motifs of the owner and his son.

Amatani Cheese Workshop

• 206-530 Yumoto, Nasu-machi, Nasu-gun, Tochigi Prefecture MAP
• 30 minutes by car from JR Kuroiso Station
• 10:00–17:00 (closes when sold out)
• Tuesdays and Wednesdays
• 0287-76-2723
• Free

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Cheese Garden Nasu Main Store

The quintessential Nasu souvenir: "Goyotei Cheesecake"

Located along the Nasu Kaido, the main street of the Nasu sightseeing route, this shop catches the eye with its villa-style entrance. Its signature product, the "Goyotei Cheesecake," is moist, rich, and smooth, with an exquisite balance of sweetness and acidity. It is a masterpiece crafted by artisans who blend several types of high-quality cheese using a unique recipe and bake each one carefully with expert skill. Another point of pride is that everything is made at their own factory at the foot of the Nasu mountain range. Since it comes in a box and can be stored at room temperature, many people buy two or three at a time for souvenirs for loved ones or for themselves, and there are many repeat customers.

[Product Name/Price] "Goyotei Cheesecake" (approx. 16.5cm diameter) 1,680 yen
[Shelf Life] 20 days from the date of manufacture

A sophisticated space with a wide array of stylish groceries

In addition to several varieties of cheesecake, the shop offers a wonderful space reminiscent of a European market, lined with cheese-focused baked goods and groceries such as wines and snacks collected from both Japan and abroad.
The shop also features a cafe corner where you can enjoy original sandwiches, pizza, soft-serve ice cream, and parfaits. Furthermore, the adjacent "Cafe & Garden Shirasagi-tei" is recommended as a lunch spot, where you can enjoy "Special Black Curry" or "Pork Cutlet" in an elegant atmosphere surrounded by a lush, highland-style garden.

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Shinrinno Farm

Delicious as is or grilled. Caciocavallo made with traditional methods

Located in the northern part of Nasu Town, this farm raises Jersey cows in a sprawling forest pasture and also produces dairy products. All of their homemade products can be purchased at the cafe at the farm entrance. The cheese, named "Shinrin kara no Fukubukuro" (Lucky Bag from the Forest), is a round, plump Cacio Cavallo. Cheese artisans use traditional methods to craft it, adjusting for the subtle seasonal changes in the composition and quality of the Jersey milk. It has a moist texture and a mild flavor, making it perfect as a snack just as it is, but if you cut it into thick slices and lightly grill it, it becomes fragrant and melts into an exquisite treat. It is sold in a box, and its appearance, resting like an egg on green hay, is full of charm.

[Product Name/Price] "Shinrin kara no Fukubukuro Jersey Cacio Cavallo Cheese" (200g) 1,500 yen
[Shelf Life] 50 days from the date of manufacture

Bring home the bounty of Jersey cows raised in open pastures

Milk, which is also used as an ingredient for cheese, is characterized by its seasonal flavor variations depending on the feed the cows eat, such as pasture grass and hay. By using low-temperature pasteurization, a deep and rich flavor close to that of raw milk is preserved. Other items such as butter, yogurt, and ice cream are also must-try products that you can enjoy at the attached cafe or take home as souvenirs.
At the back of the cafe is the entrance to the pasture where Jersey cows live. While walking along the promenade, you can see the cows grazing peacefully in the pasture, which makes use of the mountainous terrain, from up close. There are also ponds and handmade swings in the forest, making it a spot where the pastoral scenery gently heals your heart.

[Product Name/Price] "Shinrin no Gyunyu" 500ml bottle 864 yen, 90ml bottle 220 yen
[Expiration Date] 1 week from the date of manufacture

Shinrin no Bokujo (Forest Farm)

• 627-114 Toyohara-otsu, Nasu-machi, Nasu-gun, Tochigi Prefecture MAP
• Approx. 13 minutes by car from JR Shin-Shirakawa Station, or approx. 12 minutes from Nasu Kogen Smart I.C.
• 10:00–16:00
• Thursdays (Open during Obon and Golden Week; winter closures apply)
• 0287-77-1340
• The products introduced can also be purchased at the affiliated store "SOFTCREAM STAND" in the same town.
  
  

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Nasu Kogen Ima Farm Cheese Workshop

Take home high-quality cheese that is highly acclaimed both in Japan and abroad

"Ima Bokujo" has been involved in dairy farming in Nasu since 1947 (Showa 22) and now also makes cheese at an on-site cheese workshop. The cheese made from the milk of the cows and goats they raise is a hot topic for being exquisite. Among them, the washed-rind cheese "Rindo" is a prized item that won bronze at the World Cheese Awards 2019. While many washed-rind types have a strong fermented odor, this one is not too pungent and has a rich flavor. "Chausudake" and "Nasuno" are cheeses made by coating the surface with charcoal, allowing you to enjoy their acidity and rich milk flavor.

