The Best Coffee Shops in Tokyo

[@tokunaga432]

Martina gets more beautiful with every video and Simon even more handsome. These two are a rare combo of both inner and outer beauty. ProudNastie right here!

[@paulinal9609]

I was just going to comment that! Like honestly the core beauty of the bubble scene blew me away (no pun intended)

[@wasabi.2839]

Living proof that the outside matches the inside.

[@eatyourkimchi]

That’s very lovely of you to say. We’ve kept photos from our entire relationship, and I think Martina just keeps looking better each year. I’m a lucky man to be with her, and I let her know as often as I can (without making her uncomfortable!)

[@kirstenpaff8946]

I don't drink coffee, but this video was worth watching for the footage of Martina playing with bubbles.

[@xxOpheliac]

and that shiba puppy

[@how_about_naw]

Martina is just pure sunshine 😁

[@Rose_from_UK]

But does bubbles wife know? (Sorry, I have a crap sense of humour)

[@_skykix]

I don't like pure coffee but when I do I like to do 90% diabetes, 5% coffee, and 5% bubbles

[@emilysiemens4559]

haha me too, I'm just here for the aesthetic! I like the smell but after all these years trying I still don't like the taste of coffee at all. But give me the Hot Chocolate and I'm gonna melt! :D

[@feasted3870]

The quality of this video is superb. you guys are masters of matching music to the feeling you want the viewers feel. The excitement, calmness..... I feel all of it. How do you guys do it?

[@eatyourkimchi]

Thank you!

[@echoedinnocence]

How do they do it? With lots of coffee. 😂 **Ba dum tsss**

[@HUOGoofballs]

Practice. No really, they have made SO many videos. 10 years worth and counting!

[@eatyourkimchi]

To answer your question a bit, it’s Martina that handles the music. We both have an idea of pacing, of where we want the video to go, of when one scene goes on for too long and needs to be undermined. It’s something we consider a lot. And many times we have great scenes we cut because we don’t want to drag anything out.

[@feasted3870]

Thank you for the reply. All your hard work doesn't go unnoticed. All the small decisions you guys make really is a work of art in the end.

[@rowzeeistyra]

Don't judge Martina anyone will fall for bubbles, Simon!!

[@wrencouture297]

Bubbles are my kryptonite.

[@lavendermenace8078]

Holy crap guys. I'm overwhelmed by how amazing this video is. I think this is my new favourite video of yours. It's educational, adorable, aestheticly pleasing, the editing and the music you guys chose for the different parts, the lighting, the outfits you were wearing, im speachless. The ideas you guys come up with are incredibly original and wholesome and the execution is next level. I have no idea how you guys keep on creating even better content but I'm not complaining one bit.

[@dodger2051]

3:16 the little girl looking in awe at Martina's bubbles wears a dress that says "Everything is magical" in French. Seems appropriate :)

[@christinabee3044]

I’ve never had coffee in my life, but you can bet I joyfully watched every second of this video because you guys are so much fun to ‘hang out’ with every time you upload!

[@TheTerrorofDeath1215]

I’ve recently subbed to you guys and I’ve binged a lot of your videos and what I’ve learned so far is to basically eat and drink at all the restaurants at kichijoji. XD

[@eatyourkimchi]

Just stay there and eat everything it’s great here :)

[@TheTerrorofDeath1215]

Simon and Martina hopefully within a few years I’ll be able to go :)

[@green7600]

I’m the same,I recently found this channel and have binged their vids DAILY 😅

[@anni3_x532]

I LOVE MARTINA'S HAIR AND THE NECKLACE IS SO DAMN CUTE

[@ActualJo]

RIGHT? Getting serious Viking vibes from the braids.

[@eatyourkimchi]

NOTIFICATION SQUAD! Hello there! If you didn't make it to the Premiere, please let me know: how do you drink your coffee?

[@lissyraccoon794]

Simon and Martina i don’t lol

[@joannachen7719]

black - no sugar, no cream. Occasionally a mocha if I want to wash the sleepiness away

[@cararose720]

out at a cafe: cappuccino, extra foam

[@shinichiren5110]

Hot with lavender syrup and french vanilla creamer, and sometimes with a dash of extra heavy cream ~

[@cookies01811]

Dark roast with Milk and sugar in my coffee husband like light roast black

[@franvdf]

OG MUSIC!!! Awwwwwwwww!! Thank you for continuing to include those audio Easter eggs! Love all the music you choose, but there is a specific Simon and Martina feel to the ol' music you composed.

