Best Japanese Coffee Shops in Tokyo

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Best Japanese cafe shops in Tokyo. Many Tokyo Coffee spot exist, but I wanted to share my favorite in Tokyo. Enjoy this Japanese Coffee Tour. These Japan coffee shops range in different offerings, design and atmosphere but all are worth visiting. Japanese Drip Coffee, Japanese Latte, Japanese Hand drip and even a Raspberry Mocha, all of these are included in the video. These are Japan's third wave of coffee shops. So if you are looking on where to have a good cup of coffee in Tokyo, then these should be your first morning stops. Japan coffee shops are pretty awesome so if you travel to Japan and especially Tokyo, try to visit at least one. Check out the links below on how to get there.
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Best Japanese Coffee Shops in Tokyo Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
1:00 - 1. Streamer Coffee Company
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3:01 - 2. Sarutahiko Coffee The Bridge
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4:53 - 3. Kitasando Coffee
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6:04 - 4. About Life Coffee Brewers
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8:42 - 5. The Local Coffee Stand
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10:09 - 6. The Roastery
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Alpha beta Coffee Club - goo.gl/maps/JdjaPWt61Dw93fMs5
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[@Eric-uz9iu]

hi paolo, big fan, thanks for all the info on Japan! Hope you and your family are doing well!

[@FakedPvp]

Yo im in Okinawa you should come over here and see life here

[@UnViajeroPerdidoEnAsia]

I like Japan Coffee Omise 😃👍

[@annunakian8054]

Getting sick of dunkin and starbucks. Settled for mcdonalds coffee today, but then again, what's the difference?

[@shahmd6]

Hi Paolo, Love your videos. But you know what i love more.....your " A DAY IN A LIFE ...." videos. Thats the best.....

[@anahitaariadne]

"One day in the life of a barista", please!

[@brandonalulema1886]

I back this !

[@chicken-if7nn]

yes great idea !!

[@pinanwicaksono]

Yes!!!

[@sosukeaizenbutdressedupina4692]

@@brandonalulema1886 A day in the life of a Yakuza boss is better

[@patriciadeborasilaban7189]

Yes please!

[@patriksaastad724]

Damn. 8-9$ coffee! That's even more than I pay here in Norway.

[@KieronMiddleton]

$478 for the Kitasando blend at 5.34 .... I hope that's a typing error!

[@cathhl2440]

Gasp!!! I'm sorry to hear this...

[@cathhl2440]

@@KieronMiddleton LOL... Yes. He forgot the decimal point.

[@luciabucheli6545]

In Mexico coffee is cheap, black coffee with no milk cost you 1 dollar

[@atenanike226]

@@luciabucheli6545 same as in italy

[@MissKhantatat]

Paolo must be like: I'm not gonna sleep for a week. 🤪🤣

[@christiantorreon6146]

my thoughts as well. Im also curious how many times has he gone to restroom that day HAHAHAHA

[@4566Iggy]

He needs it as he has a baby.

[@Teletubbiez]

Imagine

[@buranalim]

yeah, I was blown when I noticed he drank all these coffee in a day

[@deadpl4550]

“Concentrated hit on that Good Good” made it sound like it was 🍃🤣🤣🤣

[@ddi1118]

A Yakuza special

[@Tommyskylarr]

It’s reassuring to know coffee is overpriced everywhere in the world. Great video! 👍🏻

[@zinedinezethro9157]

One thing that never change no matter where you go...

[@Tommyskylarr]

@@zinedinezethro9157 It’s kinda comforting in some odd way.

[@samelmudir]

even starbucks in cheaper than this lol

[@zinedinezethro9157]

@@samelmudir same shit in indonesia lol

[@zinedinezethro9157]

@@Tommyskylarr but kinda bugs cuz now ik it's not only in my country lmao

[@alexius997]

isn't anyone going to acknowledge the fact he was also buying coffee for his cameraman

[@LelPop]

His wife*

[@jjsolstice7283]

Prolly his wife.

[@alexius997]

@@LelPop ohh thanks new to the channel

[@alexius997]

@@jjsolstice7283 ohh thanks new to the channel

[@Dita_Utomo]

Can I just say that the coffeeshops in this video are GORGEOUS? I wish I was in Tokyo!

