Also referred to as Okushibu, Okushibuya is only a 10-minute walk from Shibuya Station and is often described as “Shibuya for adults”. As opposed to the energetic and bustling main part of Shibuya, Okushibu offers a more peaceful atmosphere, with several art galleries, shops and classy cafes lining the route to Yoyogi-koen Station. This article details its key access points and some of the best cafes not to miss in the area.
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Access to Okushibuya
Access to Okushibuya
Okushibuya is sometimes referred to as Ura-shibuya or Okushibu and technically refers to the Kamiyama-cho, Udagawa-cho and Tomigaya areas. It’s not far from Yoyogi Park and is within walking distance of Shinsen Station, Yoyogi-koen Station and Yoyogi-Hachiman Station. If you’re arriving at Shibuya Station, it’s a short walk along the Shibuya Center Street or can be accessed along Inokashira Street when heading towards the Shibuya Tokyu Honten store.
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CAMEL BACK
Made by a former sushi chef, the egg sandwiches at CAMEL BACK are extremely popular. This petite, glass coffee shop exudes a stylish atmosphere and is frequented by those who are into fashion and the latest trends. The eggs used in the sandwiches are slightly sweet and offer a pleasing flavor, thanks to a hint of Japanese mustard. The sandwiches are baked to be crunchy on the outside but fluffy inside. The café is so popular that it’s recommended you visit before noon.
CAMELBACK sandwich&espresso
- Camelback sandwich&espresso (Camelback Sandwich & Espresso)
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- Tokyo Shibuya-ku Kamiyamachou 42-2
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- 0364070069
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- 8:00-18:00
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THE LATTE TOKYO
THE LATTE TOKYO
THE LATTE TOKYO is a coffee shop that specializes in café latte. It offers a wide variety of unique flavors, ranging from caramel to strawberries, mint and coconut. Its popular banana latte has an enticing combination of sweet and subtle flavors, incorporating the sweetness of banana milk and the bitterness of coffee. The Latte Tokyo uses Tokyo Milk for their coffees due to its rich but refreshing aftertaste. You can order a double espresso for the same price as a single!
THE LATTE TOKYO
Banana latte 550 yen
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MEALS ARE DELIGHTFUL
MEALS are DELIGHTFUL
MEALS ARE DELIGHTFUL is a café diner whose concept is to make meals more fun through the use of eclectic eating utensils. It draws on utensils sold at the first-floor tableware shop known as DISHES, with each chosen according to the season and menu. The cafe is particularly popular with ladies and families because they can browse the shop after having a lovely meal on the second floor. The desert pudding is a must-try!
MEALS are DELIGHTFUL
MEALS are DELIGHTFUL Pudding 650 yen
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Nata de Cristiano
NATA de Cristiano
Nata de Cristiano is a Portuguese sweet shop whose signature dish is the authentic egg tart known as Pastel de Nata. The lightly salted, crispy pie skin and custard cream are a golden combination, with Pastel de Nata known by everyone in Portugal. You can grab one of their egg tarts and eat it on a bench inside or outside the shop. Alternatively, you can take away and munch on it at the nearby Yoyogi Park. Nata de Cristiano is well-known by celebrities as well, which is a testament to its quality!
Pastel de Nata 220 yen
- Nata de Cristiano
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- Tokyo Shibuya-ku Tomigaya 1-14-16 Stanford Court 103
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- 0368049723
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- 10:00-19:30
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Sebastian
Sebastian
In recent years, shaved ice has seen a tremendous boom and has become a delicacy that's enjoyed throughout the year. Sebastian sells shaved ice that appears like a big cake and will please those with a sweet tooth. Among the menu selections are mango cream cakes and strawberry crème brulee, which is full of fruit-flavored ice inside.
Shaved ice 1100 yen
Sebastian
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Uoriki
Lunchi set 1100 yen
Uoriki is a fishmonger that has been loved by locals since the Meiji era. It serves a fabulous lunch set menu featuring delicious, fresh fish. Uoriki is always busy as it has been featured in the popular cuisine manga series Koko no Gourmet (Solitary Gourmet). When you place your order, you pick a card and if the card has a number on it, you win a small extra dish! Another bonus is that their rice, miso soup and hijiki seaweed are all-you-can-eat, which is why it attracts a lot of male customers.
Uoriki
Uoriki
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Fuglen Tokyo
Fuglen Tokyo
Fuglen Tokyo is a café that specializes in coffee from the Fuglen headquarters in Oslo, Norway. Fuglen has been praised as the best coffee shop in the world, making it worth the plane journey, particularly for coffee lovers. Visitors and locals alike can enjoy a relaxing time in the Nordic-style café, which occupies a former detached house. Fuglen turns into a bar from 7 pm and is open till 2 am on weekends.
Fuglen Tokyo
- Fuglen Tokyo
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4.0
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- Tokyo Shibuya-ku Tomigaya 1-16-11
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- 0334810884
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- [Monday-Thursday]7:00-22:00[…
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Ahiru Store
AHIRU STORE
Ahiru Store is a sophisticated wine bar that’s always packed with customers who love to drink wine accompanied by tasty dishes. Their homemade bread is particularly renowned. The standing bar is cozy in size and rapidly fills up. As it has a long list of bookings, it is almost impossible to make a reservation. However, it is certainly worth your while to visit if you can secure a spot!
AHIRU STORE