Matsuya Sabo — Restaurant in Shiojiri

The coffee and food were definitely good, but when I heard the owner expressing regret at all of the foreign customers and the lack of Japanese customers to a Japanese couple, it brought my mood down. Perhaps he didn't think I would understand what he said, but I studied Japanese for years before coming, so I did understand and it made me feel unwelcome. I think you could still enjoy a visit here, hence the 3...

This was such a little gem. One of the best coffees we've had in Japan. Definitely a must see for coffee lovers. The owner is so nice and accommodating. She told us to move chairs so we could watch her brew the coffee as she noticed we were super intrigued by the method. It's not just delicious food and coffee but a great experience. We had the cheesecake and match cake, both were divine....

Mr Imai is a refined Japanese gentleman who will make you feel right at home in his cosy little shop. 😊 Make sure you try your coffee black to appreciate his skill making "syphon coffee". If you're lucky, you might meet his lovely little dogs, Piano and Chopin, too. You could easily spend an hour here chatting and learning...