[@rbt8353]

No, you cant say

[@tourquadrillion5241]

Ur wrong. The whole Tokyo is gorgeous

[@Benedict00_ItchyManko]

I wish I was too! One week wasn't enough!

[@Dita_Utomo]

@@Benedict00_ItchyManko I know! I was there for 2 weeks and wasn't nearly enough too!

[@tourquadrillion5241]

@@Benedict00_ItchyManko of course not. Should spent more time. Now u have to spent for another plane ticket. Rip

[@KindaNeet]

5:38 😳 $478 iced coffee.. the TOEkyo merch industry must really be booming

[@JVandKC]

$4.78 :)

[@louisdelarampe2319]

@@JVandKC Even 5 bucks for a coffee, the merch must be selling "good good"

[@britishshorthair9310]

i immediately check currency converting on google

[@stuartrooney6707]

The 7/11 coffee in Japan never lets me down. Some of these spots look amazing though!

[@amariluna]

I agree. Don't know where you are from but it's actually better than the coffee you find in most of the USA and other countries.

[@jayasurya4121]

Don't all of them look amazing?

[@SkyHermit]

Yes I love the black coffee from 7/11. Their cafe latte is good too!

[@RizzaGuia14]

i thought the exact same while watching the video. I was truly impressed by 7/11 dark coffee...man, Japan takes pride take even in the most basic, simplest things!

[@Xenmas021]

Paolo, I appreciate keeping the parts where you order in Japanese in the video! I love coffee so it was good to hear the vocabulary I might need when I order a cup in Japan. As always, good video man

[@zackaryallam1396]

When I go back to Japan, I’m honestly gonna try to visit every single one of these places. They all look incredibly unique and worth a visit.

[@francisalexago4632]

This made me want to go to a coffee shop. 😅😅😅

[@myapaul19]

Same and I don’t even like coffee 😂😭

[@myapaul19]

@Chaxie Forni thank you.

[@dorisgoh1032]

My most favourite video Coffee cafes in Tokyo. I miss Japan so much. Thank you so much Pablo.

[@MevFunNyLERMAN]

Thank you for keeping on creating content for us Paolo and Maiko💖💕 Love you both😍

[@georgehurtado9196]

Great review of the coffee shops in Tokyo. They all look amazing!

[@Samy01liew]

Paolo taking a sip of coffee “ooooooooh”

[@raidenstark315]

He always do that with every type of food

[@jmccarsnmore1025]

More like OOOOOOOOOOHHH!! 😂

[@Passerbys60]

OOOOOOOHHHHH!! orgasm of coffee lover.

[@DelorienAz]

Thanks Paolo! I get cranky if I can't find good coffee when I'm traveling. This should help!

[@Jordan-inJapan]

Convenience stores here are great for coffee too. Cheap, everywhere, and actually decent coffee.

[@caro99637]

Thank you so much Paolo for giving me that much of a reason to go to Japan 🇯🇵 ❤

[@bael6472]

I was waiting for the coffee shop in Ginza which I think is the basis of the Cafe LeBlanc of Persona 5

[@nl5473]

This is one of my favorite videos since I am a coffee drinker ☕️ 🤤 can’t wait to visit one day !!

[@kosmonatik8393]

I can only imagine how buzzed you must have been after all that coffee lol

[@Kawaii_Life.]

He definitely got over-caffeinated, but he looks tired lol

[@addiewelsh4308]

@@Kawaii_Life. He has a baby at home. I don't think that he sleeps much any ways.

[@amariluna]

Thank you for this video Paolo. As a lover of good coffee this is very important information to have for my next trip there.

[@thepurpledoll]

Thank you, Paolo! Found this really helpful! Last time I was in Tokyo, I wasn't that big into coffee yet. So I kinda regret I didn't go cafe hopping back then (3 yrs ago). Will definitely check out these coffeeshops when I can travel to Tokyo again (hopefully soon 🙏)

[@With_Me_JAPAN]

Wow thank you for showing the best coffee shops in Tokyo as I'm new in Tokyo, really good to know your recommendation!❤️Coffee is like a real treat that can sometimes beat any sweets! As you get to know more about the world of coffee, you can indulge yourself in great aroma!😊

[@ilmenaglar]

Oh yeah! I was wondering when you were going to mention Costa Rican's coffee!! Pura vida!

