Katachi Coffee — Restaurant in Sapporo

My unplanned visit to this small but cosy cafe turned to be one of the most pleasant experiences during my visit to Sapporo. The owner/barista/roaster is really keen on providing a great cup of coffee and pleasant atmosphere to all guests. You can select coffee based on your preference. I chose a set of coffees you can compare the taste of each bean. I chose China unnan and Ethiopia, and both tasted really fruity and jucy. Particularly, China had a strong Oolong tea flavour, so I enjoyed two taste profiles in one cup. I also ordered red bean paste cheese cake with fermented butter, which was excellent. If I hadn't gained weight through my visit, I would have ordered another.

The place is not too loud but not too quiet, where all clients are allowed to chat. The interior decor was very cute too.

I wish they had an English menu and more vegan options so I could recommend more English speaking travellers to visit this...

My absolute favourite cafe in Sapporo.

The charming place is run by a 2-person team of Hiro-san, who does amazing coffee; and his lovely wife who dishes out impressive meals and desserts.

There isn't an English menu but Hiro-san speaks fluent English and is always ready to recommend and provide suggestions based on your preferences. I have been there three times and each time I got something different but they always turn out incredible.

The craftsmanship for coffee is incredible, and at a very fair price point. A good range of filter coffee are available, and the meticulously crafted cakes and pastries pair really well. Try to get a counter seat if available, and strike up a conversation with the owner - you will gain so much insight about coffee and he'll throw in some recommendations for the city as well.

A must-visit each time I...

I had a tasty Ethiopian natural pourover here. The vibes are very chill and staff are attentive. Moreover, I had a lovely chat with the barista who gave me some great recommendations for the rest of my trip. His English was very good, so I got super lucky as an English speaking tourist!

I'd highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a speciality pourover.

I didn't eat here, but the food looked very appealing and there was a line out the door...