Nishi-sando chaya — Restaurant in Nikko

Stumbled upon this charming coffee shop just steps from Ueno Toshogu Shrine, and it was the perfect little find. Snagging an outdoor seat to bask in the sunlight while sipping on their delicious coffee made for a delightful moment of tranquility. Despite its small size, the place is wonderfully organized, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. I was also enchanted by the selection of local craft products on display – each item adding a unique touch to the shop's character. The coffee itself? Simply satisfying. A solid 5-star experience for the serene vibe...

It's a take-out only branch of Nikko Coffee at the moment. The table and counter space is currently used to display local products. It's fun to browse, but Nikko winters are cold and most restaurants close for the low season so indoor seating would be preferable.

They take coffee very seriously here, which you can taste. There are plenty of options including cold brew, espresso-based and drip. Lots of flavoured...

Great place to have a coffee and a sweet snack after (or before, in between, ...) visiting the Nikko sights. Coffee tasted good. Despite other reviews, you can in fact sit inside. It's a group of 4 small buildings which I believe belong to the same business. You can order coffee in one and take a seat in another one of the...