The original Weekenders Coffee opened in 2005 becoming one of the first espresso shops in Japan's ancient capital. Owner Masahiro Kaneko and his wife started their own roasting in 2011 but found themselves running out of space. Thus, Weekenders Coffee Tominokoji was born in 2017. Hidden inside a parking lot near Nishiki Market (錦市場), Weekenders Coffee Tominokoji became an instant hit attracting coffee lovers from all over town.
Space is always at a premium in central Kyoto so don't expect a seating area inside this coffee oasis.
Kaneko-san actually preferred it this way - a standing bar where he and his team get to talk coffee and roasting with customers while getting instant feedback.
Like any good coffee shop, Weekenders Coffee Tominokoji doesn't have a long, boring menu. This is short and sharp, straight to the point.
I finally got my coffee fix! WOW, that's very strong.
Got me waken up instantly!
Apart from supplying beans (Kenya and Columbia) to a variety of local coffee shops, Weekenders Coffee Tominokoji also has a small counter to sell their beans in house.
OK, I was kind of lying when I said Weekenders Coffee Tominokoji's strictly a standing bar. There are actually a couple of seats just outside the shop at the back of the car park.
This popular (and secretive) coffee place is open from 7:30am to 18:00pm daily and closed every Wednesday.
As one of the first pioneers and local roasters in Kyoto, Weekenders Coffee remains highly regarded in the city's coffee scene despite all the evolution that has taken place over the past few years. It remains a must-see cafe for any traveling coffee lover to Kyoto.
Price: ￥￥￥
Address: 560 Honeyanocho, Nakagyo-ku, , Kyoto, 604-8064 Japan
Closest Metro Station: Gion-Shijo
Tel: +81 (0)7 5746-2206
Website: www.weekenderscoffee.com
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