AKHA AMA COFFEE KAGURAZAKA

WEEKENDERS COFFEE All Right is a Kagurazaka book cafe inside Kamome Books in Yaraicho, where you can drink beans from Kyoto’s WEEKENDERS COFFEE in Tokyo. The menu centers on clean, fruity specialty coffee, mainly in the light-to-medium roast range, served as hand drip or espresso. Beans are also available to buy, making it useful both for a quick cup and for taking coffee home. The bookstore setting gives the shop a quieter feel than a standard stand, and it fits well with a walk around Kagurazaka. Opening hours are 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with Tuesday and Wednesday closed.

Located just a five-minute walk from Edogawabashi Station in Tokyo, Cafe 1 Part is an authentic cafe where you can enjoy a masterpiece cup crafted by the owner, Mr. Kasuga, a latte art competition winner who pours his technical expertise into every pour. The cafe’s greatest appeal lies in its coffee, decorated with intricate and beautiful latte art, and the high-quality homemade sweets that pair perfectly with it. The signature Matcha Terrine and Basque Cheesecake are particularly popular, frequently selling out due to their rich flavors and melt-in-the-mouth texture. The lineup, which includes chiffon cakes and puddings that change with the seasons, ensures that visitors encounter new sweet delights with every visit, keeping them coming back for more. In addition to coffee, the cafe offers a rich drink menu including matcha lattes and tea, creating a space where everyone can spend their time just as they like. It is a gem of a cafe worth making a special trip to, offering a blissful teatime that blends the warmth of handmade goods, created with a commitment to quality ingredients, with professional craftsmanship.

"Specialty coffee that makes you want to have another sip" is the concept behind Specialty coffee roaster "Donish Coffee Company". Q graders are on staff, carefully selecting and meticulously roasting the highest quality coffee beans with captivating flavors and aromas. At their coffee stand in Kagurazaka, you can enjoy their meticulously prepared hand-drip coffee and lattes on the spot, and they also sell beans through their online shop. This is a serious roastery that offers an uncompromising cup of coffee that you'll want to finish once you've taken a sip.

ALL SEASONS COFFEE Ikebukuro is a cafe in Nishi-Ikebukuro, within walking distance of both Kanamecho Station and the west side of Ikebukuro Station. It is the Ikebukuro branch of the well-known ALL SEASONS COFFEE brand from Shinjuku, combining house-roasted coffee with popular desserts in a calm neighborhood setting. The menu centers on specialty coffee and approachable cafe staples. Along with hand-drip coffee and espresso-based drinks, the shop is known for sweets such as its classic pudding, cheesecake, and seasonal desserts. Coffee beans and drip bags are also sold in-store, so it works well for people who want to enjoy a cup and then pick up beans to take home. As of April 1, 2026, the official store information lists opening hours as 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on weekends and holidays, with Wednesday closed. The shop is non-smoking and accepts cashless payment methods. It is a strong option for anyone searching for a specialty coffee cafe in Ikebukuro, a dessert-friendly coffee stop near Kanamecho, or a quieter place around west Ikebukuro for coffee and sweets.

COFFEE STAIN - Nezu - is a coffee stand in Nezu, Bunkyo, a short walk from Nezu Station on Kototoi-dori. Opened in July 2025 as the second COFFEE STAIN location after the original shop in Honkomagome, it offers a coffee-focused format in a compact space defined by exposed concrete and warm wood. Published information also lists opening hours as 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, closed on Tuesdays. Hand-drip coffee is a core part of the menu, with three coffees introduced on a regular basis, including the house STAIN BLEND, described as a balanced medium roast. Espresso-based drinks such as cafe latte and cappuccino are also confirmed, along with sweets including classic cheesecake and an espresso cinnamon roll.

AKHA AMA COFFEE KAGURAZAKA is a specialty coffee shop in Kagurazaka, about a 3-minute walk from Exit B1 of Kagurazaka Station. Originally from Chiang Mai, the brand is built around coffee grown in an Akha village in northern Thailand, with a direct model that connects cultivation, processing, roasting, and brewing. That producer story gives the shop a clear identity among coffee spots in Tokyo. The Kagurazaka cafe serves Thai-origin specialty coffee through espresso drinks, lattes, and other seasonal or signature options, including Thai-style iced coffee. Food items such as carrot cake and sandwiches make it easy to stop in for breakfast, a short coffee break, or a slower visit while walking around Kagurazaka. Official store information lists daily opening hours from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with last order at 6:30 PM. It is a strong choice for people looking for specialty coffee near Kagurazaka Station, an early-opening cafe in the area, or a place in Tokyo where they can experience coffee with a clear farm-to-cup background from northern Thailand.