[Product Name/Price] "Rindo" (made from cow's milk, approx. 100g) 620 yen, "Nasuno" (made from cow's milk, approx. 80g) 450 yen, "Chausudake" (made from goat's milk, approx. 180g) 2,060 yen
[Expiration Date] "Rindo" approx. 21 days from the date of manufacture, "Nasuno" and "Chausudake" approx. 28 days from the date of manufacture

The secret to the delicious taste is the freshness of the milk and careful craftsmanship

At the farm, the distance from milking to transport to the factory is kept as short as possible to prevent milk degradation and odor absorption, while also handling it carefully to ensure the fat content is not damaged. This is said to result in cheese with little odor that retains the original flavor of the milk. When eating the cheese at home, you can enjoy it as is, but the salty "Rindo" is also delicious when added to pasta sauce or sprinkled over salads. Additionally, "Chausudake" and "Nasuno" are recommended to be paired with dark or light roast coffee, tea, white wine, or rosé.

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Cheeses can also be purchased at the online shop, but popular items often sell out. However, there are products that you can get if you visit the store, so please stop by when you visit Nasu.

Nasu Kogen Imamakiba Cheese Studio

• 5898 Takaku-otsu, Nasu-machi, Nasu-gun, Tochigi Prefecture MAP
• Approx. 15 minutes by car from JR Kuroiso Station
• 10:00–16:00
• Wednesday
• 0287-74-2580
• Free

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Nasu Senbonmatsu Farm

Exquisite handmade farm milk cheesecake made with milk that brings out the original flavor of raw milk[

Nasu Senbonmatsu Farm has a long history, having been established by Prince Masayoshi Matsukata in 1893 (Meiji 26). On its vast 825-hectare grounds (equivalent to 176 Tokyo Domes), it carries out everything from raising dairy cows to manufacturing and selling dairy products. They are committed to soil and pasture creation using homemade compost to raise healthy dairy cows. The milk, made by pasteurizing fresh raw milk at low temperatures, is characterized by a delicate aroma, sweetness, and richness similar to raw milk. A popular sweet that packs the blessings of the farm into one is the "Farm Handmade Milk Cheesecake," which is carefully handmade one by one in the workshop on the farm. The gentle sweetness of freshly squeezed milk enhances the richness of the cream cheese, allowing you to enjoy a smooth melt-in-the-mouth texture.

[Product Name/Price] "Farm Handmade Milk Cheesecake" (Plain/Strawberry/Caramel Rock Salt) 1,270 yen each

[Expiration Date] Approximately 2 months from the date of manufacture

A full lineup of the farm's popular products! A perfect selection for souvenirs

The farm shop is lined with products packed with the unique charm of Senbonmatsu Farm. The most popular meat product, the "Senbonmatsu Farm 100% Beef Hamburg Steak" (150g, 850 yen), allows you to enjoy a popular menu item from the farm restaurant at home. Made with 100% beef from cows raised on plenty of our own farm-grown grass, it features a rich umami, depth of flavor, and the authentic taste of meat. Among the dairy products, the "Grilled Farm Milk Cheese," which spreads with the gentle sweetness of milk, is a favorite. It does not melt even when grilled, and its unique texture—crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside—is addictive. "Senbonmatsu Farm Drinkable Yogurt" (800g, 1,280 yen) is made only with raw milk and sugar, characterized by a natural sweetness that highlights the original flavor and richness of the raw milk. You can enjoy its smooth texture, natural sweetness, and refreshing aftertaste. Also, the "PURE MILK Pudding" (490 yen), which captures the deliciousness of milk just as it is, is a milk pudding that spreads with the original sweetness and aroma of raw milk without any unnecessary additives. "Senbonmatsu no Horokko" is a raw cookie made luxuriously with farm milk; it crumbles in your mouth, offering a light new texture where the flavor of milk gently spreads. Finally, the sugar-free, caffeine-free "Senbonmatsu Farm Milk Coffee" (300ml, 270 yen) has a gentle taste that carefully draws out the sweetness of the lactose derived from the milk, making it very popular with everyone from children to adults.

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Nasu Senbonmatsu Farm has a vast area with plenty of leisure facilities. The cherry blossom trees in spring and the 4km cycling course during the autumn foliage season are recommended. Strolling through nature with their famous soft-serve ice cream in hand is also recommended.