After having lunch at the cozy and homely atmosphere of "Restaurant Cafe Grace" in Mita, we head to an academic cafe for tea. We admire the retro architecture along the way to the cafe, which is located inside this building. It feels like being overseas with such a wonderful place for a cafe. The cafe is located in the Octagonal Tower, a designated cultural property within the Keio University Mita campus. The atmosphere is a bit intimidating, but it's okay to enter the campus. The cafe is spacious with large octagonal tables and beautiful decor. The menu is presented like a library card, and we order coffee, Fukuza Yuki beer, and the special Napolitan pasta. The coffee is rich and flavorful, the beer is enjoyable, and the pasta is delicious with a unique texture and taste. The staff, possibly Keio students, create a peaceful and pleasant atmosphere. The building also houses a museum with free admission, showcasing intricate decorations and exhibits related to Fukuzawa Yukichi. It's a delightful cafe with more to offer than just a relaxing ambiance.

①After the Bon festival holiday on August 17th, I happened to visit Keio University Higashi-mon on a day off. On my first visit, I arrived just in time for the last order but couldn't get a seat as it was full, and the last order was over! The second time, on a hot day, I arrived a bit early, sweating, but when I sat down, the curry was sold out. So, I reluctantly settled for the Neapolitan set. On the third visit, it was a weekday during the Bon holiday, but the place was closed! I had to ask the security guard at the main gate about the day after the Bon holiday and planned accordingly.②On my fourth visit, I arrived right after the lunch opening around 11:05. There were two groups of customers ahead of me. To be honest, the ratings are not that high, and the prices are a bit high, too. I can imagine that the good atmosphere might be inflating the ratings. I felt that even with the Neapolitan set.③However, even though my main purpose was to try the curry, I couldn't resist coming here over other seemingly delicious restaurants. Maybe this is the sad fate of a user of food review sites. (^.^)④I finally ordered the curry set for ¥1800 with an iced coffee. I don't like coffee, but I had tea last time, and on a hot day, I thought iced coffee might be somewhat enjoyable, and even though it's iced, I could still imagine the taste of hot coffee.⑤The salad was the same as last time, just missing the yellow bell pepper, and the dressing was the same too. Having the same salad as before was a bit tough for consecutive visits. The coffee wasn't particularly delicious. I thought hot and iced coffee would be the same price, but the iced coffee was ¥100 cheaper. Why? Maybe the hot coffee is made properly, and the iced coffee is pre-made, but from the menu, both seem to be freshly brewed. I don't understand coffee lovers. So, for someone like me who is a bit stingy, if you can choose between hot and iced for the same price in a set, and if you like both, you might feel like you got a good deal with the hot coffee on a not-so-hot day.⑥The curry set with pork, beef, onions, and a grainy texture, the first bite was like, "Oh, this is good." It tasted better than I expected. Also, the rice had a grainy texture with lots of grains, giving it a healthy feel. However, the red bell pepper as a curry side dish was too similar in color to the salad, which I dislike - ingredient overlap within the same menu! The salad had a plain Italian dressing, while the bell pepper side had a sweet and curry flavor, so the seasonings were different. Ingredient overlap is a bit tacky. The curry had a good aroma at first, but the aftertaste didn't leave a strong impression of having eaten a really delicious curry.※Overall: Even though the ¥1800 price includes salad and coffee/tea, I don't feel the taste justifies a return visit. If it weren't for lunchtime, the curry alone costs ¥1300 (with a mandatory drink order), and the iced coffee alone costs ¥700, so even with a ¥200 discount on the à la carte price of ¥2000, the cost performance seems poor. Well, if you can truly enjoy the sense of being in Keio University and the atmosphere inside the university or the octagonal tower, it might not be that bad. I also found myself enjoying the remaining coffee while listening to the fading cicada cries of the passing summer, and working on my food review on Eatery, the comfortable environment made me feel quite content. Since it's a cafe, I guess it all depends on how you use it.

①I came for the curry, but it was sold out by 13:20! Maybe it was because of the heat? ②I was thinking of leaving, but since I was already here, I looked for something other than the bread menu, but there was only Neapolitan. I reluctantly ordered the special Neapolitan lunch set with black tea (with milk and sugar). ③First, the salad came out with Italian dressing, which makes sense for pasta. The black tea arrived, followed by the Neapolitan. As expected, the portion was small for ¥1450. The shredded chili pepper on top added volume, and the meat was salami.

