Breville Barista Express: Is it worth it?
Tokyo Coffee Blog
by Eric
7M ago
If you are looking for the right home espresso setup but feel lost, USA based consumers can connect with me here for a free one-on-one consultation. The Breville Barista Express is one the best selling home espresso machines on the market. The company’s focus on making espresso in the kitchen versus mirroring a cafe style experience has made them a favorite among consumers. For many, the Barista Express is their first foray into espresso making. This appliance is known as a gateway machine for, leading espresso lovers to a life-long pursuit of the perfect shot, upgraded gear, and pure coffee g ..read more
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Fuglen Asakusa
Tokyo Coffee Blog
by Eric
1y ago
Fuglen, a favorite cafe and roaster among coffee lovers, has expanded its footprint substantially in recent years. Originally from Oslo, Norway, the Shibuya cafe opened in 2012 and made quite an impression. The vintage design and eclectic collection of Norwegian furniture and decorations paired with a thoroughly modern style of coffee quickly cemented it as a must-visit cafe in Tokyo. Now with four cafes and a roaster in Tokyo as well as a satellite cafe in Fukuoka prefecture coffee lovers have numerous chances to enjoy their tart and vibrant Scandinavian style coffee.  Their second cafe ..read more
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CAFÉ DE L’AMBRE: video tour
Tokyo Coffee Blog
by Eric
1y ago
One of Japan’s most famous coffee houses, Cafe de L’ambre, sits in the heart of the ritzy and high-end shopping streets of Ginza. Here, a few moments from Dior and Chanel, coffee has been carefully crafted since 1948. The late master of this legendary establishment, Sekiguchi Ichiro, did things his way; aging coffee beans for up to 40 years before roasting them. As a result the recipes, the methods, and the coffee itself are unorthodox and interesting. 17 grams of coffee, 70 grams of water, and an experience like no other. Recently I made a trip back to Café de L’ambre to experience the magic ..read more
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Top tokyo cafes
Tokyo Coffee Blog
by Eric
3y ago
Looking for the best coffee in Tokyo? Japan’s capital is a huge place with something for everyone. The city is home to some of the most eccentric and exciting cafes on the planet. Though it might not be fair to try to pick just a few cafes out of the many great options, here are a some of my favorites. It’s important to mention: I am limiting the list to shops that focus on specialty coffee. That is, using the top percent of the top percent of quality coffee.  Here are six fantastic cafes in Tokyo for Coffee Lovers (in no particular order): About Life Coffee Brewers Just a few minutes wa ..read more
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Iron Coffee
Tokyo Coffee Blog
by Eric
4y ago
Iron Coffee isn’t exactly a secret. That being said, it isn’t a place most people will stumble upon accidentally. Down a few side streets away from Gotokuji and Yamashita stations, this pocket sized cafe grabs you immediately with its charms. The outside is decorated in oxidizing metal plates and chipped paint. The name of a business that once occupied the space, Todoroki, is on full display above the bare skeleton of an awning. All of this comes together in a way that perfectly matches its surroundings; a combination of aged patina and well loved neighborhood haunts.  I’ve made no effort ..read more
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Woodberry Coffee Roasters Shibuya
Tokyo Coffee Blog
by Eric
4y ago
Looking for good coffee in Tokyo? Woodberry Coffee Roasters Shibuya takes specialty coffee to another level with beautifully crafted cocktails highlighting the best of each bean. About 10 minutes away from Shibuya Station and the famous Shibuya Crossing, this cafe and bar focuses on elevating the customer’s experience. With a muted color scheme and minimalist approach to design, this coffee speakeasy offers something that most cafes don’t: All of the excitement and charm of a cocktail bar with no pressure to drink alcohol. Woodberry Coffee Roasters got their start in Yoga, a much sleepier town ..read more
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Weekenders Coffee Tominokoji
Tokyo Coffee Blog
by Eric
5y ago
Weekenders Coffee in Kyoto is the kind of cafe that you have to see to believe. Tucked down a side street away from the Nishiki Market and hidden behind a pay-parking lot sits a shop paradoxically frozen in time but thoroughly modern. This stunning coffeehouse is built in the traditional style of Kyoto architecture; sliding doors, paper screens, bamboo, and clay walls, are all utilized. Though committed to preserving Kyoto traditions, the coffee is far different than the local dark roasts typical of conventional cafes. Weekenders Coffee’s offerings are examples of roasting done right: Car ..read more
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Light Up Coffee Kyoto
Tokyo Coffee Blog
by Eric
5y ago
Looking for good coffee in Kyoto? Light Up Coffee is well known in Tokyo coffee circles. They are a young and enthusiastic company, reaching to improve coffee not only in their cafes, but at the source as well. Now with two Tokyo cafes and a Tokyo based roaster, they are making an impression on the coffee community. When we interviewed the owners of Light Up Coffee back in 2016 one of their longterm goals was to spread quality coffee across Japan; soon after Light Up Coffee Kyoto was born. About 280 miles from the original Kichijoji location this Kyoto cafe still features the electric blue ..read more
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Kurasu Kyoto
Tokyo Coffee Blog
by Eric
5y ago
If your coffee geekiness intersects with an interest in Japan, then you’ve likely heard of Kurasu. What started as a lifestyle website specializing in Japanese home goods became a Japanese coffee products marketplace eventually opening up physical locations. Founder Yozo Otsuki picked Kyoto as the base for their cafe, which makes sense; Kyoto is often referred to as the cultural capital of Japan. Five minutes from Kyoto Station you’ll find the cafe, a compact and streamline coffee bar blending modern design with tradition Japanese elements. The space is bright and lively with regulars ..read more
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Onibus Coffee Roasters Nakameguro – Video Tour
Tokyo Coffee Blog
by Eric
5y ago
Onibus Coffee Roasters is a favorite specialty coffee destination for Tokyo locals and visitors as well. Their carefully roasted coffees, community events, and design aesthetic has caught the eye of coffee lovers eager to grab a juicy fruit-forward iced coffee or a sweet and chocolatey espresso. We dropped by Nakameguro, a very hip section of Tokyo experiencing a chic renaissance, to grab a few video shots of their operation and to babble at the camera about how cool the coffee and cafe is. Have a look: If you’re looking for good coffee in Tokyo, check them out! Onibus Nakam ..read more
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