01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Crafted to resemble a bound volume, the mille crêpe layers delicate pastry sheets around a bookmark fashioned from white chocolate. Working a fork through the layers feels like turning pages, a playful sweet uniquely suited to a cafe housed inside a bookstore. The dessert lineup also includes the firm, traditional custard pudding characteristic of old-school kissaten, as well as Basque cheesecake and tiramisu, making an easy match for freshly brewed coffee during a quiet pause.
For something more substantial, the savory menu is just as dependable. Served with an egg yolk and fukujinzuke pickles, the curry balances a mellow richness with aromatic spices, inviting diners to break the yolk mid-meal for a creamier profile. Spiced Mars sandwiches and various toasts are also available, serving as popular, unfussy options for a light lunch.
The cafe operates on a self-service system where guests secure a seat before ordering at the counter. The space features window-facing counter seats, comfortable sofas, and standard tables, along with Wi-Fi access. Whether resting your feet after wandering the book aisles or settling in with a new purchase, it makes for a welcoming and convenient rest stop.