[@thegoodbyegirl27]

FranFTW omg yes I felt all warm and fuzzy hearing it. More please

[@DQABlack]

+

[@gigi-sp4ct]

Yes the music took me back to the beginning!! such a warm feeling!💜

[@soshiangel90]

I came here to scream about the music too!!!!! I'm bouncing my chair at the WANK music!!!!

[@guillermovargas8564]

Yeah. I love their old music too!!! When I have KZbin in autoplay as soon as I hear that music I know Simon and Martina channel is on!

[@satinstitch2802]

The care you put into the editing, the filming, the music combined with your amazing personalities really make you some of my favourite KZbinrs, and makes me want to go back to Tokyo to discover much more stuff.

[@cararose720]

That WANK music soothes my tired brain! *automatically sings and waves head to music*

[@joselabrana3163]

I love that even you knew those places, it is always kind of a new adventure. It gaves me like energy for my day... Because I just woke up and your video was up, and I love watching your videos before I get up. Its my warm and fluffy moment laying in bed with my phone playing your videos. Saludos desde Chile💕🇨🇱

[@taintedcrimson]

Secret Coffee!! I love everything about this video, from your passion for coffee to Martina adorably enjoying the bubbles. Thank you for sharing these adventures with us and making me want a cup of coffee at 9pm. (I take mine with a bit of sweet creamer usually, but soy lattes are my weakness. I wonder if there are many coffee shops in Japan with non-dairy milks...)

[@reliev33]

did i miss the name of this secret coffee place? I even rewound the video :)

[@breannaennis1442]

I am seriously appreciative of the 'stop and smell the roses' moments throughout this video. My soul is so warm and glowy!

[@cheeryheart7487]

I have an appointment soon and I’m very anxious about it, this video really calmed me down. Thank you so much for your lovely videos 💕

[@heyheyybonaaann]

I hope it goes well for you!

[@cheeryheart7487]

Thank you! It went great!

[@cheeryheart7487]

Thank you! It went great!

[@echoedinnocence]

❤️ I'm glad it went great for you!

[@andrewbond1378]

This has genuinely been one of my favourite video of yours guys!

[@eatyourkimchi]

Thank you so much! Took a surprisingly large amount of organization to get it done haha so I'm happy how it turned out in the end :)

[@funkmasterchung1]

This is still one of my favorite EYK videos (at least of the Japan saga of your lives) and I can’t wait to be able to visit Japan again and try some of these places. Love you both and I am excited to see where both of your paths go as you start walking your own individual journey. 💕

[@sirajalmoarawi5532]

POEM in Nakano is hands down the BEST coffee shop in all of Japan! The ambience is impeccable, like you've walked into a vortex and was transferred to the 1900s!

[@Alice_Walker]

We are from Melbourne so it's practically a clause of our residency that we're hardcore coffee snobs. We are arriving in Tokyo tomorrow. I was so excited to see this video pop up! Thank you!! ☕✨

[@MoxieBeast]

Everything in Japan looks so cool 😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️

[@boshanan1]

Moxie Beast ASMR except the social life and how people look at you .

[@astroboy3507]

Moxie Beast ASMR but it is!!!!

[@pais5231O1]

Whoop i have gone to 4/6 coffee shops mentioned in this video! The yoyogi one was really nice but I could only stalker pics as they were a no photo place

[@bellairawan3592]

Katheri Ahmed OMG I AGREE 10000000% WITH YOU!!! The xenophobe is real

[@Meowchan78]

Moxie Beast ASMR and expensiveeee 😔😔

[@mary27606]

This has become my go-to for destressing. The bubbles, the music, the rain, the bikes, your voices, the brewing-- just beautiful. I love this one.

[@xx0124xx]

Martina playing with the bubbles, the little tiny mushrooms in the shrine... gosh this video made me so happy

[@izzyincandescent]

Little Nap is so good! Coming from Melbourne, I've got high standards for my espresso coffee and this place delivered. Best part was getting the coffee on a Sunday morning and then heading over to the dog run at Yoyogi park to watch all the doggos play. I'm going back to Japan next month and this video has got me so excited! Definitely going to hit up Frankie this time around.

[@AmaraInSeattle]

I love Melbourne... what coffee shops do you recommend there? (I hope to return again for VidCon 2019)

[@izzyincandescent]

My favourite is Axil Coffee Roasters, they've got a few locations and I think there is one right in the CBD, so perfect if you're coming in for Vidcon!

[@AmaraInSeattle]

Isabella King excellent ~ thx for the tips. If you’re ever in Seattle ~ let me know... we’ve got some coffee too ☕️😎

[@nhiko7028]

Martina's stylish red Adidas outfit made it into this video. I adore that Build A Ladder denim jacket since I know you got it from the Melbourne event!!

