Tokyo's Ochiai - A Hidden Gem Known Amongst Connoisseurs, Cafe Den

A popular coffee shop in Ochiai, 'Cafe Den', and the cake shop 'Denshin-an', established in 1998. Upon entering, you're greeted by a large window, framed like a picture, with lush grapevines that showcase the beautiful greenery of summer. The space is spacious with high ceilings. The walls are dotted with lights and holes that let in light from outside, creating a calm yet playful and enjoyable atmosphere. The chairs and tables are custom-made, and the seating is so comfortable that you can easily spend a long time there. The color of the walls was chosen to harmonize with the paintings of Toshio Arimoto that adorn them. The highlight of the cafe menu is the authentic, handmade cakes from 'Denshin-an' next door, which pair well with coffee or tea. It's a hidden gem of a cafe recommended for those who want to enjoy some 'alone time'. Located at 1-1-1 Kamitakada, Nakano-ku, Tokyo A 2-minute walk from the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line 'Ochiai Station' An 8-minute walk from the JR Chuo and Sobu Lines 'Higashi-Nakano Station' 'Cafe Den' is open from 13:00 to 19:00 'Denshin-an' is open from 11:00 to 19:00 Closed on Tuesdays, and the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month