Bunkyo City, Tokyo, Japan｜Sangendo

Very cozy ambiance and exceptional blend coffee. The host prepares the coffee blend himself, as well as very delicious cakes. The selection of wine and cheese is also excellent. Good prices for a 5-star service.

Takinami-san has crafted a cozy and relaxing cafe experience to delight all of your senses. In the glow of deliberately subtle lighting and soft classical music, enjoy a curated collection of antiques while the owner hand-crafts the best cup of coffee you will ever have. I will go out of my way to visit whenever I am in Tokyo.

In my experience, this is among the most serene and special tucked away cafes in Tokyo or any other major city in the world. The menu of coffee - an impressive range of single origins and blends - and sweets, as well as the unique aesthetic, are carefully curated by the proprietor, a genial fellow named Toshi. I had the royal milk tea (JPY 1,200) and chestnut cake (JPY 600), both superlative; a dollop of fresh whipped cream was served into my tea cup at the bar. Toshi is a welcoming and caring host who wishes to serves his clientele in a calm and quiet atmosphere. With that in mind, you should keep a few suggestions in mind when entering the space: - This is an ideal place to get lost in a book or in your reflections, not so much for cell phones, laptops, or loud conversation. - Toshi wishes to keep a low profile, so feel free to take photos but keep them as your own personal mementos rather than using them for a story on the ‘gram. - This is a tiny space, so parties no greater than two people are preferred and advised. I sincerely hope you enjoy it here as much as I did. Toshi is awaiting you :)