Cafes in the Kawagoe area! 13 stylish picks

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VANITOY BAGEL Kurazukuri Honten is a bagel specialty shop located in front of the Kawagoe Matsuri Kaikan in Kurazukuri no Machinami (traditional warehouse district), a popular sightseeing area in Kawagoe City.

The first floor is for sales, and the second floor has a cafe space. From the counter seats by the window, you can look out over Kurazukuri no Machinami.

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Many people seem to be surprised when they walk in and see the display case neatly lined with all kinds of bagels.

The space on the second floor is calm and cozy, with the warmth of wood. Some reviews also describe it as a hidden gem of a cafe where you can relax in peace away from the busy street.

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The bagels come in many kinds, from simple ones to those with spinach or corn mixed into the dough, and ones filled with vegetables or meat. Takeout is also available.

The bagels have a pleasantly chewy texture and are said to be quite filling. They also make a great lunch set with soup.

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Cafe & Dining Bar Kingyotei is a cafe located in Kawagoe’s Kurazukuri no Machinami (traditional warehouse district), near the Nakamachi intersection and next to a white kura-zukuri (traditional warehouse-style) soy sauce shop. Its concept is goldfish.

The cafe is a renovated old kura (storehouse), and inside, the high ceilings and warm wood interior create a cozy feel. Goldfish decorations are displayed throughout, and real goldfish also swim in the tanks.

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The signature drink is the “kingyobachi soda (goldfish bowl soda).” It is a juice drink with soda and lemon served in a clear glass modeled after a glass goldfish bowl.

It is popular for its cute look, with red goldfish-shaped kanten (agar jelly) inside that makes it look like goldfish are swimming. You can also choose the color of the soda, including blue, yellow, and pink.

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The popular kingyo-yaki (goldfish-shaped cake) features fish-shaped batter filled with anko (sweet red bean paste). They also offer a version with roasted sweet potato made from Kawagoe's local specialty satsumaimo (Japanese sweet potato) added inside.

They also have food items like fried cheese and potatoes. The Takeout menu, which is great for eating while walking around, is also well received.

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@FARM Cafe is a cafe in Imafuku, in the southwestern part of Kawagoe City, where homes and farmland sit side by side. It is run by a farm that grows vegetables and fruit with reduced pesticide use.

Next to the building that sells freshly harvested fruit and vegetables, there is a cafe space. It is said to have a natural feel, with a mix of brick and wood.

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You can enjoy dishes made with fresh vegetables and fruit harvested from the greenhouse right in front of the shop. They also offer picking experiences for strawberries and tomatoes.

Parfaits and crepes made with seasonal fruit are popular. They use wheat from Saitama Prefecture in the pancake batter.

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Pizza and pasta topped generously with negi (Japanese leek) grown on the farm are also popular. The pizza has a Japanese style flavor, seasoned with miso and mayonnaise.

You can also enjoy 100% tomato additive-free juice and coffee sourced from a local self-roasting coffee shop in Kawagoe City.

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WIRED KITCHEN Kawagoe Atre Maruhiro Ten is a cafe on the 3rd floor of the shopping center Atre Maruhiro, about a 1-minute walk from the East Exit of Kawagoe Station.

The concept of the shop is a neighborhood dining spot where even guests with children can feel at ease. The interior seems easy to use for all kinds of occasions, with table seating and sofa seating.

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They offer a wide variety of menu items, and one thing that stands out is that all of them are free of additives such as artificial coloring and artificial sweeteners, made with ingredients carefully raised by producers.

The patty in the Hamburger Steak is made with 100% Wagyu, and the Omurice uses highly nutritious eggs. There are also many colorful dishes on the menu.

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Sweets and coffee that are perfect for cafe time are also popular, along with the Kawagoe matcha latte made with tea leaves from Saitama Prefecture.

In the evening, you can also enjoy alcohol unique to Saitama, such as cocktails made with locally produced shochu (Japanese distilled spirit) and the craft beer Coedo Beer.

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MOANA cafe＆diner is located along Nibancho-dori, about a 6-minute walk from the East Exit of Kawagoe Station. It is well known for letting guests enjoy Hawaii-inspired creative dishes in a tropical atmosphere.

The interior is said to feature paintings inspired by Hawaii. The spacious terrace also has sofas, so you can relax and spend your time at ease.

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Their specialty is pancakes. They start making the batter by whipping egg whites only after an order comes in. People say the pancakes are light and airy.

The lunch menu comes with All you can eat pancakes. Since they are thin and only mildly sweet, some reviews say you can keep eating them one after another.

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They also offer a wide range of curry options. You can choose from "kuro-curry (black curry)," made with plenty of spices, and the spicy "aka-curry (red curry)," with your choice of toppings as well.

They also have a popular Banquet plan that comes with 7 dishes including steak and fresh spring rolls, plus All you can drink.

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CAFE ANDON is a quiet café located within the grounds of Senba Toshogu (Senba Toshogu Shrine), a sightseeing spot in Kawagoe and a nationally designated Important Cultural Property built in the 1600s.

The café has a natural feel with a mix of glass and wood. From inside, you can look out over the rich greenery of the shrine grounds.

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The food menu focuses on local ingredients. The popular hot sandwiches use bread baked by a bakery in Kawagoe City with wheat from Saitama Prefecture.

They also source vegetables from local farmers. You can also enjoy a pleasant lunch on the terrace seats.

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The signature carrot cake. They make it with carrots from Kawagoe, known for their nice sweetness and aroma, along with five kinds of spices.

The coffee, brewed with Special coffee beans selected by the owner, who used to run a coffee specialty shop, is also well loved. The cake and coffee pairing is popular too.

