Shigeno Coffee Studio — Restaurant in Tokyo

I had such a wonderful experience here.

I ordered an iced matcha drink with vanilla ice cream in it. I was pleasantly surprised to see there were yummy frozen matcha bits in it. It was so yummy. I also ordered a pour over. It was very delicious and a visually clean coffee. Everything was so good; even the ice water was delicious! (You do need good water to make good coffee, so it makes sense why the coffee is so yummy!)

I sat in the cafe for a bit and enjoyed conversation with the owner (barista) and another customer. The owner made me a small paper crane as a gift. He also shared with the other customer and me a new recipe he was working on. He was so kind and hospitable.

I also ended up buying some beans and one cup coffees to make at home.

It’s a small and cute space and perfect for an afternoon stop. I hope that I can stop by again...

I stumbled upon this charming little café on my way to Tokyo Skytree. I’m not sure if it qualifies as a “hidden gem,” but it certainly felt like one. 🥹

The café is tucked away in a cozy house and features a counter bar with just six seats. The barista, a kind-hearted gentleman with 42 years of experience in the coffee industry, made the visit truly special.

Today, I tried the Peru Uchuari Geisha and Ethiopia G1 both exceptional in flavor. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it an experience I...

Very good drip coffee, with a wide variety of beans at different price points. The owner's recommendations are solid, and the cafe has a really intimate vibe, with a only a few bar seats available, such that you are watching the whole brewing process unfold in front of you.

Prices are possibly on the higher side, but given this is pour-over coffee, that is to be expected. I'll be visiting again if I'm in the area.

For reference, I got two coffee's and a...