Hyperlocal Tokyo

"I was really looking forward to trying the tea course. I wanted to have a truly luxurious experience, so I chose the Gyokuro Two-Type Course for ¥8,800. (You can enjoy tea starting from around ¥2,000.) The tea room only has eight seats, so I understand why you can't get in without a reservation. About 80% of the customers seemed to be foreigners, a"

"This wagashi shop is located a short walk from Omotesando Station. I had assumed it would be an old-fashioned storefront, given its establishment in 1910, but it turned out to be a newly built, stylish building, so I almost walked right past it. The black bean sugar-coated sweets were delicious."

"I received a pineapple cake from a friend in Taiwan and it was so delicious that I visited their store in Minami Aoyama to buy some. Customers who make a purchase can enjoy a complimentary tea and one item on the second floor. I took my time to relax there. This store was designed by Ken'go Kuma, so I took my time to look around. The description re"

"**2024/07 Revisit** A few days ago, I had to leave due to an urgent matter and couldn't eat, so today I got my sweet-toothed friend to join me for a rematch on the 2nd floor. The stairs, stylish yet casual, lead to an open and airy space. It's nice to enjoy the view from the counter while watching the sweets being made with skill, or to relax at"

"I had a scone and a milk tea that wasn't part of the set. The scone wasn't the kind that splits open easily, so it was a bit difficult to eat, but it tasted good. The cream served with the scone was yogurt flavored, so be aware if you're looking for clotted cream. (This was also refreshing and delicious.)"

"I arrived a little before 11:00, slightly before opening, but there were already about six people in line. They all seemed to be foreigners. If they were Japanese, they would have lined up closer together. When it opened, we ordered one by one. I ordered a plain donut, a limoncello (seasonal) and an iced coffee. They ask for your name so they can"

"I visited around 1:00 PM on a weekday. There were about three groups waiting, but it wasn't too bad since we could wait inside with the air conditioning. While waiting, we looked at the menu that was given to us and were seated after about 40 minutes. I ordered the gratin from the lunch set, but it was apparently sold out, so I ended up ordering "

"My friend and I went here for tea. I had just seen Barcelona's chocolate on Tanaka Minami's Another Sky, so I was excited! 😂 The "Indebidual" set is ¥1,800 and comes with cake and a drink. You can have unlimited refills of coffee or tea. It's such a great deal! You can choose any cake you like, and I went for the most simple and classic-looki"

"On a weekday evening at 6:00 PM, there were already two groups of customers seated inside. It was a good time to arrive, as I was able to order right away. I ordered the half-and-half, Pistachio Raspberry & Earl Grey Apricot, with a small craft ginger ale for ¥1900. After ordering, the mille-feuille was made quickly and was even crispier than I"

"A place where you can enjoy authentic apple pie. Lunchtime is until 4 pm. This time, I tried the lunch quiche and the Aoyama-exclusive apple tiramisu for the first time. It looks big, but you can easily finish it. The quiche comes in three varieties, and I chose the bacon & pumpkin. The balance of saltiness, refreshing acidity of the apple, and swe"

"Located just a 2-minute walk from Omotesando Station on various Tokyo Metro lines, "breadworks Omotesando" is a bakery shop that opened in 2012 (Heisei 24). This establishment is run by Tysons & Company, Inc., and is a unique combination of a restaurant, cafe, and bakery. I visited on a Saturday afternoon around 12:00 pm. Being lunchtime, t"

"The shop is stylish, and as a flower lover, I was soothed by being able to spend time surrounded by flowers.🌹 The carrot cake was delicious, with plenty of dried fruit. The pumpkin muffin was different from what I expected, with only one piece of pumpkin inside and a dry texture. I've been here several times, and while the staff are helpful in s"

"I used this place for a meeting around 4 PM on Monday. The shop was almost full, but luckily there was one table available, so we sat down as a group of three. I ordered a Colombian Honey, hand-drip style. Since I've been trying specialty coffee from various shops and origins, I've recently developed a preference for ordering the original blend"

"Located just a 2-minute walk from Omotesando Station, A4 Exit, I visited HIGASHIYA man, a renowned Japanese confectionery shop. ❗️Please be aware that taking photos inside the shop is prohibited. The shop is very small, accommodating only 2-3 people at a time. The showcase is filled with a wide variety of sweets. I purchased these four items fo"

"The interior, fabrics, and overall aesthetic of Minä Perhonen blend harmoniously, creating a truly delightful space. I find myself wanting to soak in this atmosphere from time to time. It's perfect for a quiet, solitary escape. During the colder months, I appreciate the Minä Perhonen blankets provided in the shop. This time, my food was served on a"

"We arrived at the shop at 12:50 pm on Saturday, and it was already full. There was a constant stream of customers coming in to buy cakes to take away, and some were picking up pre-ordered cakes. The popularity of their cakes was evident. The shop is quite compact, with four counter seats, two tables for two, and one table for one. There is one to"

"I used both the eat-in and takeout options. There are counter seats on the first floor, facing the street. It's a narrow space, but it's a welcome respite when you're on the go. I had coffee and a "Shire," a long, thin white bread with cream filling, and an "Orange Honey," a sugar toast-like bread with a crispy surface, inside the shop. For the nex"

"On a Saturday lunchtime, I was able to get a seat without waiting. The lunch menu is ordered by scanning a barcode. You can choose between regular, large, or small portions of rice. I was happy to see that they offer brown rice. I ordered a regular portion, but I think I could have eaten a large one. Soft drinks are free with a lunch order. For a l"

"A romantic cafe with charming lighting that has been cherished in the Omotesando district for nearly 50 years. From the daily changing dessert selection, I chose the cold coffee jelly with a touch of ice. The delicate, slightly bitter jelly with the smooth vanilla ice cream is a simple yet delightful combination. The cherry-patterned cups and s"

"This raw donut shop always has a line. It's not just in Shibuya, but also right by the Omotesando crossing. I saw that there was a shorter line on a sweltering day, so I went to check it out. Sure enough, there wasn't a line! I bought some and ate them nearby. The texture was incredibly fluffy. The sweetness was just right, and the cream was thick "