Overall rating criteria: The average (normal) rating is 3.0 points, with evaluations in 0.5 increments. The total points are calculated by multiplying food/taste by 4, service by 2, atmosphere by 2, and cost performance by 2, then dividing the sum by 10 (alcohol/drinks are excluded). ===Not specified=== Delicious: ==========

Yanaka Coffee Shop is a coffee bean specialty store that roasts beans from scratch for each order. It seems to be expanding its chain of stores, with over 40 locations mainly in Tokyo. I stopped by the Kanda store on my way back from lunch, located on a main street corner at the Awajicho intersection, which is easy to find. I ordered Mandheling beans and while waiting for them to be roasted, I ordered a blended coffee to enjoy at the counter seats in the eat-in area. The interior is designed with a retro coffee shop atmosphere using a lot of old materials, allowing you to relax and savor your coffee. By the time I finished my coffee in a quiet mood despite the hustle and bustle of the main street outside, the roasting was complete. I suggest carrying the hot paper bag back to the office, looking forward to the aroma of the coffee the next morning.

On this day, I went to the area around Awajicho intersection. After having lunch at the curry restaurant Jincock, I stopped by Yanaka Coffee Shop. Both shops are located close to Awajicho intersection, with Jincock on the southeast side of the intersection and Yanaka Coffee Shop on the northwest side, so I had to cross both Yasukuni Street and Sotobori Street. I entered the shop around 11:45 AM, and there were no other customers. I placed my order and paid at the counter right in front of me. The menu was simple, with two options for hot coffee (Nicaragua Madris SHG Special) and iced coffee (blend), both available in Regular and Large sizes. There were also six types of cookies displayed on the counter. I decided to have the hot coffee of the day (Regular size for 360 yen) and a Macadamia cookie for 250 yen (tax included) for dining in. The middle-aged female staff, who was working alone, brewed the coffee in a paper cup, which I picked up at the counter and brought to the dining area. The dining area had two sections, one right diagonally in front of the counter and the other further back separated by a wall. The back section used to be a smoking area, but now the entire shop is non-smoking. I chose to sit in the front section. There were a few customers who came in for takeout during my visit, but no one else dined in while I was there. The Nicaragua Madris SHG Special coffee I had was made from Catuai beans organically grown and harvested by the Arca de Noe farm in Nicaragua, where various shade trees are planted to coexist with the environment. It had a mild aroma, with a gentle bitterness and a very smooth taste, making it a delightful specialty coffee. Although it wasn't brewed with meticulous care like in specialty coffee shops, it was still great to be able to enjoy a variety of different types of coffee at an affordable price. The Macadamia cookie, with powdered Macadamia nuts mixed into the dough, didn't have a strong nutty flavor or texture, but it was tasty and satisfying for its price. Similar to my visit to Mamekojo in Suidobashi, I think that this shop would be very convenient for coffee lovers if it were near their workplace.

Sometimes I pass by "Tanaka Coffee Shop Kanda Branch". I thought they only sold coffee beans, but I noticed that they also have a space where you can drink coffee inside the shop. Today's coffee is "Taylors Volcanica El Salvador" for 360 yen. This coffee with a name that seems like it could get caught in your throat is made from coffee beans grown on the slopes of a volcano that crosses the border with Guatemala. "Sweet aroma. High-quality body. Dark chocolate-like aftertaste. Sweet flavor." That's the introduction. I see, a coffee with a fragrant aroma. A rich, deep flavor. A pleasant bitterness and acidity that lingers on the tongue. You can really feel that it's good quality beans. Coffee specialty shops really have expressive descriptions, impressive!

