Curio Espresso and Vintage Design

Specialty coffee shop in Kanazawa run by a friendly couple who combine Seattle-style espresso craft with a carefully curated collection of vintage furniture and design objects. The espresso drinks are made with single-origin beans roasted in small batches, and the food menu features hearty sandwiches and baked goods that go well beyond typical Japanese cafe fare. The interior doubles as a vintage shop where mid-century modern chairs, lamps, and tableware are displayed alongside the cafe seating, and everything is for sale. Located in the Katamachi entertainment district, it provides a distinctly contemporary contrast to Kanazawa's more traditional tea houses and has become a gathering spot for the city's creative community and design-minded travelers.