Café Time Wrapped in Nostalgia

Hakuen Coffee Shop (Shibuya Station)

Tabiiro’s picks: signature dishes

A white dessert parfait featuring aromatic house-made coffee pudding

"White Coffee Pudding Parfait" with Gleaming House-Made Coffee Pudding

With its striking, predominantly white presentation, the "White Coffee Pudding Parfait" is a signature house-made dessert at "Hakuen Coffee Shop (Shibuya Station)." At its heart is the "Coffee Pudding," which brings out the rich aroma and depth of coffee flavor while offering a smooth, delicate texture. Layers of contrasting textures and flavors make each spoonful a little different. The parfait honors the pudding tradition of old-fashioned Japanese coffee shops while incorporating a modern touch. This popular dessert reflects the care that goes into making it in-house and the attention to coffee aroma that defines the specialty coffee shop.

Popular pairings

Café-style spaghetti smothered in a rich sauce

"Rich Tomato Cream Spaghetti to Drown In"

This café-style dish balances the gentle acidity of tomato with the mellow richness of cream. The rich sauce generously coats the chewy spaghetti, delivering deep umami and a satisfying combination of flavor and texture. Inspired by the spaghetti long served at traditional Japanese cafés, it has been given the shop's own interpretation. Designed to pair well with coffee, this popular dish is a good choice for lunch or a leisurely meal.

A wide selection of options

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  "Parfait"

  Inspired by the excitement of a parfait at a traditional Japanese café, this dessert adds a contemporary touch to that nostalgic experience. House-made pudding and the aroma of coffee are layered with complementary ingredients, creating different flavors and textures with each bite. Its attractive presentation and handmade character bring together the warmth of a classic café with a modern sensibility.

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  "White Smoke Special Pudding à la Mode"

  Traditional desserts long enjoyed at Japanese kissaten cafés are given a playful touch unique to Hakuen Coffee. Firm pudding with a nostalgic flavor takes center stage, accompanied by colorful fruit and decorative toppings in a cheerful presentation. Enjoying the pudding together with the varied ingredients gives it the indulgent feel of a "kids' meal for grown-ups." The dessert reflects both an affection for kissaten culture and a playful spirit.

Restaurant highlights

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  French press "Blend Coffee" with a choice of blends

  A Custom Cup from 30 Flavor Options

  "Blend Coffee" can be customized from 30 combinations to suit your mood and preferences. Compare differences in aroma, richness, and finish to find the cup that suits you. Your chosen blend is brewed with a French press to bring out the beans' full aroma and depth. Deciding on a combination is part of the experience, from selecting your blend to savoring the finished coffee.

Interior

Retro interior reminiscent of a traditional Japanese café

Retro cups and saucers and selected tableware give the interior the character of a traditional Japanese café. The rich aroma of coffee, attractive tableware, and calm setting offer a break from the bustle of everyday life. The space suits quiet reflection or work, as well as dates and business meetings.

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  A Café Break That Engages All Five Senses with Coffee Aroma

  The café is about more than simply enjoying the white smoke. It is a place to savor coffee, enjoy conversation, or spend some quiet time alone. In a setting where aromatic coffee and white smoke come together, the flavors, aromas, atmosphere, and even the unhurried passage of time engage all five senses. Blending the character of a traditional jun-kissa café with a new culture of fragrance, it is a "mature café retreat" that feels both nostalgic and new.

From the Tabiiro Editorial Team

French press coffee and old-fashioned café favorites, enjoyed amid the aroma of hookah smoke, offer a brief escape from the bustle of the city. It is a place to spend quiet time alone or catch up with someone special.