AKOMEYA TOKYO in la kagū — Attraction in Tokyo

We wandered in on one of those Tokyo days when the sun feels like it’s trying to grill you on medium-high. By the time we reached la kagū, we were a bit wilted, sweaty & frankly not looking like the kind of glamorous customers you see in lifestyle magazines.

And yet, the staff welcomed us with genuine kindness, the sort that instantly made us feel human again. We settled into the café, grateful for the cool air and the calm atmosphere. The iced drinks arrived like small miracles, perfectly timed resurrections for overheated travelers. Sitting there, surrounded by shelves of beautiful Japanese goods: rice, condiments, ceramics & elegant little treasures...I realized this place isn’t just a store or a café. It’s a refuge.

The shop itself is beautifully curated, with every item looking like it belongs in both a kitchen and an art gallery. But it was that moment of kindness on a sweltering day that turned a simple stop into a memory. This place isn’t just about fine rice & stylish design; it’s about hospitality that makes you feel at home, even when you arrive looking like you’ve lost a wrestling match with the summer heat.

Highly recommended. Whether you’re in it for the products, the café, or just a small act of grace when you...

Store Offerings: Features a variety of housewares, clothing, and food items that are rich in Japanese tradition. Originally used to sell furniture but now focuses on household items, gourmet groceries, and gifts. Specializes in organic food and accessories, offers a selection of personal care products. Includes unique and well-packaged items, suitable for souvenirs.

Cafe and Dining Experience: Serves healthy and sumptuous meals costing between 1200-2000 yen, offering good quality and sense of ceremony. Provides cheap Kaiseki meals served in traditional Japanese tableware. Offers rice sets with great tasting rice, alongside desserts like matcha kakigori. Sells limited flavored shaved ice available only in the afternoons during Summer.

Ambiance and Design: The store is designed by Kengo Kuma, offering a contemporary and beautiful retail space. The atmosphere is described as cute, sweet, and decent with a focus on a nice and traditional experience.

Location and Accessibility: Located in an area known for being local-dominated, not overly touristy, inviting for exploration. Entry requires using stairs, which may present...

I recently moved to Kagurazaka and unexpectedly discovered that there is a treasure here. It is said that Akomeya La kagu used to sell furniture, but then the furniture was gone and it was changed to household items. The seasonings here are very rich and the household items are also very exquisite. Many tourists come here. Choose gifts to take back to your friends. It’s more about people like me who live nearby. If I don’t want to cook, I come here to have a sumptuous meal, which only costs 1200-2000 yen. The sense of ceremony and quality are very good. I give this place...