
Italian Cuisine in Higashiyamato City “Coloritura”
A trattoria offering regional hand-made pasta, game meat, and a wide variety of desserts.
Italy, located in Southern Europe, stretches from north to south towards the Mediterranean. It is divided into 20 regions, each with its own rich food culture and distinctive regional dishes. In the Tama area, many chefs trained across various parts of Italy bring these regional flavors to local diners. Located near Higashiyamato Station on the Seibu Railway Haijima Line, Coloritura is a trattoria—a small informal Italian restaurant— where you can enjoy vibrant and flavorful Italian dishes, including authentic hand-made pasta, game meat, and farm-fresh vegetables. The owner-chef, Yuji Kiyokawa, personally handles all the cooking.
During lunch, you can choose from a daily set with three pasta options, including the classic Italian “Mamma’s Lasagna” (which comes with homemade focaccia, salad, and a post-meal drink starting at 1,540 yen, tax included), or opt for a more casual course meal (2,200 yen, tax included). The salads and pastas, made with fresh, seasonal vegetables, offer great satisfaction for the price. Many fans return for the comforting, well-balanced flavors that gently warm the body and never get tiresome.
At dinner, the restaurant offers not only a selection of classic à la carte options but also seasonal recommendations and chef’s tasting courses (2,750 yen and 3,850 yen, tax included). What’s especially noteworthy is the recommended menu written on the blackboard. Hand-made short pastas like ravioli filled with seasonal ingredients, tagliatelle infused with vegetable purée, and orecchiette are paired with complementary seasonal ingredients and sauces, all of which are intriguing. During the winter season, game meats like Tajima venison,Tanba wild boar, and marten are brought in, offering options for stews, roasts, and other preparations to delight your taste buds.
A trattoria where you can enjoy casual yet gastronomic cuisine
One of the key attractions of Coloritura is the fresh, farm-to-table vegetables that Chef Kiyokawa trusts and carefully selects. These include vegetables from KosakaFarm, a centuries-old farm in Kokubunji that even famous chefs from the city come to buy from, and produce from HashimotoFarm, a well-regarded grower in Higashiyamato that’s known for its agricultural experiences and commitment to food education. Chef Kiyokawa often serves these vegetables simply, in salads or as side dishes, letting their natural flavors shine. As he says, “The vegetables here are truly delicious.”
Chef Kiyokawa began his culinary career at the age of 16, training at the popular Italian restaurant TrattoriaCarrera in Kokubunji. Over the next several years, he honed his skills at fine restaurants in the city and even traveled to Italy, immersing himself in the regional cuisines. During his time there, he recalls finding comfort in eating a simple tomato sauce pasta, Pomodoro, which became an important experience that deepened his understanding of Italian cooking. This realization led to his current cooking philosophy: “I want to offer simple, comforting dishes that bring out the best of the ingredients.”
In the warm, welcoming atmosphere of this family-friendly trattoria, you can enjoy Chef Kiyokawa’s carefully chosen ingredients and the many thoughtful dishes he prepares with love and attention to detail. If you’re looking for a place to enjoy truly heartwarming Italian food, Coloritura is a must-visit.
* Please note that prices mentioned are current as of January 2025 and may change, so we recommend checking the restaurant’s website for the latest information.
Restaurant Name | Coloritura |
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Address | 5-66-13 Minamimachi, Higashiyamato City |
Phone | 042-508-2056 |
Business Hours | Lunch: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM (Last order: 2:30 PM) Dinner: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM (Last order: 9:00 PM) |
Closed | Sundays, Public Holidays, and Monday Dinner |
Languages Supported | Japanese, English, Italian |
Menu | Japanese |
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