Tabelog ratingNamaste Tateshina ten (ナマステ 蓼科店) is a destination for serious North Indian food, set within the Tokyu Resort Town in Nagano. The chef, who has experience catering for dignitaries, crafts dishes with a depth of flavour that has earned the restaurant a loyal following and consistent recognition as one of the best in its category. The focus is on made-to-order cooking, using whole spices to build complex, layered curries.
Guests consistently praise the signature tandoori chicken, a large, bone-on portion served with fresh greens and a house green sauce. The oversized naan, praised for being both soft and chewy, is another highlight. Standout curries mentioned by reviewers include the eggplant (baigan), prawn masala, mutton, and various chicken and spinach preparations. Many note that despite the richness of the flavours, the food is not greasy.
Diners should be aware of two recurring points of criticism. Firstly, prices are steep, in line with its resort location. Secondly, a number of guests find the front-of-house service style to be forceful or lecturing, and are put off by the house rule that most of the order must be placed at the beginning of the meal, with later additions often not possible.
Expect to pay resort prices. Reviewers in 2024–2026 reported paying around ¥3,278 for the Tandoori Chicken, ¥1,628 for Naan, and between ¥3,200 and ¥3,600 for main curries like the Namaste Chicken or Baigan. Typical checks for two people range from ¥14,000 to ¥17,000, with many tables spending ¥10,000–¥20,000. For those who prioritise authentic, high-quality Indian cooking, it offers good value, but it is not a budget-friendly option.
- Booking: Reservations are recommended and are best made by phone.
- Getting There: The restaurant is a 3-minute walk from the Tokyu Resort Hotel.
- Ordering: Be prepared to place most of your food order at the start of your meal.
- Payment: Credit cards (VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners), electronic money, and QR code payments are accepted.
- Children: Children are welcome.
- Seating: There are 30 seats. Private rooms are not available.
- Smoking: The entire restaurant is non-smoking.
- Parking: Parking is available for approximately 4 cars.