Lunchtime was a lunch meeting. I realized that I hadn't taken a break, so I decided to stop by "Yanaka Coffee Shop Kanda Store" that I had been curious about. The menu at the entrance only had 4 types of drinks, quite simple. I was also a little hungry for a snack, but just having coffee would be fine. As I entered the store, I could smell the aroma of coffee beans being roasted. They were roasting the beans inside the store, and the room temperature was a bit high. There were counters on the left and right with coffee beans. The cash register counter was... maybe at the back? "Welcome. Are you taking it to go?" "No, I'll have it here." It seems like more people order to-go. Next to the cash register, there were cookies-like snacks, but I was in the mood for just a drink, so I ordered "Today's Iced Coffee L (380 yen)" in a larger size. After ordering, it was served from the counter next to me. As I looked around the store, I quickly received my drink. The eat-in space had counters and slightly higher chairs. There were two spaces available for seating, one near the cash register and one in the back. From the back space, you could see Yasukuni Street. The room temperature was just right, so I decided to sit there. The size was quite large for an L size. When I took a sip, the bitterness hit me... and the aftertaste was also bitter. It was similar to the flavor of American coffee shops. Personally, I prefer it with some simple syrup. I couldn't get it when my drink was served, but oh, it's at the entrance. It's the same price for up to two servings. With one serving, there was a hint of sweetness and bitterness. Personally, I wanted a bit more sweetness, so with two servings, there was a balance of sweetness and freshness. Yes, it's to my liking. Jazz music was playing in the store, creating a calm atmosphere. It felt like a place to relax a bit. I slowly finished my L size drink, and it's been almost 20 minutes already. I leisurely finished my drink and it was delicious.

With the state of emergency and a nationwide cold wave, the morning air has become even more tense. The touch of the air on my cheeks is painful and cold, making that morning cup of coffee even more delicious. This morning, I had coffee from Yanaka Coffee. The drip coffee at this shop always has a strong bitterness to it. It feels heavy and smoky, like 100% cocoa bitter chocolate. As each drop goes down my throat, it leaves a distinct trace behind. After a few sips, my taste buds adjust to the bitterness, and I start to taste a clear richness. Personally, I seek bitterness in my morning coffee. It sharpens my senses and thoughts, like sharpening a knife blade gradually with each sip. It was a high-quality cup of coffee.

After finishing my business in Akihabara, I headed on foot to Tokyo Metro Awajicho Station to go back home. I stopped by a shop in front of the station where I had bought things before and decided to buy something after a long time. As I was choosing beans inside the store, I was offered a mini cup of hot coffee as today's recommendation. It was delicious. I purchased 100g of Moka Materi (Yemen) for 850 yen and 100g of Tirol Lolo Sa'e (East Timor) for 750 yen. Since they sell raw beans, I left it to the store to roast and grind them, which took about 15 minutes for the finished product. I personally recognize Moka Materi (Yemen) as a coffee with a distinct flavor. However, this Moka Materi (Yemen) had less of that distinct flavor. It was delicious (^_^) The Tirol Lolo Sa'e (East Timor) was also delicious (^_^) They have a stamp card system. You can also enjoy coffee inside the store.

Arrived in Ogawa Town in the afternoon to purchase a snowboard. While wandering around, I unexpectedly found a coffee shop and decided to go in. They had raw coffee beans lined up, waiting to be roasted, and I got excited at the thought of having them roasted here. I ordered a size M hot coffee of the day. The aroma was lovely, and the taste was satisfying, making me think, "This is good." It was also reasonably priced at just over 300 yen. I thought to myself that if this coffee shop was near my workplace, I would be getting takeout from here all the time. I'm looking forward to going back to buy some beans next time.

On a Saturday in March 2020, at 12:50, I visited the Yanaka Coffee shop in Kanda, a place I often see in Tokyo. This shop specializes in coffee beans that are roasted from raw beans for each order, ensuring freshness. You can also enjoy coffee in the shop. There are smoking and non-smoking sections, and the smoking section is well separated so smoke does not fill the non-smoking area. When I visited, there were a few customers in the smoking section, but the non-smoking section was empty. Since my husband and I are not coffee connoisseurs, we decided to try the "coffee of the day". [Ice Coffee] - Brazil Santo Antonio French Roast No.9 Peanut cream-like aroma with a sweet and full-bodied taste. Refreshing aftertaste. Beans selected for their richness and sweetness from the Santo Antonio Estate in southern Minas. Acidity: ● Bitterness: ●● Body: ●● Flavor: ●● [Hot Coffee] - Guatemala Vermelio Antigua Full City Roast No.8 Sweet caramel-like aroma with a clean mouthfeel and a well-balanced soft flavor. Long sweet aftertaste reminiscent of dark chocolate. From a 2011 COE winning farm. Acidity: ● Bitterness: ● Body: ●●● Flavor: ●●● The prices for both ice and hot coffee were S 280 yen, M 330 yen, and L 380 yen, so we both ordered the S size. While I couldn't discern the delicate taste of the coffee, I felt that the ice coffee had a stronger bitterness and a refreshing aftertaste, making it suitable for enjoying after a heavy meal or when feeling sleep-deprived. The hot coffee, on the other hand, had a mellow flavor and a soothing aroma, perfect for a relaxing moment. The shop was constantly bustling with customers coming in to buy coffee beans, but the cozy atmosphere of the retro-style interior made it a comfortable place to enjoy coffee at the non-smoking counter. I really liked that I could enjoy authentic coffee at a reasonable price, and it made me want to learn more about the delicate flavors of coffee.

