Cafe • 298-1 Mitsumine, Chichibu, Saitama 369-1902, Japan
Located on Mt. Mitsumine in Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture, "Coffee House Shokyoin" is a historical café situated right next to Mitsumine Shrine. The interior, remodeled from an old main hall, retains a strong presence of the syncretism of Shinto and Buddhism, leading visitors to a serene space that transcends time.
The signature dish of this café is undeniably the limited-to-20-servings-a-day "coffee jelly." Its rich coffee flavor and exquisite sweetness balance have fascinated many. While gum syrup is provided, the sweetness of the cream on top is delicious enough, so it's recommended to try it as is first.
Upon entering the café, you are required to take off your shoes and switch to slippers. Even this alone creates a sense of stepping into a special space away from the everyday. By sitting at a window seat, you can enjoy coffee while watching the bird feeding area, truly a healing spot.
Visiting "Coffee House Shokyoin" is ideal for relaxing after a spiritually enriching visit to Mitsumine Shrine or winding down after a trek in the mountain paths. Enjoying a blissful coffee time in a historic building here will surely become an unforgettable memory. Be sure to visit this hidden gem of a café when in Mt. Mitsumine.