Best Coffee Shops and Cafés in Tokyo

Tokyo's coffee scene is rich and diverse, with something to cater to all tastes. From the traditional kissaten to the modern specialist café, here are the must-visit coffee spots.

1. Fuglen Tokyo

Hailing from Oslo, Norway, Fuglen's Tokyo branch brings the Scandinavian coffee culture to the city. Loved for their artisanal coffee during the day and chic cocktail bar at night.

2. About Life Coffee Brewers

Popular among both locals and tourists, About Life serves incredible pour-overs and espressos in a small yet cosy space. Try their single-origin coffee.

3. Chatei Hatou

Chatei Hatou is a classic kissaten, or traditional Japanese café. Indulge in a carefully brewed coffee in a beautifully calm, retro setting.

4. Blue Bottle Coffee, Kiyosumi

The Tokyo branch of the well-known US specialty coffee brand, Blue Bottle, is also worth a visit. Nestled in Kiyosumi, it's famous for its skillfully brewed coffee and minimalist architecture.

5. Koffee Mameya

This specialty coffee bean shop is a must-visit for any coffee connoisseur. The expert baristas on the site will guide you through a variety of beans from all over the world.

6. Café de L'Ambre

Aged coffee is the specialty at this Shinjuku area coffee shop. With beans aged for at least 20 years, Café de L'Ambre is a unique and historic spot.

7. Café Kitsuné

A fashion-forward café with a touch of French aesthetics situated in Aoyama. Café Kitsuné serves delightful hot and iced coffee blends.

8. Bear Pond Espresso

Located in the hip neighbourhood of Shimokitazawa, Bear Pond Espresso is known for its expertly made espresso and artistic coffee vibe.

9. Onibus Coffee

An all-welcoming coffee roaster and café, Onibus, nestled in Nakameguro beside a beautiful park, offers single-origin batches and blends.

10. Glitch Coffee & Roasters

Refurbished from an old printing shop, Glitch focuses on direct-trade coffees, offering a wide range of single-origin brews in an industrial-chic setting.