[@procrastinator24]

so here i am starting off my Paolo fromTOKYO channel journey from this video and literally binge watching since 4 hours straight! Such interesting topics you talk about, the format is perfect and i really like the content you put up here! Keep up the great work! =)

[@skullseeker3013]

Paolo , love your vids so much, best Japanese content ever comes from your YT channel always, thank u a lot 4 sharing with us

[@sannnyu7478]

Me watching this while drinking instant coffee:') P/s: love the video btw😍, pls do more of this!!!

[@moonchild8477]

Did you forget this comment:')

[@afiqahyazid7413]

Combination of 2 things that i love in the world. COFFEE and JAPAN

[@toopretty4hell527]

YES

[@super-starchan6700]

I can't wait to go to Japan, those look so yummy!!! Great video!!😍🌸✨

[@donnawebster4310]

when I was in Japan in he 80's I discovered iced coffee...thanks Paolo..you are the best..so easy to listen to..great smile and energy!

[@BlessedMwangi]

That bbq sandwich 😋😋😋. Just wondering if some of these coffee shops in other places in Japan? Like Sapporo?

[@williamchristian8705]

That pork and cheese at $4.77! I’d be there twice a week. Coming from a person who eats very little meat. It just look great.

[@BlessedMwangi]

@@williamchristian8705 Absolutely. 😆

[@mouldyfart]

Paolo getting more and more energetic as the video goes on haha

[@ryanisdoneby]

Thank you for featuring About Life - when I visited Shibuya 2 years ago from Australia it was like a second home. Such good coffee and suck lovely people.

[@mpandunky]

Before the pandemic I used to visit Japan once/year and each one is unforgettable. Can't wait to return and try out all these coffee shops & wagyu restaurants.

[@Kilonoid]

When an entire sandwich costs less than a cup of drip coffee... something ain’t adding up

[@KrazyKrzysztof]

Coffee is definitely a scam and is addictive behavior for little benefit

[@hammalamiri12]

@@KrazyKrzysztof Some coffees are rare and special like every product you have basic or artisan

[@duwalagepasinduchamodyagun7552]

you pay more for the coffee because you already know people are coming to buy it

[@blablup1214]

Yes some of them very really expensive Oo

[@KrazyKrzysztof]

@@duwalagepasinduchamodyagun7552 yes. Coffee is extremely addicting. Did anyone ever try quitting? You will get some nasty headaches for a few days but you will have cravings for weeks. I think I had cravings for a few months. I went for decaf black tea now. Coffee used to not allow me to sleep, it boosts blood pressure too. It is garbage

[@shawnfraser16]

MANNNNN I've been waiting for this! Was just watching your last Tokyo top favs !

[@shawnfraser16]

Ahhh The Roastery! Loved that place when I was there summer 2019

[@Violet.18]

Hi👋 Paolo! Nice to see you posting on the regular again 👏🤗. Thanks for the coffee stories ☕👍

[@sanderson5857]

Another great video, makes my day whenever I see your video’s in my inbox ☺️

[@geraldcastillo8620]

I'm happy to know that You got some beans from my beautiful country, Costa Rica. It's the best one, isn't it??. I reallly enjoy watching this kind of video. Nice review of all these Coffee shops, Keep it up. "Pura vida, Paolo".

[@cocomee2357]

Never realized but, how fluent is Paolo’s japanese?

[@jamh690]

9/10 I guess.

[@mbank3832]

Bruh, he lives in japan, for a long while .....

[@dm2129]

coco nguyen •🙄🤔 ARE U ASKING A QUESTION OR MAKING A STATEMENT?

[@rishab4644]

he's lived in Japan for over 15 years, so I assume he gives the locals a run for their money when it comes to speaking japanese.

[@mariee_e]

I think he’s good but w his wife they tend to speak English to e/o if u check their vlogs

[@garbagepeasant3437]

Love your videos, man. Enjoying going through them as a plan a Japan trip (COVID-forbidding) for this year. You seem like an awesome guy to grab a few beers and maki rolls with!

