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Located in the basement of the building on the right, just after turning right on the first street to the right from the Ginza 4-chome intersection. This time, I used it for morning. For morning, you can add a waffle or toast to your favorite drink for +300 yen. So the total is around 1000 yen. I chose a blend coffee and a waffle. The store was quite crowded, and it took over 20 minutes for the salad to arrive. Well, there are many overseas customers, so it can't be helped. The set drink, even hot coffee, comes first. If you want to enjoy it after your meal, you should tell them in advance. The main waffle arrived. It was generously topped with maple syrup and a cream that was softer than butter, more like margarine. It's delicious with the cream, of course, but I personally prefer to eat the waffle with the maple syrup soaked in. The fluffy and crispy waffle with the sweet maple syrup is a delicious harmony. It's in a busy area, so it's easy to get crowded, but it has a lot of seats, so it's a good place to stop by for a light meal or a quick break.

The mango parfait and waffles were delicious. Even considering the rent, I think it's expensive for a place with self-service water and mobile ordering. And the fruit flies were terrible, making it impossible to enjoy the sweets and coffee leisurely. It was disappointing that a fruit fly actually landed in my coffee, and then another one flew in while I was drinking. I won't be going back.

A cafe located in the basement across from Mitsukoshi in Ginza 5-chome. There is a smoking section, but it's completely separated from the non-smoking area, so non-smokers can feel at ease. The non-smoking section alone has about 50 seats, making it quite spacious. I visited around 7 PM on a Sunday and it was not crowded. Despite being in the basement, the cafe is bright and clean with a white color scheme and bright lighting. The tabletops are made of marble, and the chairs and sofas are beautiful and high-quality, giving the place a luxurious feel. Tables can be connected to accommodate a large group. The food menu is simple, offering only waffles, sandwiches, and cakes. I ordered the waffle and chamomile tea drink set (¥1850). The chamomile tea had a noticeable sweetness, but it wasn't from added sugar, rather a gentle sweetness inherent to the tea itself. The waffle was lightly sweet and crispy. The ice cream, whipped cream, and blueberry jam added just the right amount of sweetness. The blueberry and strawberry jam made the dish visually appealing. The signal was weak, but Wi-Fi was available. The background music was very soft, so voices carry easily, making it unsuitable for loud gatherings. Ginza has many great cafes, so this one is about average. It's suitable for both dates and group outings.

This cafe felt like a hidden gem in the basement! I went on a Saturday afternoon and there was a bit of a wait. I had the waffle and a blend tea. The waffle was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, making for a delightful texture. It was served with whipped cream and vanilla gelato, which made for a truly blissful experience. The blend tea had a sophisticated flavor that paired well with the dessert. It was served in a tea press. Next time I visit, I want to try some of the other desserts!

I visited this cafe for lunch on a weekday. It's a lovely cafe with a hidden gem feel and luxurious interior design, which is surprising for Ginza. I ordered a blend coffee (¥650). The coffee beans had a very strong flavor, with a strong acidity and bitterness, making it a coffee for adults. This cafe is known for its waffles, which are made entirely in-house, from grinding the beans to cooking. They are characterized by Hokkaido wheat flour, Akemi-jin eggs, carefully selected milk and butter, and rich whipped cream. I didn't order them this time, but I plan to try them next time I visit.