At the cafe in my alma mater, they serve a seasonal limited edition shaved ice inspired by Katsushika Hokusai's "Fine Wind, Clear Morning" with a red Mt. Fuji motif. The shaved ice with apricot syrup, mixed with sake lees in whipped cream, was just right for me, not too sweet even though I'm not a fan of sweet treats. Personally, I think it would look more like the painting if it had a slightly redder hue. They were out of some menu items like light meals and shaved ice by 3 pm, so it's better to visit earlier if you want to try them.

Visited Keio University Art Center and used the cafe. Ordered a cream soda for 900 yen, which had a golden kiwi flavor that day. It had fruit pulp in it, and the homemade ice cream was delicious. The atmosphere of the Important Cultural Property building was also lovely. Other menu items looked delicious too, so I would like to visit again.

I went to "Hakkakuto" located at the Mita Campus of Keio University. The building is on the 1st floor of the old library building. The cafe is located in the octagonal part, hence the name "Hakkakuto." It is located within the campus, and the old building has a calm atmosphere with a focus on interior design, reminiscent of neoclassical style. On this day, I chose the cheesecake from the various desserts available. It is a good deal to get a set with a drink. They offer coffee, tea, alcohol, sweets, and light meals. They also sell original coffee from Hakkakuto.

On a holiday afternoon, I visited Mita after a long time. When you think of Mita, you think of Keio University. This time, I came to see the Octagonal Tower. I entered from the East Gate of the Mita campus. Even though it's a gate, it's a beautiful brick building. Truly a top university in Japan. Passing through the beautiful gate, you can see the octagonal tower when you try to go up the stairs. It's also a beautiful building made of bricks. The octagonal tower is located in the old building of the library, with a cafe called "Hakkakuto-san" on the first floor and the Keio University History Exhibition Hall on the second floor. Let's start by visiting Hakkakuto-san. I arrived at the shop at opening time. There were no other customers. I was guided to a table by the window. Now, let's place our order. I ordered the "Korori" curry, and my wife ordered the special Neapolitan. After the meal, I had pudding and hot coffee, while my wife had Hakkakuto ice cream (coffee) and Hakkakuto coffee milk (hot). Since there were no other customers, I took some photos inside the shop and inside the octagonal tower after ordering. At that time, I couldn't go inside the tower. The outside of the building is beautiful, but the inside has a very calm Western-style atmosphere. Not long after, the Korori and special Neapolitan arrived. The Korori is a keema curry, but the rice is barley rice, I think. The texture is good. The spiciness is moderate, not too spicy. It tastes just as I imagined. I tried a bit of the special Neapolitan my wife ordered, and it's slightly under-seasoned. It might be just right with some Tabasco added. After the meal, they brought us dessert and drinks. The pudding looks cute. It's a small, firm pudding. A delicious, old-fashioned pudding that I thought was the most delicious this time. The coffee has a moderate bitterness with a mild acidity. The ice cream my wife ordered has a strong coffee flavor and is delicious with a rich taste. The coffee milk is quite sweet, which surprised me at first, but it's an interesting taste. After enjoying the delicious dessert, we visited the exhibition hall on the second floor. There were exhibits of memorabilia from Yukichi Fukuzawa, and also a commemorative item from when Jun Murai won the annual buzzword award. We are able to use the internet like this thanks to the efforts of Jun Murai. Let's take a short walk around the campus before heading home. Thank you for the meal.

Keio University Mita Campus Library Old Building Octagonal Tower (formerly Cafe Tempus) "Curry 'Koruri'" Important Cultural Property The limited quantity Keema Curry named after Fukuzawa Yukichi's translation of curry as "Koruri" at the cafe in the Keio University Library is a fragrant masterpiece made by stir-frying domestic pork and Joshu beef minced meat with 12 kinds of spices and adding richness and depth with red wine. It was very delicious with a fragrant and deep richness, delicate spiciness, and a blend of Sagi Yori and Genmai Kin's Ibuki rice, which was chewy and fluffy. The beet marinated and carrot rapeseed served as a side dish was also a good match. It is a unique space with the only octagonal table in the building inspired by the Octagonal Tower and stairs leading up to the tower. Thank you for the meal!