[@KristaKangas]

Oh my gosh. I've been waiting for someone to do a video on this!! Thank you!!!

[@shaebells78]

I’ve always found Coffee in Japan to have a very distinctive aroma and flavour. Instantly takes me back whenever I smell or taste it elsewhere 👍🏻

[@Simkets]

Lol, I don't even drink coffee but seeing this it makes me want to try it, especially the flavored lattes! :D It just looks so fancy and unique! :D

[@yuyanakahira2179]

I love coffee. I've already went to same of shops you shown. All shops are so cool. I really want to go now☆

[@okeydokey1233]

Yes! More coffee culture in Japan, please!!! 💗💗💗☕️☕️☕️

[@ThyBr0]

Paolo, thats a nice jacket you got there man. I searched everywhere for something similar and can't find a damn result! I'm jealous dude

[@KrazyKrzysztof]

I think nike had em on sale so they will be gone. Nike has been getting rid of their winter wear

[@DavidGoods]

I loveee coffee! I can't believe how expensive it is in Tokyo though wow some of them were $7+ thats crazy :o

[@Jordan-inJapan]

I know, right. Luckily convince store coffee is only 100¥ ($1.00). And it’s actually gotten pretty good lately. So yeah, cafes are cool, but...

[@DavidGoods]

@@Jordan-inJapan Yah! I was shocked because when I was in japan just before covid, I was drinking lots of vending machine/conbini store coffee and it was nowhere near cafe prices (thats obvious) but it was definitely a shock :)

[@clongt7926]

I just love Tokyo! Can't wait to finaly travel again.. Japan is beautiful😭🥰

[@Hadouken987]

Man such Quality you put into your Videos it is absolutely amazing.I must try every single one of them as a coffee lover :D

[@Jordan-inJapan]

Thanks for the video, Paolo. I have to say, coffee culture has come a LONG way in Japan since I first moved here 20 years ago. Coffee shops back then were either dark, dingy places where old men sat and smoked or overly-ornate, flowery places serving expensive coffee in tiny cups. Now there’s this whole coffee-shop ecosystem and we can get decent coffee anywhere - even the convenient stores serve pretty good drip coffee now.

[@johnnyrossi5800]

And here I thought coffee was overpriced in Australia.....

[@Jindujun]

As a coffee lover this video lets my heart bounce :D So amazing! People who have never tried GOOD coffee miss out on so much! So many different flavours available!

[@juanc.7268]

Everytime I am more and more amazed of the quality and excellence in Japan🇯🇵

[@TokyoFoodieSarah]

0:53 Wolfy's voice 😍❤️

[@cheesebruh4481]

When’s Day in the life of a Japanese hamster.

[@Prashasti]

You're my inspiration, now I also make videos from Japan! Thank you Paolo! :)

[@Kashonna11]

I'm looking forward to visiting these coffee shops

[@yongjinpan]

Quick question, you know your day in life series,who films before you get there ?

[@bluelys4777]

People: why you wanna go to Japan? Me: To taste their coffee ☕️

[@claudemonet6018]

Great video,good work as always.Wish you best,and please continue to make great videos.

[@melissalucas3459]

Yay I've been waiting for this video! ☕🤩

[@hlvxj]

Those look so good 😳

[@hlvxj]

OKG YOU SAW MY COMMENT THATS SO COOL

[@guhansundaram]

Paolo: *does a video on coffee shops in Tokyo* Tokyo Ghoul fans: "allow us to introduce ourselves" 😌

[@taradiane]

lol

[@jackychan4216]

Not going to lie, I love your videos. The music, vibe, information, and your content is the best!

[@luismorales3987]

I loved this video, thank you Paolo, greetings from Guatemala 🇬🇹

[@BlessedMwangi]

I am a new coffee lover, looking forward to seeing some great shops.

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

Hope you enjoy!

[@BlessedMwangi]

@@PaolofromTOKYO I did. Thanks for these recommendations. Totally helpful ☺️

[@shadowbellatrix794]

You are the reason why I want to travel to Japan🇯🇵. I love your videos. Greetings from Spain🇪🇸

[@mathusharao6864]

Was waiting for this one 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@May-mf4xp]

I love coffee shops!! Thank you for this video!

