A refined new addition to Tokyo’s coffee scene, Kuro Mame in Kamiyacho is changing how we appreciate coffee. The serene space can be thought of more as a tasting room than a café, with cosy seating and a minimalist four-seat counter where you can try coffee 'omakase' style.
While you can grab a drink from their takeaway window at an accessible price point, it’s worth reserving a seat inside for the full omakase experience. Here, baristas curate the perfect coffee to suit your taste or mood. The dine-in area is by reservation only and coffees start from around ¥4,000. It’s not an everyday stop for a quick caffeine fix, but a special opportunity to savour some of the world’s finest specialty coffee, handpicked by World Brewers Cup-winning barista and owner Emi Fukahori.
Kuro Mame was started by Fukahori and fellow barista Mathieu Theis, who also run a handful of cafés in Switzerland and a roastery that supplies coffee around Asia and the US. The Tokyo outpost is their first location outside Switzerland, offering a curated selection of beans roasted in-house – many of which are used in world brewing championships. There are around 15 varieties available, all exclusive to Kuro Mame Tokyo and sourced directly from producers.
For reservations, visit the website.