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Half–indie fashion store and half–minimalist cafe serving single-origin brews, this is an extremely cool space to hang out in and the price tag is reasonable for the pretentious vibe (espressos from ¥20). Peruse the racks of urban bling and streetwear then enjoy a pour-over, nitrogen coffee or a creative seaweed latte.

There's a full coffee bean menu stating each country of origin, plus a counter full of immaculately presented desserts like mousse cake in the shape of a yoghurt pot or peach. Clothing is displayed on metal cages and shopping trolleys.

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