20 recommended cafes in the Kamakura area where you can relax!

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Bills Shichirigahama is a popular spot where you can enjoy great pancakes while looking out over the Shonan coast.

It also has pet-friendly terrace seating, making it easy to stop by during a walk or drive.

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It is open from Breakfast through dinner, and some customers stop by just for the cafe.

The signature "ricotta pancakes - fresh banana, honeycomb butter" are said to have a soft and airy texture, with a great balance of ricotta cheese and honeycomb butter.

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For drinks, they offer items like the kuro goma vanilla shake (black sesame vanilla shake) as well as blended juices made with fruit and vegetables.

The stylish coffee drinks with latte art are also recommended. Be sure to try one with your café break.

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CHABAKKA TEA PARKS is a Japanese tea select shop where you can also stop in for a cafe visit, about a 1-minute walk from the west exit of JR Kamakura Station and Enoden Kamakura Station.

The tea leaf aroma fills the interior, which has counter and table seating. On nice days, the terrace seats look especially pleasant.

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The Japanese tea at this shop is limited to ichibancha (the first flush tea of the year) selected from around Japan and organic single origin tea.

The photo shows self serve mizudashi ryokucha (cold brewed green tea), a draft tea poured from a beer server.

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They also serve carefully hand-dripped cups at Chabakka Tea Parks, where you can enjoy tea in a whole new way.

They also offer original gluten-free sweets, including rich pound cake made with hojicha (roasted green tea) and matcha (powdered green tea).

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Kamakura Sabo Charin is a cafe where you can casually enjoy authentic nihoncha (Japanese tea) brewed by a Japanese tea sommelier.

Inside, there are counter seats and a tatami zashiki (Japanese-style seating area) where you take off your shoes, giving the place a Japanese atmosphere.

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The tea leaves are selected from different parts of Japan in a lineup that makes the most of this Japanese tea specialty shop’s strengths.

By adjusting the amount and temperature of the water and the brewing time to match the characteristics of the tea leaves, they make each cup the best it can be.

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The sweets served alongside tea are called chagashi (tea sweets), and at this shop you can enjoy an item that changes with the season and from day to day.

Among them, the recommended choice is jounamagashi (fresh seasonal wagashi), small Japanese sweets that express Japan’s four seasons. It looks like a great place to enjoy a grown-up tea time with Japanese tea.

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WITH KAMAKURA is a renovated kominka (traditional Japanese house) cafe set in a gassho-zukuri (traditional Japanese architectural style) house that was relocated from Shirakawa-go in Gifu Prefecture.

Reviews also say the 220-year-old beams, full of character, and the view of the green garden are soothing. In addition to the cafe, it is a multi-use facility with a gallery and workspace.

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Lunches made with local ingredients such as Kamakura yasai (Kamakura vegetables) and house made sweets are popular.

Among the sweets, the popular carrot cake is said to pair spices nicely with the tang of cream cheese.

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Among the drinks, they also offer smoothies from Shizen Remedy, developed to make it easy to bring the power of nature into your daily life.

They also serve coffee that pairs well with the homemade mascarpone ice cream cake, which has a nice nutty aroma and texture.

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Parfaiteria Lilia is a cafe specializing in parfaits, produced by a French Italian restaurant in Kamakura.

Reviews say it usually operates as a different restaurant and opens as Parfaiteria only on days when that restaurant is closed, so it is a good idea to check the business days in advance.

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This is a seasonal parfait that you can only enjoy for a limited time before the season ends. Made with a wide variety of ingredients, the parfait offers different flavors, textures, and aromas in each layer.

Its three-dimensional, artistic look is part of the appeal.

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The parfaits come in regular or mini sizes, and in addition to A la carte, the drink set is also popular.

The lunch parfait course is also recommended, with salad and fresh hand cut pasta made from ingredients Special selected by the chef, including vegetables from Kamakura and Miura.

