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Located in Kiyosumi Shirakawa, known for its stylish cafes, is 'Craft Coffee'. I stumbled upon this cozy cafe with its lush greenery during a stroll. The atmosphere was calm and inviting. It was a hot day, so I opted for a light and refreshing iced coffee. The cafe was filled with people enjoying their own time, some working, others reading. Some seats had power outlets, which was a plus. This cafe is perfect for a relaxing and leisurely day. I definitely plan to visit again and spend more time there.

Visited on February 10th, 2024 (Saturday). It's located about a 5-minute walk from Kiyosumi-Shirakawa Station. It's easy to find as it's near a signalized intersection. The exterior is very calm and the interior is a relaxing space where you can read. I intended to have coffee, but ended up ordering a hojicha latte. My companion ordered an iced cafe latte. I'm not a coffee connoisseur, but it had a rich flavor and I enjoyed savoring it. They are closed on Tuesdays and open until 6 PM on weekdays and weekends. I felt like I could have a luxurious experience reading in that space.

It was a hidden gem cafe, not crowded even during the weekend tea time. The relaxed atmosphere made me sleepy.

I visited on a Saturday in February 2024. I was planning to sit on the terrace with my toddler (in a stroller), but the staff kindly suggested I could sit inside. They also moved chairs to create space for the stroller, opened the door for me, and were incredibly considerate throughout my visit. I am very grateful for their kindness. Of course, the coffee was delicious, and I was able to enjoy a quiet space to relax and read.

This cafe has plenty of outlets and is perfect for working if you go during the weekdays in the morning. It gets extremely crowded on weekends, though, and is often full. I recommend going early. It's surprising how few cafes in Kiyosumi offer space for working. Most are stylish cafes with just a few counter seats. This cafe has large windows, making it a bright and open space. There are also terrace seats. The coffee has a clean, straightforward flavor. The cafe au lait was also delicious.