Even on a trip, coffee is a common necessity for some. For those who happen to be touring the Hiroshima area, you’re in luck! The region holds a variety of coffee shops, perfect for relaxing and enjoying a hot cup of your favorite brew. Whether you enjoy the hunt for a new variety of rich coffee roasts or simply need something to wake you up before a day full of activities, this blog will introduce you to some highly recommended spots you can explore during your travels!
Staff preparing cafe latte at Obscura – Photo Credit: Jessica Iragne
Obscura Coffee Roast
Located in Fukuromachi, this coffee destination is highly recommended. From a variety of coffee beans with different individual flavors and richness, to meticulous pour-over methods for every single cup of coffee, Obscura is great for those searching for a cup of coffee with effort put into every sip. You can enjoy watching and listening to your own drink, be prepared on-site, and even indulge in the coffee-making products or baked scones on sale inside! With affordable prices and even discounts on refills, great interiors, and a welcoming environment, you’ll feel as if time is slipping away while sipping away at some delicious coffee at Obscura.
Address: 3-28 Fukuromachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0036
An inside look at Saputa’s coffee shop – Photo Credit: pecomag
Saputa
If you’re looking for some peace and quiet, you may want to save this next spot for a morning getaway during your trip. At Saputa, you can enjoy gentle music playing throughout the shop while your barista carefully prepares a drink you are bound to enjoy. If you’re searching for some lattes with oat milk, seasonal drinks, or even kombucha, there’s a little something for everyone here in this hidden gem of Hiroshima. If you’re a coffee fanatic and want to bring back some beans from Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia, or Nicaragua, Saputa makes it possible for you to take these flavors back home!
Address: 〒732-0052 Hiroshima, Higashi Ward, Hikarimachi, 2 Chome−7−1 ハーモニー光町 101
Bagtown Coffee’s outdoor seating – Photo Credit: typica.coffee
Bagtown Coffee
Here at Bagtown, you can order from three different roasts: dark, medium, and light. If you’re new to the coffee scene or are not too keen on dark roasts, Bagtown Coffee might be the ideal temporary spot for your caffeine fix during your trip. Located on a quaint street corner in Fukuromachi, this coffee spot sticks out easily and allows for wide outdoor seating for watching the city live while you enjoy your morning or afternoon cup full of rich flavors.
Address: 2-1 Fukuromachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0036
Pudding and a latte from Shimaji – Photo Credit: gourmetyossy
Shimaji Coffee
If you’re a sweets fan, you’ll find a dessert paradise at Shimaji. Alongside great coffees such as your classic drip, lattes, and americanos, you can also find matcha and hojicha lattes. If you want a dessert to go alongside your drink, you should consider ordering their Earl Grey pudding or hojicha tiramisu from their sweets menu! The menu may see some changes, often having pound cake or different types of lattes, so do not be alarmed when you go and there’s something new to try! Regarding the coffee, such as the others, you can enjoy a global variety of selected coffee beans, such as their Peruvian blend with notes of tropical fruits! At Shimaji, you can choose your roast, your coffee beans, and of course, a comfortable place to sit in their cozy shop!
Address: 〒732-0828 Hiroshima, Minami Ward, Kyobashicho, 8−11 和田第一ビル
Espressos Being Made at MILES – Photo Credit: miles_hiroshima
MILES Coffee
Searching for that hard-to-find cozy vibe while you enjoy a hot beverage? Even better, why not try their daily coffee upon your visit? Upon looking at their menu, MILES has another great selection of different coffee types, all from single-origin coffee beans. While waiting for your drink, you can relax in the quiet atmosphere of the cafe, the only sound filling the shop being the roasting of beans from all around the world, allowing for rich aromas to fill the air.
Address: 4-31 Takaramachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0044
Latte and Sweets Pairing at Archive Coffee – Photo Credit: note
Archive Coffee and Roaster
A feature of this particular coffee spot that visitors seem to like is how you get the chance to smell the coffee beans that will be in your drink before selecting. This allows you to understand the coffee you’ll be drinking better, and also gives you an interesting experience to learn more about the notes in each and every coffee bean variety! In a comforting and welcoming atmosphere, you can also enjoy some treats such as croissants that’ll without a doubt pair well with whatever you order. This bright, sociable atmosphere found at Archive Coffee is perfect for those wanting a spot to chat while they drink and eat.
Address: 2 Chome-1-12 Honkawacho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0802
Coffee Wherever You Go
Whether it’s the drink, the vibe, or the layout, it cannot be said that cafes and coffee are not a popular way for people to take a break and enjoy a pause in their busy lives. Even on vacation, everyone needs a little “me time”, and what better way to spend it than with your favorite iced or hot drink, alongside a treat or two? During your visit to the very calm, serene atmosphere that is found in Hiroshima, you may want to enhance your time spent in the area by saving one or two of the coffee spots in this blog!
Featured Photo Credit: hiroshima-mag
