Cafe & Sweets · Practical guide
Kurashiki Coffee
Siphon Coffee Flasks, Sandwiches & Retro Kissaten Calm
Prices, ordering steps, payment details, and common mistakes — in one place.
Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Japanese name | 倉式珈琲店 (Kurashiki Coffee) |
| Category | Dining / Specialty Siphon Coffee & Japanese Kissaten Roastery Cafe (Kurashiki Coffee Official Website) |
| Store Count | Approximately 65+ locations nationwide across Tokyo, Kanagawa, Osaka, Hyogo, and Okayama, operated by Saint Marc Holdings Co., Ltd. (Store Locator) |
| Ordering Style | Table service: enter, receive a warm greeting and water from waitstaff, choose a spacious booth or counter seat, order verbally from pictorial laminated menus, enjoy table-side siphon pouring, pay at front register upon leaving |
| Membership Required? | No reservation, membership, or ID required |
| Approximate Price Range | Siphon coffee ~¥600–¥800; morning sets (drink + toast/egg) ~¥600–¥850; lunch sandwiches & doria ~¥850–¥1,200; sweets ~¥550–¥850; strictly zero cover charge (¥0 Otoshi); tax-included (subject to revision) |
| Payment Methods | Cash, major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club), transit IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA), e-money (iD, QUICPay), and QR mobile payments (PayPay, Rakuten Pay, d-Barai) |
| Multilingual Support | Rich pictorial menus with English coffee tasting notes (acidity, body, bitterness scales) and photo illustrations |
What it is
Kurashiki Coffee (倉式珈琲店), a premium sister brand of Saint Marc Cafe operated by Saint Marc Holdings, is celebrated for revitalizing Japan's rich kissaten siphon coffee tradition. Unlike ordinary cafes where coffee is brewed in bulk or filtered through paper, Kurashiki Coffee brews every single coffee order to order using individual glass vacuum siphons. The entire lower glass siphon flask (hario) containing 1.5 steaming cups of coffee is delivered directly to your wooden table on an insulated coaster, allowing you to pour it yourself into a pre-warmed ceramic cup. The extraction method yields an exceptionally smooth, aromatic brew with gentle acidity and zero bitter harshness. Set in warm timber interiors with soft jazz and comfortable booth seating, it offers a peaceful respite from busy sightseeing.
How to order
- Enter and take a seat: Staff will greet you at the entrance and seat you at a comfortable booth or polished counter.
- Table service with ¥0 Otoshi: Settle in with complimentary iced water and an oshibori wet towel. There are zero table fees or cover charges (¥0 Otoshi).
- Select your siphon roast: Browse the coffee menu, which rates each single-origin bean and blend by bitterness, acidity, and aroma:
- Kurashiki Blend (倉式ブレンド): The signature house blend—smooth, balanced, and comforting.
- Single Origin Siphons: Kilimanjaro AA Kibo, Ethiopia Yirgacheffe, Colombia Supremo, or Mandheling.
- Siphon Japanese Tea (サイフォン和紅茶): A unique Japanese black tea extracted in glass siphons.
- Order food pairings: Morning sets (served until 11:00 AM) include toasted thick-cut bread and boiled eggs; afternoon orders feature warm croque-monsieur, doria rice casseroles, or shaved ice kakigori.
- Pour your coffee: When your tray arrives, the siphon flask will be hot. Hold the heat-insulated handle firmly and pour gently into your ceramic cup. The flask holds approximately 1.5 full cups!
- Payment: Take your bill clip to the cashier register by the exit and pay via transit card, credit card, or cash.
What to order first
- Kurashiki Blend Siphon Coffee (倉式ブレンド): The defining cup, rich in chocolatey aroma with a gentle citrus finish.
- Thick-Cut Morning Toast Set (厚切りトーストモーニング): Golden toasted Japanese milk bread with melted butter, sweet red bean paste (anko) or boiled egg.
- Hot Pressed Sandwich / Croque Monsieur (クロックムッシュ): Crusty artisanal bread stuffed with ham, béchamel sauce, and bubbling melted cheese.
- Matcha Warabi Mochi Parfait (抹茶わらび餅パフェ): Traditional Uji matcha ice cream, chewy bracken-starch mochi, and sweet adzuki beans.
Payment & practical info
Prices and details checked: November 2026.
- Payment Accepted: All major credit cards, Suica/PASMO/ICOCA transit cards, iD, QUICPay, PayPay, and cash.
- Atmosphere: Relaxed and quiet, typically non-smoking inside, with free Wi-Fi and power outlets at many counter seats.
- Opening Hours: Typically 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM or 10:00 PM daily.
Good to know / Common mistakes
- Flask Heat Caution: Do not touch the lower glass globe directly—always grip the rubberized insulated handle.
- Second Pour: Because the flask stays hot, leave the remaining coffee in the flask until you finish your first cup to keep it at optimal drinking temperature.
- Morning Deal: Order a drink before 11:00 AM and morning sets add toast and egg options at set prices.
FAQ
- Q: Is one siphon order enough for two people?
- A: Each siphon contains about 1.5 cups (approx. 220–250ml), designed generously for one person. Sharing one drink between two adults is generally discouraged; each guest should order at least one beverage or meal.
- Q: Do they offer decaf coffee?
- A: Yes, decaffeinated drip coffee and caffeine-free herbal teas are available.
- Q: Can I take out siphon coffee?
- A: Takeout is available for standard paper-cup drip coffee and baked items, but the authentic glass siphon table experience is dine-in only.
Sources
- Kurashiki Coffee Official Website - Saint Marc Group (Verified: 2026-11-07)
- Kurashiki Coffee Siphon Menu Details (Verified: 2026-11-07)
- Kurashiki Coffee Store List (Verified: 2026-11-07)