Located about a 3-minute walk from Kichijoji Station’s south side and close to Inokashira Park, “01COFFEE” is a specialty coffee stand in the Gotenyama area of Kichijoji. The shop focuses on carefully selected beans, with coffee roasted in-house and served through drip coffee and espresso-based drinks that highlight each origin’s character. Its softly lit interior gives the space a calm, stylish atmosphere that works well for a short break or a slower coffee stop. The menu includes espresso drinks, cafe lattes, and single-origin drip coffee, along with light food and handmade sweets such as hot sandwiches, pudding, and matcha pudding. Signature touches like colorful latte art and the Coffee Royal served after 3:00 PM add a more distinctive side to the shop, while still keeping coffee at the center of the experience. 01COFFEE is generally open from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM and closed on Tuesdays. The shop is non-smoking, cashless, and has power outlets available, making it a convenient Kichijoji cafe for solo visits, a coffee break during a walk, or anyone looking for a relaxed specialty coffee spot near the station.

Blue Bottle Coffee Ikebukuro Cafe is located about a 3-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station (JR and Tokyo Metro lines), facing the open greenery of Minami Ikebukuro Park. Opened in March 2019, it is the acclaimed US-origin specialty coffee brand’s outpost in the Ikebukuro area, housed in a striking glass-facade building. Drip coffee and café latte fall in the ¥600–700 range, while the Americano comes in around ¥600 — reasonably priced for a specialty coffee destination. The compact interior features three standing tables, and the outdoor benches just steps from the park make takeaway the popular choice, a coffee-and-park pairing unique to this Tokyo location. Open every day from 8:00 to 20:00, no regular holidays. With 9 seats and no Wi-Fi, the café operates in a quick bar-style format, ideal for a quality morning coffee before work or a refreshing break during a shopping trip in Ikebukuro.

A 2-minute walk from the East Exit of Komagome Station on the JR Yamanote Line and Tokyo Metro Namboku Line, “Nanna Nap & Coffee” is a roastery café in Komagome, Toshima Ward. Named after “a grandmother’s nap and coffee,” the café serves specialty coffee with a philosophy of being gentle on the body. What sets this café apart is its unique process of washing green beans before roasting to remove dirt and astringency, resulting in an exceptionally clean and smooth cup. Handdrip coffee starts at ¥600, with three roast levels to choose from: sweet/mellow, light roast, or dark roast. Homemade sweets such as dry cheese rare cheesecake pair beautifully, and coffee beans are also available through their online shop. The cozy interior seats around 10 guests, with bright natural light streaming through large glass windows. Non-smoking throughout and PayPay accepted. Tucked into a side street in Komagome, this small roastery café has a warm, neighborhood feel that keeps locals coming back.

“No Free Coffee” is a café in Harajuku (Jingumae, Shibuya), the world’s second location of an LA-based lifestyle brand, just a 3-minute walk from Meiji-jingu-mae Station on the Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line. Specialty coffee , including pour-over and the Japan-exclusive matcha latte. The space doubles as an event venue hosting regular workshops, art exhibitions, and collaborations with fashion and culture creators. Open daily 9:00–18:00, smoke-free, with cashless payment available. An ideal stop during a stroll through Harajuku or Omotesando for those seeking a culturally rich coffee experience.

Roppongi Coffee is a specialty coffee stand in the heart of Roppongi, serving carefully roasted in-house beans for both takeaway and a quick break. Open weekdays from 8:30 to 18:00, it's a perfect stop for your morning coffee or an afternoon pick-me-up between meetings. On weekends and holidays, doors open at 10:00, making it an easy detour while exploring the neighborhood. Payment is cashless only for a smooth, contactless experience. Whether you're a Roppongi local or a visitor seeking quality coffee on the go, this roaster-cafe delivers a fresh and flavorful cup. Follow their Instagram for the latest updates.

“iZ COFFEE ROASTER,” nestled in a residential neighborhood in Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, is a self-roasting coffee stand that opened in November 2023. Located approximately a 3-minute walk from Mukohara stop on the Toden Arakawa Line (Tokyo Sakura Tram), it sits conveniently between Otsuka and Ikebukuro. The shop features an in-house roaster, with 5 varieties of beans carefully drip-brewed to order to bring out the full depth of each coffee. Choose from a range of light to dark roasts, and take home freshly roasted beans available by the 100g (from ¥750). With the concept of “a place where anyone from young children to the elderly can casually stop by for a break,” the open, welcoming space features a schefflera symbol tree at its center. Stroller-friendly and pet-welcoming on its terrace, this community-rooted café also serves handcrafted sweets like cheesecake and pudding — a perfect spot to slow down and savor a great cup in the heart of the neighborhood.