Retro cafes around Sugamo Station! 9 great spots to stop by for a break while strolling the shopping street

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Hakushaku Sugamo Ten is a retro cafe located right near the south exit of JR Sugamo Station. It offers a wide range of food menu items, making it useful for all kinds of occasions.

Interior features like the stained glass ceiling and red sofas create a classic old school atmosphere.

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The “Maron Taruto (chestnut tart)” is a tart filled with marron cream made with fresh cream from Hokkaido, topped with shibukawa-guri (chestnuts simmered with their inner skin left on).

Along with the gentle sweetness of the chestnuts, you can also enjoy the light, airy texture of the cream.

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The "C" is a popular Breakfast set. It is a plate that comes with cheese toast, yogurt made with 100% fresh milk, and a banana.

The cheese toast uses Gouda cheese, giving it a rich finish.

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Popy is a retro cafe on the first floor of a multi tenant building by the north exit of Sugamo Station. It serves authentic coffee brewed with the nel drip (cloth drip) method, along with a wide variety of light meal options.

From the chairs and tables to the walls, the whole interior is said to have a charming old fashioned feel.

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"Ogura toast" is a dish of buttered toast topped with ogura-an (sweet red bean paste) and whipped cream.

The toast has a springy, chewy texture. You can enjoy the harmony of the butter's saltiness and the sweetness of the anko.

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The "A Breakfast Set" is a menu made up of toast, a half-size egg sandwich, and salad.

You can choose your drink from nearly 10 options, including coffee, tea, and juice. The toast can be eaten with jam.

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Plumeria, about a 3-minute walk from Sugamo Station, is a retro cafe located in Sugamo Jizo-dori Shotengai (Sugamo Jizo-dori Shopping Street). It is great not only for a short break, but also for Breakfast or lunch.

The bright interior, with its large windows, is lined with tables for four.

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Omurice is a dish of ketchup rice wrapped in a thin egg crepe. The ketchup rice is served piping hot and freshly stir-fried, with a nice tang and the rich taste of butter.

It is also said to be packed with chunky ingredients such as mushrooms and chicken.

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The “purin à la mode (custard pudding à la mode)” is served in a long glass dish with vanilla ice cream, pineapple, mandarin orange, and more.

The pudding is melt-in-your-mouth soft, and it pairs well with the cream on the side.

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Sabou Ichikawa is a retro cafe about a 3-minute walk from Sugamo Station, tucked away on a side street a little off the main road. The seats are spaced comfortably apart, creating a space where you can relax and take your time.

The cafe offers a wide range of drinks and food, centered on hand-dripped coffee made with freshly ground beans.

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They offer a full lineup of light meal options that are perfect for a light lunch or Breakfast.

The "sausage roll" is said to have an excellent combination of sausage and cheese. The bread is nicely baked and has a crisp texture.

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The photo shows the "noko cheese cake (rich cheesecake)." It has a cookie crust, and the surface is lightly browned.

It is said to be mildly sweet with a nice level of tartness. Its appeal is the rich taste, almost like eating cheese itself.

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Takenoha, about a 7-minute walk from Sugamo Station, is a cafe that offers a wide range of food centered on curry.

Inside, retro decor such as lamps and antique clocks lines the space. With calm background music playing, guests can quietly enjoy a meal or cafe time.

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The photo shows the "Homemade croquette curry." The curry roux has a nice aroma of spices, and it is said to be full of vegetables and fruit cooked down into it.

The croquette topping is said to have a crisp coating and a fluffy texture inside.

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They also offer a toast lunch made with homemade shokupan (Japanese milk bread).

The photo shows the “meatloaf sandwich.” The meatloaf filling is thick and satisfying, and it is said to gently fall apart in your mouth.

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Kohi Senka Kizoku is a retro cafe located in Sugamo Jizo-dori Shotengai (Sugamo Jizo-dori Shopping Street), about an 8-minute walk from Sugamo Station.

Inside the compact cafe, antique knickknacks are on display, creating a space that feels somehow nostalgic. The lighting is slightly dim, making it a calm place to relax.

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The "Premium Iced Coffee" is a dark-roasted iced coffee, filled to the brim in a copper cup, and it has a reputation for being nicely chilled and tasty.

The acidity is mild, and it is said to have a deep, weighty bitterness.

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The cake menu can be ordered as a set with coffee.

The "Rare Cheesecake (left in photo)" is said to be made with plenty of high quality cream cheese. It has a light, airy texture and the rich depth of cheese flavor.

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Tojo is a retro cafe near Rikugien (Rikugien Garden).

The compact interior is decorated with flowers throughout, giving it an elegant feel. In its good old fashioned atmosphere, you can relax and lose track of time.

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They have a wide variety of coffees, including Kilimanjaro, Colombian, and Mandheling, and their flavored coffee drinks are also popular.

The “Vienna Coffee” pairs the solid bitterness of the coffee with the mild richness of fresh cream, making for a well-balanced flavor.

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The food menu has a full lineup of light meals such as toast and sandwiches.

The "hot sandwich" is a sandwich with cucumber, ham, and cheese inside. The saltiness of the cheese stands out, it seems.

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The "kamayaki souffle pancakes" are a plate of freshly baked pancakes served with whipped butter. You can choose from three kinds of syrup: honey, maple syrup, or kokuto syrup (brown sugar syrup).

The pancakes are said to be fluffy and soft, with a sweetness like castella sponge cake.

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The varied Breakfast menu, including mini pancakes and toast, is also recommended.

The "Ham Cheese Toast" is said to be a dish of thick cut toast topped with egg paste, cheese, and ham.

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Kissashitsu Renoir Sugamo Ekimae Ten is a coffee chain shop located a 1-minute walk from the south exit of JR Sugamo Station. Both the food and drinks are well liked for their menu lineup that feels just right for a retro cafe.

The seating is spaced out comfortably, making it a good place when you want to stay for a long time.

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The food menu has a full lineup of breads.

The photo shows the "Potato Salad Sandwich with Plenty of Vegetables." It seems you can also order it with the crusts cut off or have the sandwich toasted, depending on your preference.

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The Breakfast-only "C" is a menu set that comes with a ham and cucumber sandwich, a boiled egg, soup, and a drink.

The sandwich has a Homemade feel and is said to be just the right portion for breakfast.