3 Retro Cafes in Omotesando (Omotesando)! Enjoy a Luxurious Time in a Grown-Up Space That Makes You Forget the Bustle

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Cafe Les Jeux Grenier is a cafe with a popular retro feel, about a 4-minute walk from Omotesando Station, and it has been serving customers in Omotesando for nearly 70 years since opening in 1956.

The interior is lit with dim lighting and has a calm atmosphere. It looks like a nice place to spend a relaxing break while strolling around Omotesando.

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Many reviews praised the "purin (Japanese custard pudding)" as outstanding. With a classic look that suits a retro cafe, it is said to be a firm, traditional style.

It is said to have a rich egg flavor while keeping the sweetness low, so even people who do not like sweets may still find it tasty.

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One of this cafe’s signature drinks is the "ole glace (iced coffee with milk layered in two tiers)." With the coffee and milk separated into two layers, it is a beautiful drink to look at.

The bitterness of the coffee and the sweetness of the milk are said to match perfectly, making it easy to drink even for people who do not usually like coffee.

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Kissa Berie is a retro brick built cafe tucked away in a back alley of Omotesando, about a 5-minute walk from Omotesando Station. The interior, decorated with antiques, has a nostalgic feel.

The menu includes many items known for looking as good as they taste, such as cream soda and banana split, and reviews say enjoying them in this space feels just like stepping back in time.

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The “Kingyobachi (goldfish bowl) Cream Soda” is served in a large glass that looks like a goldfish bowl.

The glass comes with two scoops of ice cream, so it is very satisfying. Its cute look that makes you want to take photos is also very popular.

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The standout feature of the Omurice is that the restaurant's name is written on the egg.

The thin egg crepe is said to be softly cooked. The rice inside contains sausage and green peas, and the portion is said to be quite filling.

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Kissashitsu Renoir Aoyama Hanashige Ten is a restaurant from a kissaten (Japanese coffeehouse) chain with a charming retro cafe feel, located in Omotesando about a 4-minute walk from Omotesando Station.

The interior is said to be very quiet and calm. With Wi-Fi, power outlets, and other features that make it ideal for working on a PC, many people end up staying longer than planned.

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The "Breakfast Service" is available to order in the morning. When you order a drink, you can add one type of bread as a set for a good price.

The photo shows the "Toast." It even comes with a boiled egg and soup, making it a very Manzoku breakfast.

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Served in a premium logo stamped cup, “Toarco Toraja.” This is a cup brewed with Arabica coffee beans harvested in Indonesia.

It is said to be a fragrant, full bodied coffee with both fruity acidity and a smoky taste.