Mill Coffee & Stand — Restaurant in Kamakura

Regarding the racist complaints by some tourists, if the person felt discriminated, he or she must have a reason to feel so. At the same time, the person may have appeared arrogant to the staff at the coffee shop, too.

I have found racism everywhere. Even the police would not help me, a Japanese person in Europe. I have been exposed to jeering and condescending attitudes in the UK and the US, too. But I got over it by reminding myself that the locals are dealing with their everyday problems, and sometimes they just can’t afford to be patient with tourists.

Life is tough for everyone. My patience was often rewarded by the kindness of the locals, which I never take...

Hateful and racist. They act like they've never seen a white person before. They treated me with hate, suspicion, and disrespect. I clearly said I wanted my coffee "for here" and the racist barista kept saying "take out" "take out" as if they wanted me to leave (for obviously racist and discriminatory reasons) this is the kind of place that makes me wish I had never come to Japan. This is the kind of place that's makes me not want to spend another cent of my money in this city/country. I'm not going to PAY to be treated with disrespect. I'm sure I can be treated with disrespect for FREE in this country....

Such a charming cafe!!! What a wonderful place to start a morning.

The coffee was great and there were various options to choose from. My tuna olive sandwich was delicious. The various muffins, donuts and sweets were also very tempting.... The actual building was clearly something else in a past life (they said a bread shop). It was rustic and original with interesting books and crannies. It was such a relaxing atmosphere couples with indie music in the background. I will certainly be back next time I...