【Definitive Guide】Retro Coffee Shops Found in Asakusa | Relaxing Moments in Nostalgic Spaces

When it comes to Asakusa, the bustling tourist spots like Kaminarimon, Senso-ji Temple, and Nakamise Street tend to be the main focus, but actually, showa-era nostalgic pure coffee shops are also scattered around. Wooden tables, velvet-like chairs, classic lighting—experiencing the showa atmosphere with all five senses… Enjoying a relaxing moment in such a space is part of the charm.

This article carefully introduces 3 recommended retro coffee shops currently open in the Asakusa area. We will detail their attractions, signature menus, map links, and visiting manners.

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1. Reasons Why Retro Coffee Shops in Asakusa Are Loved

A Space to Taste Showa Atmosphere with All Five Senses

Wooden furniture, stained glass, sounds of radios and siphons—these elements overlap, allowing you to experience different “Showa-ness” at each shop. It offers a sense of freshness for young people and nostalgia for older generations, making it a comforting experience.

A Prime Location for Sightseeing

Located near Kaminarimon and Nakamise Street, it’s easy to drop by casually during sightseeing. The photogenic interior is also popular as a background for SNS photos.

A “Daily Space” Loved by Locals

Scenes of regular customers enjoying coffee with the morning newspaper blend into daily life, making these places part of the local culture where tourists and locals mingle.

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2. Active Retro Coffee Shops (All Open)

2.1 Coffee Tengoku (Kissa Tengoku)

Signature Items: Hotcakes with a branded “Tengoku” seal and carefully brewed coffee

• Retro interior featuring wooden furniture and stained glass in a cozy, compact space
• Known for its copper-plate hotcakes (with a branded seal of “Tengoku”) priced around ¥700–¥900, as well as hot dogs and blended coffee
• Hours: 12:00–18:30 (last order), closed Tuesdays
• Address: 1‑41‑9 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
• 📍View on Googole Maps

2.2  Jun-Kissa Mountain

Signature Items: “Skytree Parfait” & traditional Japanese sweets

• Founded in 1948, this postwar classic café is surrounded by Japanese-style stained glass, evoking a nostalgic ambiance

• Bestsellers include Cream Anmitsu, Shiratama Cream Zenzai, and the towering Skytree Parfait (over 40 cm tall)

•  Hours: Mon–Fri 11:30–20:30, Sat/Sun/Holidays until 21:30, open year-round (except New Year holidays)

• Address: 1‑8‑2 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo

• 📍View on Google Maps

2.3 Tomorow (Tomoru) Asakusa

Signature items: Classic Napolitan Pasta & All-Day Morning Sets

• Located on the 2nd floor of Shin-Nakamise Street; retro vibe with reddish-brown furniture, bookshelves, and antique clocks

• Popular for its Showa-style Napolitan spaghetti and extensive morning menu (available from 6:30 AM!)

• Hours: 6:30–20:00 (Morning menu until 11:30), open daily

• Address: 1-29-3 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo (2F)

• 📍View on Google Maps

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3. Introducing Signature Menus All at Once

Shop Name	Signature Menu
Coffee Heaven	“Heaven” stamped hotcakes, hot dogs, blended coffee
Pure Coffee Mountain	Cream anmitsu, shiratama cream zenzai, Sky Tree Parfait, and other impactful sweets

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4. Visiting Manners & Points to Note

• • Check before photographing: Rules vary by shop regarding flash, capturing other customers, etc., so ask beforehand.

• • Check smoking rules: Different shops have different rules such as designated smoking areas, non-smoking, or smoking allowed, so it’s recommended to confirm in advance.

• • Visit on weekday mornings to noon: Weekends tend to be crowded, so for a relaxed experience, weekday mornings are best.

• • Keep quiet: Enjoying the Showa coffee culture. Keep conversations subdued and cherish quiet moments.

• • Confirm regular holidays and business hours: For example, Heaven is closed on Tuesdays, Mountain is open year-round except New Year’s, Ginza Brazil’s hours are unknown.

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5. Summary

In Asakusa, the pure coffee shop culture that evokes the atmosphere of the Showa era still thrives, beyond just tourists.
Enjoy cozy hotcakes at “Coffee Heaven,” impactful sweets at “Pure Coffee Mountain,” and light-volume snacks at “Ginza Brazil.” All are active places where you can feel the daily life and history of Asakusa.

During your sightseeing in Asakusa, be sure to relax and enjoy a moment in a Showa-style coffee shop.