The curry was sold out (reserved), so I had a croque-monsieur instead. It looked delicious with cheese on top, and it was indeed tasty with ham and cheese filling every corner. The salad dressing was also to my liking.

At the end of November, it was announced on Twitter that morning service would be ending. However, for the last three days (28th, 29th, and 30th), they extended the service by 30 minutes. This meant I could go during lunchtime! I went right away and tried the Morning Set C with fermented butter toast and a drink. The cheese cake bread and butter were delicious, with a perfect balance of flavors. The coffee was made using a siphon, resulting in a rich and aromatic taste. The cafe was featured in a magazine about old house cafes and restaurants, and I had been curious about it for a while. It was great to finally visit and enjoy the satisfying and filling meal.

First, please take a look at the photo. Some of you may recognize this building. The building with a cafe is a nationally designated important cultural property. The Gothic-style exterior is impressive, and just entering the premises is worth it. The overwhelming sense of weight. The classical interior is also breathtaking. And the best part is, it's free to enter. Hey lady over there! Even the sumo wrestler would be surprised! It's a hidden gem cafe, so it's not widely known. But today, I'll tell you secretly. Rumor has it that some of the cafe menu items are from "Kabuki" in Kuramae. However, by immersing yourself in the atmosphere of this building, you will find a deep meaning. I won't go into detail about the important cultural property, but that's all for now. I don't want it to get too crowded, so...

The curry costs 1200 yen. The macaron costs 400 yen. The siphon pot coffee costs 700 yen. The morning special has started, but the French toast is sold out. Since I already ate a lot at the buffet, I'm not in the mood for toast, so I decided to have curry instead. They offer a great lunch deal on weekdays too. The curry is made with domestic pork and Joshu beef, and 12 different spices. It comes with sticky rice blended with Saga rice and Genmai Kin. The translation of "Fukuzawa Yukichi" curry is "Koruri". The daily dessert was ice cream, so I chose a macaron made with homemade egg whites and wasanbon sugar. It also has a sugar-free Kunio chocolate ganache. The siphon coffee, priced at 700 yen per pot, is fruity with no acidity. The attention to detail in the food is evident. The restaurant is like a different world with its historic building and amazing atmosphere. The free museum is also worth a visit. I will come back on a day when they have pudding.

I visited this place again because I liked the atmosphere when I went there for sweets before. It is located on the 1st floor of the old library in Keio University. When I visited before 11 am on a weekday, there was only one other group of customers. - Pizza Toast $8: The pizza toast was slightly small but delicious. The bread was fluffy and slightly sweet. The combination of milky cheese and basil gave it an elegant impression. - Blend Coffee $7: The coffee with pot service was delightful. It had a good aroma and flavor. It makes you want to relax and enjoy it. On weekdays, the atmosphere inside the shop is relaxed. Although the menu is not very extensive, I like everything so far. I would like to visit again when I feel like having a leisurely coffee.

The seismic retrofitting work on the Keio University Library Old Building, designated as an important cultural property, was completed, and last year, the Fukuzawa Yukichi Memorial Keio University History Exhibition Hall opened on the second floor, while a café opened on the first floor. I visited around 4 pm on a Saturday, and perhaps due to the university's spring break, the spacious café had only two other customers. I ordered the Marco Polo tea (800 yen), while my companion ordered the café's original coffee (700 yen). We also shared the chocolate sablé (2 pieces) and macarons for 650 yen. The tea and coffee were served generously in pots, and the tea cups were from Royal Copenhagen. The chocolate used in the sablé is also from the café. The interior was a bit cold, so we kept our coats on, but it's understandable given the nature of the building.