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BRISKSTAND KAMAKURA is popular for its hamburgers made with carefully selected ingredients and cooking methods, and besides Kamakura, it now has locations in Tokyo, Osaka, and other areas.

The space has a natural feel, with wood used throughout, including log stools. It seems like a handy spot to take a break or stop by for a cafe visit while exploring Kamakura.

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The specialty is a menu item called "Kitta Yatsu," which, just as it looks, is a hamburger cut in half.

By letting the cut side soak up the meat juices and then grilling it a second time, it brings out the juicy flavor of the meat along with the buns' soft and crispy texture.

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The menu also includes a simple classic series and standard cheeseburgers.

The hamburgers make the most of Special ingredients, including patties made with Domestic beef and Domestic natural salt with no binders, along with additive-free buns made with whole wheat flour.

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310 CAFE is located on Onari-dori, a street about 300 meters long in Kamakura’s so-called Ura-kama area.

Surfboards are used as interior decor, creating a stylish touch, and the atmosphere is casual and relaxed.

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For cafe time, the cake set that comes with a drink is recommended.

The baked cheesecake is said to be good, with a soft texture. They also offer apple pie and this month's cake.

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This Italian cafe also serves yoshoku (Japanese-style Western food), and its Kamakura yasai (Kamakura vegetables) pasta and plate menus are also well regarded.

The photo shows the "Kamakura yasai peperoncino," packed with chunky vegetables. The aroma of garlic makes it easy to finish in no time, too.

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Cafe Restaurant Kadoya Terrace is a hidden cafe restaurant tucked away in a quiet residential neighborhood, close to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu (Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine).

Inside a renovated kominka (traditional old house), you can enjoy authentic Italian food and dolci.

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The “purin a la mode (Japanese custard pudding à la mode)” in the photo is said to be made with a firm pudding that adds to its retro feel.

Purin a la mode, topped with pudding, fruit, and cream, is a Japan-born dessert that became a classic at old-school kissaten (Japanese coffee shops).

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For dessert after the meal, the tiramisu is also recommended. It goes exceptionally well with slightly bitter coffee.

As for drinks, in addition to coffee, they also offer tea options such as black tea.

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Kamakura Winery Wine Shop & Cafe Domaine Natsume is a cafe restaurant attached to a winery. It offers a grown-up, luxurious way to spend time, enjoying cake or lunch with wine.

The interior facing the street is bright, with stylish art and modern design.

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The "Wine & Cake Set" is a menu item unique to this restaurant, pairing a house-made cake made with Hokkaido (Hokkaido) butter (one of today's cakes) with one glass of wine.

The "Carrot Cake" in the photo is said to have a light texture that makes it easy to eat.

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Their top recommendation is Kamakura Wine, made at this winery from budo (grapes) grown in Kamakura.

For drinks, they also offer hand-dripped coffee made with beans selected by the owner.

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Located in Yuigahama, Kamakura, umi cafe is a homey place that is easy for families to visit.

With its natural look and relaxing atmosphere, it brings to mind a seaside neighborhood cafe.

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Starting with the jika-sei anzu soda (house-made apricot soda), the fruity drinks are popular. The jika-sei remoneedo (house-made lemonade) is also said to be refreshing, with both sweetness and acidity.

When you want to relax, the warm black tea and herbal tea served in pots also seem like a good choice.

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Kakigori (shaved ice), made by pouring syrup over finely shaved ice, is a cold dessert that is a must for summer in Japan.

Many people order it here from spring to summer. The fluffy textured ice and house made syrup with a real fruit taste are said to be excellent.

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Drop In is a cafe and dining spot along National Route 134, which runs by the Shonan coast. It looks like a great place to take a break while driving or strolling along the seaside.

From the seats, you can enjoy the view of Zaimokuza Kaigan (Zaimokuza Beach). On calm weather days, be sure to try the open terrace where you can feel the sea breeze.

