01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Cooked to order, the signature egg sandwich—named "Any Era, Anywhere, Egg Sandwich"—is the definitive item to try when visiting Sheltering Cafe. Generously prepared with 4 fresh eggs, the thick, soft-set omelet balances authentic dashi broth savoriness with buttery richness, nestled between slices of tender, fluffy bread. If you prefer toasted bread, the Katsura Croque Monsieur is equally compelling, draped in rich house-made bechamel and melted cheese, layered with salty bacon and sweet onions reminiscent of a comforting gratin.
Morning service begins at 8:00, featuring thick-sliced toast with a choice of butter, jam, or cinnamon sugar, served alongside a hard-boiled egg, fresh salad, and freshly ground coffee. At lunchtime, the Mood-of-the-Day Lunch Set offers a satisfying meal pairing your choice of egg sandwich, croque monsieur, or Napolitan spaghetti with salad and after-meal coffee. Moving beyond standard Japanese kissaten fare, the cafe also serves unique savory options like the Sampaio Kitchen plate featuring homemade Portuguese-style sausages.
Selected Coffees and Thoughtful Desserts
Coffee options include pour-overs with a choice of beans as well as deep, rounded iced coffee, each brewed thoughtfully per order. For dessert, the classic Kissaten Pudding—accented with a gentle touch of brandy in its bittersweet caramel—and the melt-in-the-mouth Rich Cacao Melted Pudding (available during autumn and winter) are steady favorites. The Honey Honey French Toast, topped with cold house-made ice cream and drizzled with honey over piping-hot toasted bread, is another sweet dish that pairs naturally with fresh brew.
The interior is an intimate, cozy space appointed with standard tables and deep sofa seating, making it well-suited for solo reading or a quiet coffee break. For those seeking an afternoon drink, craft beer and an aperitif set featuring a daily snack pairing offer an unhurried, relaxing way to spend the hours.