This morning, I took a shortcut on foot from Kanda to Ochanomizu for my commute. It was quite cold for this time of year, and I was afraid of catching a cold if I sneezed. Luckily, I stumbled upon this coffee bean specialty store at the Awajicho intersection. They mainly sell coffee beans that are roasted to order, but you can also enjoy a cup of coffee inside the store. I decided to go in to warm up. The interior had a counter and a smoking section behind a door. The store was intentionally designed to resemble an old rice shop in a traditional shopping street. The menu for in-store use included today's coffee (hot and iced), milk coffee, and orange juice. I ordered the small size of today's hot coffee for 280 yen. I took my coffee cup to the counter seat on this side of the door. The coffee had a strong bitterness and a robust flavor, which was perfect for the chilly weather. After warming up for about 10 minutes, I left the store. I later found out that the type of coffee beans used for today's coffee was displayed somewhere in the store, so I'll make sure to find it next time. It may not change the taste, but I still want to know.

This is Yanaka Coffee Shop located next to the Tully's Coffee at the Awaji-machi intersection. It may seem odd to have a smoking room right next to it, but since the purposes are different, it's not really a problem. The white building has a sign that says "Smoking Room" and next to it, the door is labeled "Exit Only." So, if you want to smoke, just have a coffee. The Tully's next door is completely non-smoking, so it might be a good strategy to attract smokers. After lunch, I stopped by for a post-meal coffee. Today's coffee options were Mocha Mattari 9 from Yemen for iced and Floresta de Vicenzi from Brazil for hot. I had the iced coffee (280 yen) which was fruity with a pleasant acidity. The lingering aftertaste was wonderful. Truly a delicious iced coffee. The non-smoking area has a counter with 6 seats in front of the register, and the smoking area has 4 seats at the counter. It seems there are no outlets available.

It was rainy from the morning on this day. The rain was quite heavy in the early hours, and although it seemed to have eased a bit after passing the peak, it didn't show signs of stopping anytime soon. For lunch on this day, I was able to try the tendon (tempura rice bowl) at Kaneko Hanzo, which I had been wanting to try for a while (at the Kanda Ogawamachi branch). Although I achieved my initial goal, as it was a foodie activity on a holiday, I had to make sure to have the usual coffee time after lunch. With that in mind, just as I was leaving Kaneko Hanzo Ogawamachi branch, the rain started to get quite heavy. The coffee spot I had originally envisioned was actually a bit further away from there, but it seemed like my plans were thwarted by the rain. That's when I stumbled upon a suitable shop for the occasion, which happened to be Ya Nak Coffee Shop. Ya Nak Coffee Shop is a coffee specialty store that operates 32 stores in Tokyo and one store in Aichi Prefecture. In addition to store sales, they also have an online shop. They place emphasis on the freshness of coffee beans and roast them to order, which is their distinctive feature. Since roasting takes time, it is common practice to visit the store in advance to specify the beans and then pick them up after roasting. I have purchased coffee beans and enjoyed coffee at their eat-in corner before, visiting and reviewing their stores near my residence, such as the Musashikoyama branch, Gakugeidaigaku branch, Ookayama branch, Meguro branch, and Nishishinbashi branch. Therefore, this was my sixth visit to a Ya Nak Coffee Shop. The shop I visited this time had a fairly spacious eat-in space compared to the Ya Nak Coffee Shops I had used before. There were high chairs at the counter seat to the left of the entrance, and there were eight counter seats in two places facing the wall in another room. Furthermore, beyond the door at the back was a smoking room with a certain number of seats. I entered the shop around 11:30 a.m. and headed straight to the order counter. The coffee menu was placed on the counter, offering the daily coffee in hot and iced versions, blend coffee (hot, iced), decaf coffee, milk coffee (hot, iced), and no food or dessert menu, but there were cookies (four types) on the order counter. The daily coffee (hot) in medium size @330 yen and Macadamia Nut Cookie @210 yen were ordered. The cookies could be picked up as they were, and when the coffee was ready, I would be called to the pick-up window, which was the system. I was called shortly after ordering. The coffee was served in an original cup and saucer. It was called Sadan Traja, which was from Indonesia, and it had a low acidity, with a strong bitterness, similar to Mandheling in taste. It was described as having a black tea flavor, but I didn't feel that much. However, it was a delicious coffee with a deep and rich taste. The Macadamia Nut Cookie, labeled as PB at Ya Nak Coffee, was a cookie with a significantly reduced sweetness, allowing the aroma of the macadamia nuts to stand out, and it was quite delicious. Ya Nak Coffee has increased its prices compared to before, so the cost-effectiveness has slightly decreased, but the deliciousness of the coffee remains. A single-origin coffee in medium size for 330 yen still offers good value for money. There are still many stores I have not visited, so I would like to continue using them from time to time.