[@orlee8375]

Omg I love coffee I’m excited to watch this!

[@OxytocinUN]

wish I could do the same but for Paris. Sadly everything is locked down 😥😥❤️

[@wassup55771]

Man this brought me back to my Navy days. Taking the train to Shinjuku and Shibuya, walking around and hitting up different coffee shops or cafes. The amount of pride, service and professionalism at the local shops is unbelievable. Also I would love to walk around Tokyo with you Paolo, smoking cigarettes and getting jacked-up on some good coffee!! 😄😂

[@induhvidyooul]

There are lots of Japan travel tubers, but only one time stamps his videos. Much appreciated!

[@AverytheCubanAmerican]

You don't usually think of coffee when you think of Japan but this proves otherwise and shows Japan too has great coffee spots if you know where to look! Cafecito is my favorite form of coffee. Cuban espresso really gets you going for the day

[@SupremeLeaderKimJong-un]

I saw two coffee lovers arguing the other day. It was a very heated debate.

[@iman9025]

your videos give me a strong feeling of positive energy,,,,, Thanks

[@andreeandi]

This one has been particularly touching to me ☺️ I’m from Central America, and it has been a very beautiful surprise finding out that Guatemala’s 🇬🇹 and Costa Rica’s 🇨🇷 coffee ☕️ appeared in this video ☺️ Although I would also add my country’s one 😉 (El Salvador 🇸🇻 has also a good coffee), I cannot deny the fact that each of them has their own characteristics that make them unique and special ☺️ thank you for showing this ☺️I have definitely taken notes for visiting those places (and as a coffee lover ☕️ I would definitely try to do the entire rout hehe ☺️) Kind regards from this side of the Pacific Ocean 🌊 ☺️🙌🏽

[@rebeccawong1]

U made me feel like back to Japan again, thank you. I miss her so so much, soooo so much 😢

[@Texxet11]

I really loved Cafe Rostro in Shibuya. I liked the approach of them making coffee and grinding the beans right there for you.

[@carissamecana]

Ahhhh so good to know. I'm such a coffee person. Thanks a ton! Hope you and the fam are doing great!

[@lynhayata9024]

Wow! Japanese coffee !!! I love it! and Happy Valentine’s Day!

[@dirtcreature3d]

Awesome video man! Been waiting for this one for a while haha I would love to see a craft beer guide next!

[@AnitaRutKristjans]

Great video as always! Would love to see a similar video just for tea 😊

[@CoreyMS23]

Bought the jacket you’re wearing on the weekend after seeing you wear it in your last vid, perfect for the freezing weather we’re having in the UK this week!

[@hanabe09]

Hi Paolo. I like how you create the narrative of each video you released. You are my inspiration in creating the youtube channel for my daughter. Please continue to create informative videos..

[@dennistani1986]

Paolo, great video, thank you!! Here in okinawa, we have some local coffee shops like these, and they are all very good.

[@hl4245]

Good to see you back. Hope all's good.

[@aude8518]

AH! So happy you had some Costa Rican coffee. I am from there and their coffee is one of the best!

[@afiqad4060]

Wow this coffee shops look so fancy and I like the vibes

[@learningmadsway2859]

Definitely checking these places out when we are able to go! I'll drink coffee... even though I don't anymore lol

[@GSXR750]

Great coffee shop choices! Onibus, I love their coffee! I met the head roaster last year when he was visiting Korea during Wicker Park's grand opening.

[@nstupa]

Thanks for sharing these great spots 👍🏻

[@kerensatilley830]

So happy to see you out and about again 🥰

[@chibacat1234]

I live in Tokyo but go out so little I had no idea Harajuku station renewal was done... Thanks for making me virtually rediscovering my own city!

[@abuabdullah7701]

Awesome !! Looks so tasty wanna try it at this part of the night 4:15 am ❤️

[@shomst7904]

Hey what's up Paolo, because of your videos, I want to visit Japan! Please keep up the amazing work.

[@RyanZview]

Really enjoyed this video!