Stylish cafe with a black and white theme ☕️ Started in February, they have a limited quantity Chocolate Basque Cheesecake. It's dense like rich chocolate, with a subtle sweetness in the cream. I want to try the croissant next time. Ordered lemon squash and Chocolate Basque Cheesecake. Located in Ebisu, the sister store of "EBISU CLASS COFFEE". Renovated from a 52-year-old building, the cafe has only 8 counter seats, making it comfortable for solo customers or men. The door was open even on rainy days, but seats near the entrance might be cold. The cafe was busy, with the first group arriving before opening and about 4 people at opening. Address: 5-14-31 Okusawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo. Opening hours: Mon-Sat 12:00-22:00, Sun 12:00-18:00. Access: 2 minutes walk from Okusawa Station, 7 minutes walk from Jiyugaoka Station, 10 minutes walk from Midorigaoka Station.

On this day, I had some errands in Okusawa, Setagaya-ku in the evening. I have used the Tokyu Meguro Line many times before, but this was my first time getting off at Okusawa Station. Since I had some time before my errands, I searched for a cafe on Tabelog. Being in an area adjacent to Jiyugaoka, there were quite a few cafes that popped up. Among them, I was intrigued by UTAKATA COFFEE, which has only been open for a little over a year and is not ranked very high on Tabelog, but their Instagram caught my interest. I decided to visit the cafe. I arrived at the shop around 3:30 pm, and there were no other customers inside. The young female staff behind the counter welcomed me warmly. I first placed my order and paid at the front counter. I confirmed that the sweets were not sold out yet and ordered the "Limited Quantity Chocolate Basque Cheesecake" for 610 yen (tax included). For my drink, I decided to go with a hot drip coffee and chose the Ethiopia Halo Beriti for 710 yen (tax included) from the 5 bean options. I then sat at the second seat from the back at the counter facing the kitchen and waited. The Chocolate Basque Cheesecake was more like a Gateau au Chocolat than I expected. The taste was satisfying, especially when enjoyed with the generous cocoa powder-dusted whipped cream. The Ethiopia Halo Beriti coffee had a floral aroma and a gentle berry-like acidity, which paired perfectly with the Gateau au Chocolat-like cake. While I was enjoying my coffee and cake, a bearded man in his late twenties (possibly the owner?) appeared from the back but did not pay any attention to me. He seemed to be busy with some work or talking to the female staff. When I asked the female staff about the coffee selection, she mentioned that the coffee beans occasionally change, and most of the options that day were light roasts with fruity flavors, reflecting the preferences of their coffee supplier, BREATH HIROSHIMA in Hiroshima. Overall, the cafe seemed to cater to those who enjoy light roasts and fruity coffees. I stayed for about 20 minutes, and I was the only customer until the end. As I was leaving, I complimented the coffee and cake, and the female staff seemed genuinely pleased. I don't often have the opportunity to visit Okusawa, but the cozy atmosphere and pleasant service at UTAKATA COFFEE made me want to come back again. Just before leaving the shop, it started raining, and by the time I finished my errands, the rain had intensified along with the wind. My compact umbrella broke on the way to Midorigaoka Station via Okusawa-Orochidori Street from my errands, leaving me completely drenched. However, the lingering pleasant memories of my time at UTAKATA COFFEE helped me return home with a clear and content mind. After my visit, I found out that the same owner also runs a shop called EBISU CLASS COFFEE in Ebisu when I checked the shop's website. Looking at the photos of the interior, it seems that EBISU CLASS COFFEE has a similar vibe to UTAKATA COFFEE.

UTAKATA COFFEE in Jiyugaoka A cafe with a chic and sophisticated atmosphere, with a black and white color scheme that exudes an inorganic yet stylish vibe. The bar-like counter seats add to the mature ambiance, making it a great place to relax alone or for a date. They are open until 10:00 pm, making it convenient for post-work or dinner drinks. In addition to coffee drinks, they also serve alcohol, making it a versatile spot for various occasions. They offer canelés and baked goods to enjoy with your coffee, making it a must-visit place. Personally, I will definitely be returning. Check it out! Shop Information: - Name: UTAKATA COFFEE - Address: 5-14-31 Okusawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo - Hours: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm) - Closed on Mondays - Access: 6-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station - Budget: Up to 1000 yen - Payment: Cards accepted, electronic money accepted @naotaka_cafegram I post my favorite cafes, shops, and dishes in Tokyo under the theme of "Where to go on a Tokyo date!" If you find my recommendations helpful, please like and save the posts for future reference. Follow me for more recommendations!