I visited a cafe located on the first floor of a historic cultural property at the East Gate of Keio University Mita Campus. The cafe had a nostalgic menu presented in the form of library cards, with a selection of drinks and desserts. Unfortunately, the pudding I was looking forward to was not available at that time, but the staff kindly offered to serve me a portion that had been prepared in the morning. I ordered a set with black coffee made from Kubuki's coffee beans, which I also like. The pudding was small but delicious, with a subtle sweetness and a perfect amount of caramel. The coffee, served in a silver pot, was plentiful and could easily yield about 3 cups. Although I had high expectations for Kubuki's coffee beans, the taste was slightly different than I anticipated. Despite this, the generous portion of coffee for the price was appreciated. I spent about an hour there, and the cafe was empty the whole time. It was a luxurious space where one could quietly enjoy their time, read a book, or simply relax. You can find more lunch information on my Instagram, particularly for areas like Yurakucho, Ginza, and Shinbashi. Feel free to check it out @kuidaore_kiki.

Keio University has a café that looks like a castle from the outside, which is so impressive that it's surprising. The interior is also gorgeous, with a spiral staircase and cute chandeliers that make you feel excited. There are security guards sitting in some dark corners, which startled me when I noticed them on my way to the restroom downstairs. Luckily, I visited near closing time on a weekday, so I had the place all to myself and enjoyed it. The menu is cute, like a library card, with lovely text. I had the blend coffee (siphon style) and the homemade pudding of the day. The coffee was enough for about 2 cups, so it felt like a good deal. The beans are from Kuramae's Kabuki beans! It was nice to be able to try the popular coffee from a shop I couldn't get into before. The homemade pudding was just the right firmness for me, and the cherries added a nice touch. The size was perfect, not too big or too small, which I appreciated. They don't accept PayPay, but they do have electronic payments like Suica. Overall, a great experience! For more details, visit the blog: https://zan3tho.com

Eight-sided original chocolate sablé 350. It looks like a chocolate cookie, but when you bite into it, it has the richness of actual chocolate. The crumbly texture is definitely sablé. Served in threes on a small plate with an illustration of a goldfish bowl and a black cat, along with a café au lait hot, 750. The small pot and empty cup are also part of the presentation. The cup handle is not for fingers. It's not hot. When lifted, it turns into marble. You could probably have four cups if you pour a little, but three cups if you pour generously. The interior is octagonal, everything from the tables to the ceiling, even the crumpled receipt. The background music is relaxed jazz instrumental. It's empty on Saturday mornings. I wanted to go to the octagonal tower, but ended up sharing a table with another customer in a tight space. The menu is like a library card, with ruled lines on the back. It's on the pricier side, quite expensive.

Located on the first floor of the Keio University Old Library, a designated important cultural property, this cafe has an octagonal ceiling as its name suggests. The charming interior is never crowded, making it easy to secure a seat. It's a rare find in the busy Tamachi and Mita station area. I ordered the Royal Milk Tea and today's dessert, a pudding, totaling 1,400 yen. Both were delicious with authentic flavors that exceeded my expectations. The staff were kind and friendly, a rarity in this area. I can't wait to visit again soon.

This is a cafe located inside the important cultural property "Keio University Library." The Dry Curry, named after Fukuzawa Yukichi, who translated it as "Koruri," costs 1200 yen. Sitting on soft chairs in front of hexagonal tables inspired by the hexagonal tower, and eating while looking at the stairs leading up the tower, gives a special feeling. The blended coffee, made by a popular cafe in Kuramae called Kabuki, had a wonderful aroma. It was available as a set for 400 yen. Thank you for the meal.

Located about a 9-minute walk from Mita Station, this newly opened cafe offers macarons (400 yen including tax), Ice Royal Milk Tea (900 yen including tax), and Seasonal Cream Soda (900 yen including tax). It is situated inside the old library near the East Gate of Keio University. The stylish interior and the prices of the menu make you think "as expected of Keio" and give off a sophisticated vibe. The macaron with chocolate filling was delicious, and the Royal Milk Tea was also very good, although the prices are a bit high. It's worth it for the ambiance though. The seasonal Cream Soda was peach-flavored. Overall, a great experience! Be sure to check it out!

This is a cafe inside a university campus. It seems to be a hidden gem, as there are usually seats available right away. The portion sizes are small, but you can enjoy a quiet and relaxed atmosphere with a sense of history. The curry, known as "Karri," may be the signature dish, but the croque monsieur was also delicious. If you sit by the window during the daytime, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the green curtains contrasting with the red brick walls. I recommend this place not only to students and faculty, but also to others.