[@mousefetish]

Martina and the bubbles! I legit just teared up. I'm so happy to see you so happy, sweetheart!

[@tiacavanagh3773]

I am absolutely obsessed with this! When I was in Tokyo I kind of just went anywhere for coffee because I have no idea where to look but now I wanna head back and do everything that you guys put up on KZbin. Like man you guys are so awesome!!

[@sharonosburn9028]

Great video. I can tell that you two put alot of work into this video. Awesome work guys.😍❤☕🍵

[@jasminebest656]

Does this mean you’ve revealed your secret coffee place? I never thought id see the day!!

[@eatyourkimchi]

It’s about time we shared it with you all! Hopefully we’ll see some new faces there next time we go :D

[@alisonmartin7586]

This is probably the best video I have ever seen talking about coffee and the joys of different coffees. Thank you for putting the time and effort into this video. It truly shows how much you care and love coffee.

[@ArtFromAurora]

Martina playing with bubbles is one of the purest things ever!

[@hahaitsjuju]

It's 5am at work and coffee is my lifeblood right now.

[@leneay9]

aw so cute when all the kids gathered around martina's bubbles!

[@Ellie-nj6zl]

I love finding new things and sharing them, and i love that you guys love finding cool things and sharing them💜 Coffee shop are my absolute favorite things to seek out. I'm a university student, so I love finding new cafes in NY with good coffee and a good atmosphere that I can and work in (so if anyone in needs recommendations, I'm ya girl).

[@PeachMilky_]

I just got a lemon square from Frankie's over the weekend and it was LIFE CHANGING!

[@eatyourkimchi]

They are super good right? The banana bread warmed up with their Chai in the winter is DEEEEEELIGHTFUL!

[@valjayC]

How exciting, don’t think I ever got to see a video as it prepared to premiere. Not a coffee drinker but it’s interesting to see what coffee traditions and routines are like around the world.

[@elizabethc7696]

same!

[@staceyh2917]

YAY OLD MUSIC!!! SO CATCHY LOVE ITTTT!!

[@mariewinchester7790]

I love coffee and I am FINALLY heading to Japan next week (child dream coming true), so I definitely have to try some of the coffee shops. By the way: I really loved the editing this time. Mostly, because you also showed sth. different and casual in between.

[@ellet2151]

THE SONG IS BACK!!!!! So happy to hear the happy tune again and to see Simon and Martina go out and enjoy something they love. They both inspire me so much to keep trying to build my ladder. Definitely needed this vid to get through the day. Keep being awesome!

[@seiashun]

You guys really edited this video into something magical! Entertaining, informative (going to Tokyo in a week!), but so very calming. It really felt like we were able to join you guys on your adventures. And all the nostalgic eyk music! You really outdid yourselves with this one ♡

[@maryHK852]

basically I'm finally getting to go to tokyo in december and I have a list of places I want to go to because of simon and martina. I love you guys and I've been following you guys for almost 8 years. (I wanted that to sound less creepy omg) But thank you for giving me so much inspiration for places to go during my free time on my study tour. Love you guys! thank you for helping me build my ladder!

[@msj5492]

I love the pure joy Martina gets from little things like bubbles and after watching this I was inspired to go get some bubbles and let me tell you, I remembered why I loved them so much as a child. The simple things in life, thanks for a rung on my ladder today.

[@BJ247259]

Awww seeing Martina with the bubbles made me feel so good inside. She looked so happy and relaxed. It just made my day.

[@leeflesher3688]

SOOOO EXCITED!! It brightens my day to watch your videos and listen to the popcast in the morning on my way to school. It’s my building a ladder moment to start the morning off right!

[@_matti_1797]

Watching coffee being brewed is so relaxing to me, especially when it’s done like they do it at the Secret location Cafè

[@ellzbef]

The aesthetics of the video and the vibe of all the different coffee shops would make any non-coffee drinker to be coffee drinker.. I realized how much I love coffee. Thank you Simon and Martina!!!!

[@Romensir]

As a former barista this video makes me so happy. It was fun and educational and I felt like I was coming along an adventure with you guys

[@kamanama3671]

Just like a second cup of coffee watching this twice made it even better thank you so much for loading up another video it's great to see y'all again still awesome as always feeling pretty perky now take care see you soon

[@Pretties4alice]

Well i done a coffee tour once, and i drank every sample they had, not sipped, finished cup haha, well needless to say i was off the walls, and shaking i was so high. That night i felt myself come down, it was freaky, like a huge wave fell over me, i had to sit down and ride it out.. it was the best day haha

[@claireh1668]

I am an avid tea drinker, but I do love the smell of coffee... wouldn't mind a cup once in a while.