I went to a clean café near Osawa Shrine where they only have a counter. I consulted with the staff and chose the "Tepongare" drip coffee for 600 yen (incl. 10% tax). I also ordered the "Oatmeal Cookie" for 350 yen (incl. 10% tax). The cookie was delicious and my favorite! It was crunchy with just the right amount of sweetness, and paired well with the coffee. The café has a very cozy atmosphere!

Oatmeal cookie ¥350, Basque cheese with honey ¥580 *Ended Original drip coffee ¥500 Anniversary event until 8/4-13 Original brand coffee and honey cheese cake revival I found out on Instagram and barely made it during the event period. The cheese cake I was looking for was amazing, with the sweetness of honey and a super smooth texture. I savored each bite slowly and carefully. The oatmeal cookie, which is still available in limited cafes, is very easy to eat. It is light and crispy, and the ones here are delicious! They regularly hold latte art seminars and practice sessions, so if you're interested, be sure to check out their official Instagram.

This is a cafe located near Okusawa Shrine, a short walk from Okusawa Station. I had wanted to visit this area several times in the early morning earlier this year, but UTAKATA COFFEE opens at 12 o'clock, so I couldn't make it. This time, a cafe friend was coming for a visit, so I took the opportunity to go there for lunch! They had a limited-time pistachio cheesecake, but I was torn between the croffle and the chocolate bostock (I've never had a croffle before), so I chose the chocolate bostock - it was amazing! Rich and creamy, no complaints at all. And the iced cafe au lait, the glass was fantastic! I learned about the difference in taste due to the different glasses when drinking wine, so glasses are important! By the way, all the seats in this cafe were at the counter. The counter near the entrance had a bright impression with white walls, while the counter further back had a chic impression with black brick-like walls and moody lighting. It's a small cafe, but the atmosphere varies depending on where you sit, which is nice! And because it's all counter seats, it's easy for solo customers to come in! (Although we happened to visit with three people that day...) They also seem to hold regular latte art practice sessions. Being able to practice on a commercial machine for 90 minutes on Saturday mornings could be quite nice! However, my work has been getting busier lately, so I don't think I can find time for latte art practice just yet. But I do want to be able to do latte art someday.

After entering the store with my wife a little after 1pm, we asked about the difference between light roast and dark roast drip coffee before ordering. Although I am not very knowledgeable about coffee, the staff explained that dark roast has a stronger bitterness while light roast has a refreshing taste. I chose light roast and my wife chose dark roast. We also ordered the Cannele, which is only available on weekends. I couldn't remember the name of the beans used. The staff, who was handling everything alone, made us feel at ease. The cups and plates had a nice style. The coffee was indeed refreshing and easy to drink. If you mention the type of coffee you want, they will guide you. The Cannele was really delicious. They mentioned that it was baked today after being prepared yesterday, and it was really tasty. The interior of the store had a calm atmosphere with black as the main color. Thank you for the meal, we will definitely visit again.

A cafe located near Okusawa Shrine on the way from Okusawa Station on the Tokyu Meguro Line to Jiyugaoka. The interior is predominantly black with only counter seats. You order at the counter upfront, then wait at your seat for the staff to bring your order. They offer several types of hand drip coffee made from lightly roasted coffee beans. I had an Americano for ¥550 and a weekend-only canelé for ¥420. The Americano had a slight acidity to it. The canelé was moist, but I prefer it a bit crispier. My companion had an Espresso Banana Shake for ¥700. It had a bittersweet espresso flavor combined with the sweetness of ice cream and the richness of banana, making it a perfect blend of dessert and coffee flavors.

Canelé ¥450 Crispy texture on the outside, soft and chewy rich custard cream on the inside. The crispy texture is addictive. It leaves a slightly high impression. The size is a bit larger, so it is satisfying to eat. The sterile atmosphere is nice.

