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One day cafe hopping on a day off @ Part 2
I was taken to "Lounge Kisai Cafe" by my companion. The cafe is located on the first floor of an apartment building with 2-3 parking spaces in front of the store. As I opened the door and stepped inside, I was momentarily taken aback by the luxurious atmosphere that emanated from the facade. The spacious interior resembled a hotel lounge, with comfortable single sofas, low tables at four tables, and five counter seats, totaling about 20 seats. The large windows reaching up to the ceiling offered a view of a beautifully maintained garden, although the snow outside obscured the full view. I sat at a table by the window and perused the menu. The menu included a variety of coffee, tea, soft drinks, beer, whiskey, shochu, and a wide selection of teas, showing attention to detail. The food items offered included curry, pasta, rice bowls, and pizza, with daily dessert specials such as cakes and terrines. I ordered the "Napolitan @ 800" with a drink set, pairing it with the deep-roasted coffee "Koke @ 550 (set price)" and another "Koke @ 650" as a single item. For drinks, I ordered the coffee after the meal. The Napolitan arrived in about 10 minutes, with ingredients such as sausage, onions, and green peppers, giving it a traditional, rich flavor with plenty of sausage pieces that would please any dad. The coffee after the meal was a beautifully brewed cup with a crema on top, made with a DeLonghi machine. It had a strong acidity from medium to dark roast, which may vary in personal preference. Personally, I used to enjoy a similar taste for a long time, but recently I have been avoiding it in favor of light roasts. However, I don't dislike it at all. The menu also included a few pages of postscript about the small birds that visit the garden and an introduction to the owner, "Kana Nishino" (please see the photo for details). Some people may find the ambiance unsettling, but the customer-first, relaxed and attentive service was of high quality, suiting the mature generation who have lived life to the fullest more than young couples. I would love to revisit during the beautiful fresh greenery of the garden and try having a beer during the day. Thank you for the meal.