[@chenjunnn]

i fell asleep watching martina playing with the bubbles... that's how calming it is.

[@taika1795]

Oh man I am so glad i can be at home for this!!! YAS. I love you guys so much, you always make me smile for the rest of the day! I dont like coffee and dont drink it but i dont care, your enthusiastism for life and what you love is always so catching.

[@sacrefrenchie2132]

thank you so much for looking out for those of us who don't drink coffee! I love it but found out I'm caffeine intolerant recently so this fills me with hope!

[@asenethluna703]

I don't know why,but Martina blowing bubbles made me cry, it was so hearth warming scene, so so lovely...

[@CatalinaCNV]

As a Colombian, this video just touched my soul. Thank you for loving coffee so much!

[@drrrrvz]

The secret coffee shop!!!!! I'm so excited rn never thought u guys would share lol! I hv no choice but just go and visit it this weekend!!! My go-to coffee is latte but I really enjoy good high quality black coffee! I often find the coffee in Japan too acidic for my taste but gonna try all of your recommendations! Thanks so much coffee snobs! ❤️

[@lyenta]

Love this video!! Sounds like Tokyo has some amazing special coffees too :D. Earlier this year I was in Vietnam (Hoi An) where they had egg coffee. It sounds weird but it is super jummy. It's thicker than normal coffee creamy and super sweet! Also their coconut coffee and ice coffees where to die for😍

[@YokoFujioka]

the aura when martina was messing with the bubbles was so loving UGH

[@GhostOfNate]

The bubble section is IMPORTANT! happy to see Martina feeling good♥️ thank you for including it♥️

[@MarkandMarie]

I feel like we need an anticipatory theme for these.

[@soluna6877]

Thanks for jumpstarting my day! Was lying in bed hitting the snooze button and then I got notified about the premiere. I figured I could fit in my workout just before and managed to run home in time! Love the bubbles, doggies, and coffee pour-overs :). I'm not a coffee drinker but tried a new coffee place the other day serving fizzy pear almond coffee :O! My friends hated it but I kinda liked it! I would really love to see you try tea tasting/tea ceremony since, as Uncle Iroh says, it's not just hot leaf juice!!! *side-eyes Simon* JK - much love to you both and thanks for helping me build my ladder today!

[@TRC32]

“The Hongdae of Tokyo” 😂😂 Nice to see Korea still lives on in the hearts of Martina and Simon

[@glitteryhunchback]

as a fellow coffee snob erm lover??? this video warmed my heart; i'll remember forever the first time i went to elephant factory coffee in kyoto and what it made me feel, the vibe of the place, those moments are truly unique and there's such a sense of wonder when it comes to certain coffee shops in japan because they are a little secluded and feel like little treasures we were meant to find. anyway sorry i'm getting lyrical but i just wanted to say how much i appreciated this video, the quality of the image, your humor and the editing too. thank you guys xx

[@illiteratefr0g]

I now demand a Martina bubble break in EVERY video.

[@s.c.o.r.p.i.o.n.i.c]

I really want to visit the last place the most, that man looks so happy doing what he loves passionately. Great video 👏🏻❤️

[@doseofsweetness603]

I love it when they take us to their favourite shops in Japan! It gives me places to go whenever I do visit Japan. Thanks Simon and Martina!!

[@salsmith9305]

Ahaha, I was watching Martina explain her coffee tasting set with closed captioning and I looked away for a minute just to return to Martina playing with bubbles in a field, I love this channel

[@Mugipiano]

Excited 💜

[@SailorGamer]

=)

[@gabylina35712]

I should be doing homework, this looks way more interesting. And yes! Our Colombian coffee is amazing!! You guys should come here!! 🇨🇴🇨🇴🇨🇴

[@friendlyghost2927]

Martina playing with bubbles was the sweetest thing

[@smashleafinch8733]

Omg the bubbles part gave me goose bumps and I wanted to cry, Simon loves her so much and it's so beautiful😍😭😍😭

[@MrsInAbox]

You guise just keep stepping up your filming and editing and music game! I love me a good coffee anyway, but this vid was just so beautiful. ❤️

[@VelNightMare]

Gonna try to go to this coffee shop when I get to Japan in November. Love you, guise!!

[@amandawillis9144]

I love Martina's hair in this episode! The braid and shaved sides are giving me lifeeee.

