Kissaten Cafe
Saturdays
Japan's beloved kissaten has landed in Oakland!
Join us on Saturday mornings as we serve tea, coffee, fancy cocktails, and toast in a relaxed atmosphere. Don't miss Maestro Yoko's toast creations including Ogura Toast, Kinako Honey Toast, and Nori-Toast. This is a menu inspired by kissaten in Tokyo and Osaka. Griffin will be spinning jazz records and mixing some special morning drinks for you all to enjoy.
First come, first served. Tea + coffee will be available to go!
What is Kissaten?
A kissaten is a type of Japanese coffeehouse which was at the height of its popularity in the Showa era (mid-20th century to 1989) but still exist all across cities in Japan; these cafes can be cavernous or quaint, often decked out in European stylings, and almost always offer thoughtful coffee drinks in addition to Japanese cafe desserts.
The emphasis is less on a quick cup of coffee, but more on a mellow environment in which one can enjoy themselves and their offerings at their own pace. A kissaten is a perfect place to catch up with someone you haven't seen in a while, read a book, or just enjoy the ambience along with your coffee and food.
With a modest record selection and an undoubtedly cozy bar space, we hope to provide you a memorable Kissaten experience.
We can't wait to see you in our own corner of Japan, in Oakland!
WHAT: Kissaten Cafe
An intimate neighborhood cafe offering batch brew coffee, teas, cocktails, and Japan-inspired toast.
WHEN: Saturdays, 11a-3p
WHERE: Umami Mart Bar
4027 Broadway
Oakland CA 94611