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Fruit delivered from farmers is used in the desserts. The "seasonal fruit dessert assortment" and sweets centered on apples are especially popular.

The "Okan no Apple Pie" has a nostalgic Homemade taste passed down from the farmers' mothers, they say.

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They also have the Zeitaku Ringo Parfait, loaded with apples from Makiroku Noen. As you eat, the parfait changes in both flavor and texture, so you can enjoy it without getting tired of it.

For drinks, they also offer the Obuse Sanchoku Noko Ringo Juice, which reviews say is simply sweet and delicious.

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Located a little way in from Onari-dori (Onari Street), Cafe Kamakura Bigaku is a hideaway-like spot loved by local regulars.

By day, it works mainly as a lunch cafe, and at night, you can enjoy it as a bar with a glass of wine in hand.

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The food centers on Spanish cuisine, with a multinational lineup that also includes dishes from Portugal and Turkey, as well as creative options with original twists.

"Bigaku Curry" served at lunchtime is a South America style chicken soup curry.

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The lunch menu includes today's lunch plate, which comes with two popular side dishes and a salad.

There are also healthy, body-friendly dishes such as the "vegan mix plate," which is served with an assortment of vegetables.

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Wa Cafe Tsumugi Kamakura Ten is a Japanese modern cafe near the third torii gate of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu (Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine), blending into Kamakura’s atmospheric streetscape.

With its clean and calm space, it looks like a great place to relax over a Japanese breakfast or lunch, or while enjoying Japanese sweets.

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This afternoon tea set lets you compare a variety of sweets, beautifully arranged as an assortment in a basket.

The separate plate of 5-color monaka (wafer sandwiches) is filled with items like matcha ice cream and tsubuan (chunky sweet red bean paste), and you can only enjoy it as part of the afternoon tea set.

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The drinks that pair perfectly with these Japanese sweets are rich in both aroma and flavor, created in collaboration with a nihoncha senmonten (Japanese tea specialty shop) with a 160-year history.

They also recommend original latte style drinks, including the “matcha jelly latte” with special jelly made from tea leaves.

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DRESSY CAFE KAMAKURA is a popular cafe where you can enjoy a relaxing time in a space surrounded by flowers while having drinks and food.

Inside, the white-based interior is decorated with dresses and flowers, creating an elegant and cute atmosphere. Every seat comes with power outlets and Wi-Fi, so it is also convenient when you want to unwind and enjoy the cafe mood.

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You can order a wide variety of food and sweets, including limited-time fair menu items and acai bowls made with beauty and health in mind.

The Korean-born croffle, made by baking croissant dough in a waffle maker, is also popular.

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The drinks include colorful and beautiful original blended teas in red, yellow, green, and other shades. A nice point is that each one has a different flavor and different benefits you can expect.

They also have a wide selection of (assorted varieties available) drinks, including fruity and sweet frappes.

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Cafe&Restaurant EGAO is a kominka (traditional Japanese house) cafe and restaurant located in the Shinoda Residence, a Kamakura City Important Landscape Building.

The gentle warmth of the wood and the view of the garden create a relaxing space. It also has counter seats, sofa seats, and terrace seats, making it suitable for many kinds of visits.

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The basuku chiizukeeki (Basque cheesecake) is said to be rich and fragrant, yet refined in sweetness.

They also offer ryokucha no tiramisu (green tea tiramisu), made with Japanese ingredients such as castella sponge soaked with green tea and kuromitsu (brown sugar syrup). During tea time, you can order a cafe set that comes with a drink.

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For drinks, the recommended choice is the “jika-sei hachimitsu lemon squash (homemade honey lemon squash).” The tartness of the lemon and the refreshing fizz of the soda are said to pair well with both lunch dishes and sweets.

Other popular lunch menu items include the thick-cut “jika-sei bacon steak (homemade bacon steak)” and a peperoncino with a nice kick of sansho (Japanese pepper), made with shirasu (whitebait) from Kamakura.