[@Tahkoyakii]

Some may find Martina funny to be playing with bubbles, but I find it so beautiful :) I love it how she is enjoying things in life and finding happiness in the smallest things like bubbles (however those bubbles were pretty big haha). It makes me appreciate Martina and how she looks at life.

[@kittypaws4evas]

these are beautifully edited

[@bryansl0587]

I don’t even drink coffee, but you better believe that I’m tuning in!

[@fartzinwind]

I always appreciate the little things you two stop to record.

[@strhwaberry]

Simon and Martina, I've been going through a rough patch lately and you have no idea how much your videos help me. At the end of the day, after I've winded up, I've made it a habit to lay down and binge-watch your videos. Seeing you both happy and living your lives makes /me/ happy and kindles my motivation. Yesterday, after weeks of delay, I finally decided to make peace with fate and apply for my choice of University. People like both of you are so rare to find, you're one in a million. Don't ever change, guys.

[@Ninjozata]

Ahh I've so missed this recommendation style of video, thank you for sharing your expertise again guys~ :D

[@co0kii]

nooo I'm a fiend for coffee and Japan has such an amazing coffee scene. I'm a bit sad that I missed Little Nap because that was where our airbnb was! Yoyogi Hachiman was our closest station. Good to know there's lamingtons and banana bread in tokyo :)

[@etendemerel]

This video brightened up my day. You both have such wonderful, sincere personalities. Thank you

[@animegrilrocks]

Thank you. Watching your videos and watching you guys be happy makes me happy. You've really made my day even though I've been having a rough week. Take care and I'll try to enjoy life as much as you guys.

[@Strik3Fr33dom2]

Imo i feel that when you are walking and chance upon a shop, feel the vibe of the place, before you walk in. Chances are if you feel good about the place the place woild be good. It's a pity that when people head out they just follow reviews or recommdation and miss out on the little gems that are so much better than the mainstream places. Don't depend on recommendation that you see online, instead trust yourself and embrace what the country has to offer. Create a whole new experience yourself when you travel that differs from others.

[@onelittleorange6648]

Martina always looking cute as heck. I do find it interesting how different coffee can taste. Cool video

[@parkyunhee2461]

ahh the joy watching Simon and Martina's videos, soo artsy😍

[@MoonVerrtigo]

I really love how this video played out, the shots are so beautiful, it just flows so nicely and it’s so aesthetically pleasing. I love it!!

[@noeinroad7294]

I just saw the notification while having a morning cup at work! Now I wish I was home😫

[@zoeadler6706]

So happy NZ made it to Japan with cookietime 😂

[@henrygiff]

I hate coffee, but nothing could ever keep me from enjoying one of your videos, really just makes my day

[@sierraruiz4534]

I'm just so In love with your editing, it's unique, relaxing, informative, and fun. Everytime the instrumental sections play I can imagine myself there too, it's SO nice.

[@jasminebest656]

The secret hipster coffee place!! Everyone put on your linen shirts, throw that hair up into a man bun and meet me inside!!

[@Nemppameppa]

Why did I get the notification only now? ;-; ~☆ Love you guys ^w^ I have been listening to your podcasts lately on spotify while drawing and studying and I REALLY enjoy them. And they make me laugh at the most random times when people are watching, it's hilarious. :" D

[@eatyourkimchi]

Ah! I'm sorry you missed the Premiere. We also mention them on Twitter and Instagram, if you follow us there :D

[@Nemppameppa]

@@eatyourkimchi unfortunately I'm not that big on social media anymore because of the stress it may cause, so KZbin notifications are all I can rely on :"D

[@sprayogo5792]

that 'ehm' when Simon pointed at Martina eating his hotdog was shuperrrr CUTEEEEEE

[@juliakocon7260]

I love seeing @simonandmartina getting excited and nerdy about coffee and other “little things!” It reminds me to take in every good, small thing and #buildaladder for that day and bad days in the future, and I can focus on those instead of all the bad things. Thank you both for putting out the content you do. I hope you both are doing well and loving on the Meemers! ♥️

[@PG-qn8od]

i love your videos, they are so entertaining and fun to watch ♥

[@sarahsahala5269]

I should be sleeping this is definitley worth staying up for :)

[@jennifer1623]

I commented on that past video asking if you would reveal the secret coffee shop...I'm so glad have a couple months to figure out how to get there and all the other shops you talked about!

[@VinaSash]

i'm not even a fan of coffee and i'm also not located in japan, but i still watch your videos because you 2 are the most loving and precious people in the world