５丁目, 成田東 · Tokyo
2-38-13 Koenji-Kita, Suginami-ku, Tokyo 166-0002, Japan
Showa-era kissaten in Koenji opened in 1978, often compared to a Ghibli scene, with siphon-brewed single-origin coffees and classic tamago sando at a small counter.
Haven't been here myself — came recommended from someone I trust.
Tiny corner specialty coffee stand between Akihabara and Ueno, with floor-to-ceiling windows, pour-over options, and espresso drinks made from freshly roasted BRÜCKE beans.
Thirteenth-floor Ginza Six bar from bartender Shuzo Nagumo specializing in 'teatails' — cocktails built on house-blend tea-infused spirits like hojicha bourbon, sencha gin, and oolong rum. Six counter seats; open from 1pm with non-alcoholic options and Japanese sweets.
Streamlined dessert shop turning out shaved ice & French toast, along with tea & homemade soup.
Underground Omotesando café from the fashion brand rag & bone, with vintage Nordic furniture and 1950s-modernist design, pouring Verve coffee — iced lattes, hojicha and green-tea lattes, granola with lemon ice cream.