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Tucked into a quiet residential lane in Nogata, Kumakarado occupies a 70-year-old kominka (traditional Japanese house) lovingly renovated by architect Michiya Nakanishi. Warm timber floors with underfloor heating, aged walls, and a small "edible garden" of loquat, grapes, and seasonal vegetables out front create an atmosphere straight out of a countryside grandmother's home. Open Sunday afternoons only, the cafe serves specialty single-origin coffee roasted in-house and pesticide-free Japanese teas, each paired with a homemade mini sweet. The name "kumakarado" is Miyako Island dialect for "starting from here" — a fitting spirit for this unhurried refuge in central Tokyo.
Address
6-chōme-40-19 Nogata, Nakano City, Tokyo 165-0027, Japan
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Hours
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Sunday
13:00 – 17:00
Features
Quiet solo visit or small gatheringWalk-in onlySundays only (13:00–17:00)Cash only70-year-old renovated traditional Japanese houseCozy grandmother's home atmosphereTable seating in traditional tatami-style roomsHouse-roasted specialty coffee & Japanese herbal teasNatural, health-conscious ingredientsHomemade sweets included with every drink
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Menu
* The menu was scanned by a user, not uploaded by the owner. There may be inaccuracies.
House-Roasted Coffee
Japanese Black Tea
Homemade Plum Syrup Drinks
Juices
House-Made Specialties
Homemade Sweets (included with drinks)
Workshops & Events (Recurring Programs)
House-Roasted Coffee
House-Roasted Coffee (Hot)
Single-origin specialty coffee beans sourced from red-clover, a dedicated coffee shop in Sangenjaya, roasted in-house at Kumakarado. Served hot with a homemade mini sweet on the side. Rich, aromatic, and carefully brewed.
¥550
House-Roasted Coffee (Iced)
The same specialty single-origin beans roasted in-house, served chilled over ice. Crisp and smooth with well-developed flavor. Comes with a homemade mini sweet.
¥550
Japanese Black Tea
Benifuuki Japanese Black Tea (Hot)
Pesticide-free Japanese black tea made from the Benifuuki cultivar, known for its high methylated catechin content and allergy-relief properties. Mild and aromatic with a gentle astringency. Served hot with a homemade mini sweet.
¥550
Benifuuki Japanese Black Tea (Iced)
Pesticide-free Japanese black tea made from the Benifuuki cultivar, served chilled over ice. Refreshing and lightly astringent with a clean finish. Served with a homemade mini sweet.
¥550
Benihikari Japanese Black Tea Milk Tea
Japanese black tea made from the rare Benihikari cultivar, blended with fresh milk to create a smooth and comforting milk tea. Naturally sweet with a delicate floral note. Served with a homemade mini sweet.
¥550
Homemade Plum Syrup Drinks
Plum Syrup Hot Water
Homemade plum (ume) syrup diluted with hot water for a warming, gently sweet and tart drink. Made in-house from seasonal plums. Comes with a homemade mini sweet.
¥550
Plum Syrup with Milk or Soy Milk
Homemade ume plum syrup blended with your choice of cow's milk or soy milk. Creamy, mildly tangy, and naturally sweet — a gentle and nourishing option. Includes a homemade mini sweet.
¥550
Plum Syrup Sparkling Water
Homemade ume plum syrup topped with sparkling water for a refreshing, lightly sweet and tart fizzy drink. A perfect summer refreshment served with a homemade mini sweet.
¥550
Juices
100% Apple Juice
Pure, additive-free 100% apple juice. Clean, naturally sweet, and refreshing. Suited for guests of all ages. Comes with a homemade mini sweet.
¥550
100% Mandarin Orange Juice
Pure, additive-free 100% mandarin orange juice with a bright citrusy sweetness and light acidity. Naturally vibrant and refreshing. Served with a homemade mini sweet.
¥550
House-Made Specialties
Homemade Ginger Ale
House-made ginger ale prepared with fresh ginger and natural ingredients. Spicy, warming, and naturally effervescent — a specialty of the cafe. Pairs well with the mini sweet included.
¥550
Homemade Sweets (included with drinks)
Seasonal Baked Treat (mini)
A small homemade baked sweet served alongside every drink. Changes seasonally — may include cookies, financiers, or Japanese-inspired confections made with natural, additive-free ingredients.
¥Included with drink
Japanese-Style Confection (mini)
A seasonal Japanese-style sweet served as the accompaniment to your drink. Made in-house using traditional techniques and wholesome ingredients. Changes with the season.
¥Included with drink
Seasonal Homemade Cake
Homemade cake prepared with seasonal ingredients available on select Sundays. Made without artificial additives. Offered as a featured treat alongside the standard mini sweet.
¥Included with drink
House-Made Miso or Soy Sauce Sweets
Occasional sweets incorporating the café's own hand-crafted miso or soy sauce — a nod to Kumakarado's natural food workshops. Savory-sweet and deeply umami.
¥Included with drink
Workshops & Events (Recurring Programs)
Self-Shiatsu Yoga Workshop
Regular self-care bodywork sessions held in the traditional kominka space. Guided exercises combining elements of shiatsu and stretching to relax the body and mind. Separate registration required.
Okinawan Sanshin (Three-String Lute) Class
Regular lessons in the traditional Okinawan sanshin instrument held within the kominka. Beginners welcome. Reflects the owner's cultural ties to Okinawa and Miyako Island. Separate registration required.
Natural Food Fermentation Workshop
Hands-on workshops teaching traditional Japanese fermented food making, including miso paste, soy sauce, and pickled plums (umeboshi). Uses natural, additive-free methods passed down through generations. Held periodically.
Flower Arrangement Class
Flower arrangement classes held in the serene kominka setting. Open to beginners and casual enthusiasts alike. Classes are held periodically — check the schedule on the official website.
Baroque Concert & Music Events
Intimate live music performances — including classical baroque concerts and acoustic guitar seminars — hosted in the atmospheric kominka space. Regular events with ticketed admission. Check schedule online.
Kominka Space Rental
The entire kominka can be rented for small study groups, cultural events, performances, and workshops. Accommodates a small number of guests in a warm, intimate traditional setting. Inquire via the website contact form.