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The3rd.Kamakura is a stylish beach resort-style cafe on Komachi-dori, a street lined with many shops including souvenir stores and restaurants, featuring furniture selected by the owner.

Among the seating options, there is also a sofa area that can be used by groups and is available by reservation only.

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The "Fruit-Topped Acai Bowl" is a cold dessert that you can enjoy with a refreshing taste from the acai smoothie and fruit.

They also offer items like the "French Toast Parfait," and for a sweet dessert, their specially developed authentic coffee seems like a great match.

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The popular dish is the "drinkable Hamburger Steak," supervised by a famous meat restaurant and featured in the media.

It is said to be juicy and tender, filled with the rich flavor of A5 rank kuroge wagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu). You can choose either demi-glace sauce or cheese sauce for the seasoning.

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Plough is a kominka (traditional Japanese house) cafe with lodging for just one group per day and an attached sauna.

Located in a quiet residential area at the end of an alley, it has a comfortable feel thanks to its stylish Japanese modern interior and lovely garden.

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Gluten free desserts made with Japanese ingredients and a focus on preserving their flavors.

At lunch, the signature dish is an upgraded chazuke called a "dashi bowl," made by pouring siphon brewed dashi over rice sourced from contracted farmers.

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For drinks, they offer nihoncha (Japanese tea) with production regions Special selected from places like Miyazaki and Fukuoka.

Along with pairings for sweets, the "Organic Light Roast Coffee," created to go well with the dashi in the meal menu, is also popular.

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Nishimikado have cafe has a bright, stylish interior wrapped in a warm atmosphere, making it a relaxing place to unwind.

Though it is relatively compact, there are counter seats, sofa seats, and wood-deck-style terrace seating.

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At Nishimikado have cafe, you can stop by for Breakfast, lunch, or cafe time.

From fall to winter, their tsubo-yaki imo (pot-roasted sweet potatoes) are especially popular. They offer many varieties, with differences in texture and sweetness, from fluffy types to sticky ones.

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The coffee here is a point of pride. The “Ethiopia Mocha Nekemte” is said to be fruity, with mellow acidity and rich sweetness.

For juice drinks, the top pick is the cream soda, made with seven colorful sodas and topped with vanilla ice cream and a rice flour cookie.

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Sbar (Esubaru) is right in front of Shichirigahama Station, so you can get there without getting lost.

This is an osteria and wine bar that serves homemade fresh pasta lunch dishes and organic wine by the glass, along with (assorted varieties available) alcoholic drinks.

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It is used not only for tea time during the brighter hours of the day, but also as a night cafe after dinner or after drinks.

The coffee lineup includes "blend coffee," brewed by drip, and "cafe latte," which is said to have the rich body of a dark roast blend.

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A recommended sweet is the basuku chiizu (Basque cheesecake), which reviews say is rich and unforgettable.

In particular, the luxurious "Basque Cheesecake 3-Flavor Set," which lets you compare plain, matcha, and kuro goma (black sesame) flavors, is popular.

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VITA DI OGNI GIORNO is a little hidden gem of a cafe bar on the basement level of a building, despite its busy location near Tsurugaoka Hachimangu and along Wakamiya Oji.

It looks like an easy place to drop by alone or with friends and casually enjoy sweets, lunch, or alcohol.

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The "French Toast" is an authentic dish baked in a skillet. The rich butter aroma is great, and toppings like the ones in the photo (for an extra charge) are a nice touch.

The owner’s Homemade dishes also include lunch options such as "Napolitan" made with Homemade sauce.

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For hot coffee, they also offer the Cafe Mocha, known for its sweetness and depth, and for iced coffee, the Espresso Peach, whose unexpected flavor is said to be addictively good.

After lunchtime, you can also enjoy the owner’s carefully crafted neru-drip (cloth filter drip) coffee.