This day was a cafe hopping adventure♪ After visiting COFFEE BLOND, we stopped by this cafe. This cafe also opened in August 2022, offering a cool space with a black counter that resembles a bar. They had 5 types of coffee available that day. - Panama: 690 yen. A cup with distinct acidity and bitterness, each flavor standing out. It had a unique bitterness and aroma described as cocoa nibs. - Honey Rare Cheesecake: 570 yen. Not overly sweet, with a hint of bitterness from the honey and a rich, creamy texture. It paired well with the coffee. Exploring cafes in Okusawa is enjoyable♪

A cafe in Okusawa that turns into a bar at night! It's within walking distance from Jiyugaoka. The interior has only counter seats, with a stylish black and simple space. They serve Irish coffee, which was delicious with its beautiful two-layer presentation. I want to try their cafe time as well!

UTAKATA COFFEE in Jiyugaoka ☕️ For the first time in a while, I went for a morning activity at a cafe in Jiyugaoka that opened just this summer. Honey Cheesecake 570 yen Drip Coffee 580 yen~ Croissant 380 yen UTAKATA COFFEE (located at 5-14-31 Okusawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo) is open from 10:00 to 22:00, serving alcohol after 6:00 PM. They are closed on Mondays and welcome children. I ordered the Cheesecake and Croissant. The Cheesecake was smooth and had a milky, refreshing sweetness, while the Croissant was crispy and filled the place with a buttery aroma. The staff is helpful in finding the right type of coffee for your taste preferences. Children are welcome at the cafe, with options like hot milk and juice available. The seating includes high chairs with lower backs, making it cozy for kids to sit on your lap. Although it's a 2-minute walk from Okusawa Station, heading straight down the hill will lead you to Jiyugaoka Station. The cafe is open until 10:00 PM, making it a good spot for a post-dinner coffee. I enjoy visiting cafes with my 1-year-old daughter and will continue to report on baby-friendly features. Feel free to share your favorite spots with me! #ChildFriendlyCafe #JiyugaokaCafe #OkusawaCafe #JiyugaokaGourmet #JiyugaokaLunch #OkusawaGourmet #OkusawaLunch #Coffee #CafeHopping #UTAKATACOFFEE #TokyoCafe #Cheesecake #Croissant

Utakata Coffee, a small cafe that opened on Jiyu-dori, heading from Jiyugaoka to Okusawa, is very stylish and trendy. I visited for the first time for takeout on a weekday afternoon. I actually stopped by on my way to Okusawa Factory, so I bought a little something. * Croissant @ 350 yen: When reheated, the butter flavor really comes through! A croissant with a rich flavor. * Scone @ 400 yen: When cut open, the texture is quite dense rather than flaky. Since it's a coffee shop, there was no tea available. They did have juices like lemon squash.

A cafe that opened near Okusawa Station in August. Finally, a shop that displays Boris Vian's novels has appeared...! The interior is stylish, with a black and white theme throughout. They are open until 10:00 PM, and alcohol is also available at night. The cafe uses coffee beans sourced from a roastery in Hiroshima and bakes their own food, aiming to provide a good time in the transient days. The cafe latte is served in a round, soft glass, with a comforting espresso flavor and gentle milk. The croissant and pain au chocolat, baked fresh every morning, are available for re-baking and have a moist and chewy texture. The cafe is popular for its bread, with some customers opting for takeout. The staff create a friendly atmosphere, and the Okusawa area has been bustling with coffee and pastry shops lately, which is a delightful sight.

Honey Rare Cheesecake ¥570 It is very creamy and has a smooth and soft texture. It is rich and dense, but the cheese flavor is gentle. The honey flavor and sweetness spread gently in your mouth, giving a refreshing and light sweetness. It is not heavy even if you eat it in the morning, so I recommend it.

I visited "UTAKATA COFFEE" which opened in Osawa on August 6th for the first time. It is the second branch of "EBISS CLASS" in Ebisu. They use beans from a coffee shop called "BREATH" in Hiroshima. Today, I tried their cold brew. It was a well-roasted coffee, not too light, with a clean taste. It was delicious and refreshing. Next time, I plan to try the Mandheling coffee.

A monochrome, cool, and chic cafe opened in Okusawa in August last year! The sleek black interior gives off a bit of a bar vibe. The scones are on the sweeter, denser side and served warm with a gooey chocolate topping. There are two types of seating available, standing and counter, and I chose the stylish counter seat with black tiled walls. While many people seem to prefer the standing seats for taking photos, I recommend the counter seats too. They also have evening cafe service, which I'm curious about. ▷ order ▷ ☑︎ Scone ¥400 ☑︎ Pound cake ¥450 ☑︎ Iced cafe latte ¥580 ☑︎ Hot cafe latte ¥580

The café opens at 10 am on weekdays, and I arrived about 5 minutes before opening with no other customers in sight. They serve chocolate scones, which they warm up before serving. The pound cake is served at room temperature, and the café latte is just the right strength. Prices are 450 yen for pound cake, 400 yen for scones, 580 yen for iced café latte, and 580 yen for hot café latte.