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Butterfly Bar/Cafe is located on Kawagoe Crea Mall Street, the busy downtown area in front of Hon-Kawagoe Station. It is on the second floor of a building and operates as a cafe during the day and a dining bar at night.

The interior has the warm feel of wood. There are counter and table seats, and the place stays open straight through from daytime to night.

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Some reviews say music plays in the background, making it a comfortable place to relax.

The specialty here is curry. It comes with a wide range of toppings, including tonkatsu (pork cutlet), chicken, and cheese. A popular choice is the curry topped with fragrant sautéed onions from Awajishima (Awaji Island).

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They also offer sweets like cake, pancakes, and waffles. They also have items like cream soda, a colorful soda topped with ice cream.

It seems to be a place where you can relax and take your time while enjoying good food.

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This cafe is in the heart of Kawagoe’s sightseeing spot Kurazukuri no Machinami (historic warehouse district), near Toki no Kane (Bell of Time). You can spot it by its earth-toned walls and crescent moon motif.

Inside, the cafe has a bright feel, with light blue interior walls and wooden counters and tables. From the window-side seats, you can look out over the street lined with kura (traditional warehouses).

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There are about five food menu items, and you can enjoy filling dishes like curry and gapao rice.

They also serve a local specialty called Kawagoe futomen yakisoba (thick-noodle fried noodles from Kawagoe). The thick noodles are boiled first and then stir-fried with sauce. You can enjoy the chewy texture of the noodles.

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They also offer original menu items that pair desserts and drinks, perfect for cafe time.

The lemonade with jelly and lemon peel, and the shake made with strawberries and milk, are popular for being colorful and tasty.

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Un Breeze is a shop near the Ichibangai bus stop in Kurazukuri no Machinami (warehouse-style historic district), a popular sightseeing spot in Kawagoe. The first floor sells dried flowers, and the second floor has a cafe space.

The cafe has a charming atmosphere inside a kura (traditional storehouse) built in 1900. The antique interior is stylish, with dried flowers on display.

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This hideaway-like restaurant offers a relaxed place to enjoy lunch or cafe time.

Their signature dish is the “Yunukura Lunch.” It is a one-plate meal featuring moist bread made at a nearby welfare facility, served with plenty of locally grown vegetables.

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The moist and soft chiffon cake is also popular. It has a tender texture, and it seems to pair well with the cream.

You can also enjoy brightly colored drinks made with herbs and elderflower. Some reviews also said that the glasses and tableware are lovely.

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Kono Jikan Cafe is a cafe located in Renjakucho Shopping Street, about a 5-minute walk from Hon-Kawagoe Station. The brick exterior walls and brown awning are the landmarks.

It is said to be a renovated house built around 60 years ago. The first floor is a simple, modern space, and when you look up at the ceiling, you can feel a Japanese touch.

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The specialty here is "tebiki (hand-ground)" coffee. They bring you the beans and a grinder, so you can slowly grind the coffee beans yourself. It seems you can choose from several different types of grinder.

After you finish grinding, the staff carefully brews it for you, so you can enjoy a relaxed moment focused on your coffee.

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The recommended lunch option is the "Onigiri Gozen set." You can choose 2 kinds from about 4 varieties of onigiri (rice balls), and the set comes with miso soup made with shijimi (freshwater clams) from Hokkaido and more.

The onigiri are made with freshly cooked rice and gently shaped into plump triangles. They are also served with side dishes that go well with the rice.

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Cafe Crescent ICHIBA is a cafe about a 10-minute walk from Hon-Kawagoe Station, located near Taisho Roman Dori (Taisho Romantic Street), which recreates the charm of around 1920.

It uses a space inside a facility called Koetoko, which restored the large former Kawagoe Textile Market building built in 1910.

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The 1st floor has counter seating, while the 2nd floor has tables set in an antique atmosphere, and there is also terrace seating.

You can enjoy oshizushi (pressed sushi), made by packing conger eel or mackerel together with rice into a mold. Unlike nigiri sushi, it is known for its tightly packed rice.

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You can also enjoy hand-dripped coffee and hojicha (roasted green tea) with its nice toasty aroma from roasted tea leaves.

They also offer alcoholic drinks such as craft beer, Domestic whisky, and gin. It can be used as a bar as well.

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This shop is about a 5-minute walk from the west exit of Kawagoe Station. It specializes in casse-croûte (light meal), which means a light meal in French.

Inside the long, narrow space, there are a few tables for two. You can eat in or get Takeout.

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Rather than sandwiches made with hard textured baguettes, these are made by sandwiching a variety of fillings in softly baked bread, which is one of their defining features.

Because the bread is toasted, the outside is crisp while the inside stays soft and airy, making it easy to eat.

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There is a wide variety of fillings, including cheese, chicken, and salmon. Paired with French fries, they also make a good lunch.

Sandwiches filled with cream cheese or anko (sweet red bean paste) are also recommended for cafe time. They also offer a discount when you order them as a set with a drink such as coffee.

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Kuroneko Kissa is a cafe about a 5-minute walk from the East Exit of Kawagoe Station. The main menu features galettes. A few times a week, you can also enjoy an authentic fortune-telling experience.

The interior has a calm, classical feel. Reviews also say the staff are cheerful and the atmosphere is warm and homey.

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The galettes made with 100% sobako (buckwheat flour) from Fukui Prefecture are known for their chewy texture. You can choose fillings such as bacon and egg, and they are nice and filling.

They also have crepes made by mixing powdered bamboo charcoal into the batter. The crepes come with sweet toppings such as cream and ice cream.

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They grind coffee beans that have been roasted within the past 2 months and carefully brew each cup by hand drip after an order comes in. They also serve lattes with the surface lightly torched for a toasty aroma.

They also offer tea with a choice of tea leaves and non-alcoholic cocktails, making this seem like the kind of place where you will want to relax and stay awhile.