Papa Noel — Restaurant in Tokyo

Absolutely brilliant quirky shop which sells home-roasted coffee and coffee beans to take away, and also serves coffee to drink in at a small counter (or take out.) The very friendly and interesting proprietor, Ken, speaks some English and welcomes customers from all over the world. All sorts of people patronise this lovely shop. I once met a very old gentleman who was a naval pilot during WW2! It is located in the traditional Shitamachi Joyful Minowa shopping arcade right by the Minowabashi terminus of the Toden/Sakura tram line. A great personal favourite and definitely recommended if you enjoy somewhere a...

This cute little coffee shop is worth a stop for some great coffee and for some heartwarming conversation with the owner, Papa-san, who roasts his own beans and will be happy to recommend something tasty to you. By the way, his self-taught English skills are sharp and will make it easy and delightful to order and to chat with him while you enjoy your coffee. Papa Noel is a labor of love that Papa-san provides for his community in this little corner of Arakawa, and it’s lovely to stop by and be a small part of...

My wife and I took a train north and got off on a stop and somehow we came across this Humble & Kind-Hearted Gentleman named Papa Noel. We had a great conversation “he speaks fluent English” and we enjoy a fresh cup of coffee and pastries aswell. He did give us a recommendation right around the corner for dinner. I must say he did not miss. Amazing Tonkatsu & Fresh Sashimi, thank you for everything. Worth...