Located right by the A5 exit of Awajimachi, Yanaka Coffee Kanda branch is a place where you can find over 20 different types of coffee beans for sale. As I was about to descend the stairs to catch the subway, I was drawn in by the wonderful aroma of coffee. Just like other Yanaka Coffee branches, they also offer drip coffee that you can enjoy on the spot. Today's coffee prices are S: 280 yen, M: 330 yen, L: 380 yen. If you're looking for a quick drink, the S size is a great choice. One thing I really appreciate about this Yanaka Coffee branch is that they have a designated smoking area, which is a plus for smokers. The smoking area is well separated, so you can relax and enjoy your coffee in peace.

In the exploration of Jimbocho and Ogawamachi, first stop: Menkou Shio, second stop: Kanda Shinotazu Sushi, third stop: Takeout with an iced coffee for 340 yen. The coffee had a moderate bitterness and a refreshing taste. It was easy to drink and delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I dropped by the venue and decided to try out a place that focuses on selling beans but also offers coffee to drink. The shop has a separate smoking area, which is great for those who are sensitive to smoke. The drink counter is in an L-shape with a few seats available. The walls are decorated with woodblock prints by Hiromi Honda, featuring deformed figures with a modern yet retro style. I enjoyed a Brazilian coffee that highlighted the bitterness and typical coffee flavor. Whether you smoke or not, this place is perfect for enjoying coffee. Non-smokers can also appreciate the art scene here.

On Saturday, after lunch with my husband, we were surrounded by the fragrant aroma of coffee around the shop, which was soothing and heightened our expectations for the place. We ordered today's iced coffee for 310 yen, which was made with Brazilian coffee. We also bought a pack of 10 drip bags for 1800 yen as a souvenir. They have a stamp card where when it's full, you can use it as 500 yen. If you purchase recommended coffee beans, you get double the stamps. The iced coffee was nicely strong. It was enjoyable to drink as the ice melted, with a fragrant and refreshing taste, but with a strong coffee bitterness. It was satisfying to have a delicious cup of coffee!

I rarely go to major coffee chains, but I sometimes visit this shop. I think it's because the nice smell of roasting coffee beans in front of the store lures me in. I enjoy their coffee when I want to take a short break during busy days.

I thought I had a good rest during the New Year holiday, but when I returned to work, there was a mountain of tasks waiting for me, haha. I refreshed myself with a coffee while taking a walk. Quality work really makes a difference!! Let's do our best.

Great place to pass the time before a drinking party. The taste and atmosphere are both excellent! You can rely on Yanaka Coffee.

I used it for a meeting with friends. It is located right in front of the subway entrance, so it is easy to use. Also, there are other cafes like Starbucks and Doutor at this Awajicho intersection, but I often use this one because of its calm atmosphere and good cost performance. Today, I had a hot milk coffee for ¥290, and I also received a tasting of Nicaragua's Madriz as a service. It was very flavorful, with a strong bitterness and a hint of acidity, and I enjoyed it.