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"I stopped by this cafe on a whim when I was meeting a friend for tea in Omotesando. It's located in a building across from the famous tart shop, Kilfebon, a little off the main street. I was a bit nervous trying to find it because the shop wasn't visible until I reached the front of the building, and it suddenly appeared. The interior is spacio"

"I visited around lunchtime on a weekday. There was no waiting line, so I just wrote my name in Roman letters. Everyone else was writing in English! Apparently, Katakana isn't allowed. While waiting, I watched the open kitchen where they were making pancakes, and soon I was led to my table. They asked if I was okay with a 40-minute wait for the panc"

"This popular shop has a completely different vibe on weekdays compared to weekends, even at the same time! The deliciousness of fresh fruit and the satisfying texture of the tart blend beautifully. The cafe might be manageable on weekdays. I used to wait over an hour in Ginza, so I opted for takeout, but the selection is significantly reduced. St"

"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 visited around 1:00 PM on Sunday. There were about six groups ahead of me, but I was able to get a table within 15 minutes. The weather was nice, so I sat on the terrace. There were many people with their dogs, and it was a relaxing atmosphere. I ordered the "Buddha Bowl" (around ¥2,000) that day. (All orders are placed via QR code.) The flavors "

"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 "

"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"

"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"

"I visited for lunch. The system is to choose your meal in this order: rice, main dish, side dish, and salad. The main dish and side dish were very delicious and had a generous portion. I also enjoyed the lemonade and iced coffee from the drink bar. There were two things I found disappointing. First, the salad was not worth the extra cost, especia"

"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"

"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"

"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"

"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"

"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 "

"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"

"I had the opportunity to return to Tokyo for work, so I visited Ginger Garden, a place I often hear about from my friends. ✨ It's just so cute! The music and atmosphere are adorable, creating a world like Disneyland or a theme park. It's the kind of place that girls would find charming and want to revisit. I felt the time and space were truly valu"

"Hello! I'm Harapecchan, always hungry! ————Store Details———————————— Store Name: HAUTE COTURE CAFE Nearest Station: 2-minute walk from Omotesando Station Address: 〒107-0061 3-9-19 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo Omotesando 391 ANNEX 2F Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM Closed: None Budget: ¥6,000 - ¥7,000 ———————————————————— This time, I went "