#UTAKATACOFFEE #Okusawa Cafe --- 8/6 new open--- A chic and cool coffee shop with a stylish interior! The attention to detail in the decor, interior design, tableware, and products made this a lovely place. The space design is based on black, creating a sophisticated atmosphere. I ordered a separate cafe latte and a colorful lemonade. It's so exciting to find croissants at a coffee shop! They open early in the morning, so it might be great for a morning visit. The honey cheesecake was rich, creamy, and had a fantastic melt-in-your-mouth texture! A wonderful coffee shop that suits Okusawa perfectly! Thank you for the meal 🚶‍♂️ ✔️ UTAKATACOFFEE's 3 recommended points 🚶‍♂️ - Open early in the morning - Friendly staff - Soy and oat milk substitutions available 📍Shop Information 🔹Shop Name: UTAKATA COFFEE 🔹IG: @utakata_coffee 🔹Address: 5-14-31 Okusawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 🔹Hours: 8:00-19:00 🔹Closed on Fridays Wi-Fi available, accepts cards, electronic money, and transportation IC cards 2 minutes walk from Okusawa Station, 7 minutes walk from Jiyugaoka Station

I learned about this place from the review by noble_minded on Mairevi. It is a long, counter-only shop. In Oimachi, it is as fashionable as Oksawa Factory Coffee & Bakes or even more so. You order at the entrance and then take a seat. I tried the Cold Brew for ¥580, which is extracted with cold water over 24 hours. The beans are medium-dark roasted but still retain a fruity flavor. It is served in a thin cocktail glass that directly conveys its coldness. According to the staff, each glass costs ¥6000. They have a high awareness of taste. It has a smooth taste with minimal bitterness, dominated by acidity with a hint of sweetness and roundness. It was slightly cloudy but not powdery as feared. I also sensed a tomato juice-like nuance within the fruity flavor, possibly blended with Kenyan beans. It was refreshing. Overall: Provisional ☆3.9 (Service ☆4.2)

Blog "Tokyu Line, Foodie Walk" https://asante.blog/---- Okusawa may not be well known, but it is a coffee town. It is sometimes called "Okusawa Coffee Street." Indeed, there are many cafes with roasters, and the scent of coffee drifts from everywhere in the town. When searching on Tabelog for places within 300m of Okusawa Station where you can enjoy coffee, the following places come up: ■ Coffee specialty stores ・Onibus Coffee ・Cafe Alanchart ・Chanoko Coffee Roastery ・U BLEND Okusawa ・Storyline Coffee Company ・Okusawa Factory Coffee and Bakes ■ Cafes where you can also drink coffee ・Cafe & Bar Fonte ・Little Mouse Cafe Dining ・Tully's Okusawa store ・Ueshima Coffee Shop Okusawa store ・Coffee & Foods Harmony - Okusawa ・Domingo, and so on. These places are all thriving, and since they are still in business, it seems that there are many coffee lovers in the town. Now, this shop opened in August 2022. Although it didn't have much online exposure, I was intrigued by their stylish Instagram account that started about a month before the opening. Recently, many people discover and visit shops through Instagram. I visited after lunch on a weekday. When I entered, there was only one other customer, but the two customers who came later seemed to know each other. Here, you pay first, and I ordered a weekday coffee for 400 yen. Today's coffee was American. Though it's limited to weekdays, you can drink it inside, making it convenient. There were six counter seats at the back and standing seats at the front. It can accommodate around 10 people. Starting from August 19th (Friday), they will be open until 10 pm, serving craft beer and coffee-based cocktails. With its stylish interior, the bar business is likely to become popular. The coffee that came out was served in a large white cup, and it was deliciously refreshing even in the summer with lightly roasted beans. The coffee itself had a rich and enjoyable flavor. It's a delicious coffee. There are also many tempting sweets, so the cafe is likely to become popular. It would be nice to see more customers forming close relationships, as is typical of Okusawa. I'm happy to see more attractive shops opening up. Thank you for the meal.