Lapin Noir
Chichibu
Restaurant in Chichibu, Japan
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Price
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Why go
A Tabelog 100 Bread EAST selection in rural Saitama Prefecture, this house bakery ferments organic loaves with natural yeast and offers a 10-seat café serving sandwiches and pastries in the ¥1,000–¥1,999 range. Open five days a week from 10 AM to 5 PM, it welcomes families, accommodates vegetarians, provides six parking spaces; ideal for a midday stop between Chichibu shrines.
About Lapin Noir
Lapin Noir is a venue in Osaka with a price band of ¥1,000–¥1,999. Details are limited, so this guide focuses on: city, hours, price, a listed Tabelog 100 Bread EAST 2022 recognition.
Details such as a specific street address, neighborhood, seating layout, chef or owner, menu items, dietary accommodations, payment methods, reservations, parking, take-out, delivery, accessibility are not available. Confirm those points directly before planning around them.
About Lapin Noir
Lapin Noir is in Osaka, with a price range of ¥1,000–¥1,999. Its hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM. It is closed on Tuesday and Friday.
Lapin Noir is recognized for Tabelog 100 Bread EAST 2022. Specific dishes, ingredients, service format, ordering options, or payment details are not available.
Daytime Visit Planning
The schedule is 10 AM to 5 PM on open days. Because no evening hours are listed, plan any visit within that window and avoid assuming evening service is available.
For timing, the safest guidance is simple: check that the day is one of the open days, then visit during the posted 10 AM to 5 PM window. It is not known whether any particular hour has better selection, shorter waits, or a different menu.
For context, Osaka has many dining options. Among comparable venue references, Asami Reizo Houdosandou ten, Asami Reizo Kanasaki honten, Asobi, Takasago Horumon, クチーナ サルヴェ may be relevant in their own guides, but they are not treated as Osaka-local comparisons unless their locations are confirmed in their respective guides.
If you are building an Osaka itinerary, use Lapin Noir’s hours and price band as the planning baseline, then confirm current details directly before going. For broader Osaka dining options, see our full Osaka restaurants guide, or explore Osaka hotels, bars, and experiences for a complete itinerary.
Planning details
- Location
- 1 Chome-18-12 Nosakamachi, Chichibu, Saitama 368-0033, Japan
- Website
- lapin-noir.co.jp
- Phone
- +81 494-25-7373
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Lapin Noir (also listed as Lapin Noir Kuro Usagi) appears as a neighbourhood bakery-café focused on bread, pastries, cakes and coffee. The Tabelog entry emphasizes the core offerings and practical details—location relative to Seibu Chichibu Station and a no-smoking policy—rather than décor or service flourishes. From the available information you get a concise picture of a food-first spot that lists its specialties plainly on its Tabelog page. The listing is utilitarian: it highlights what the shop sells, where it is, and user-sourced content on the platform rather than describing atmosphere or extensive amenities.
Best For
The listing explicitly frames Lapin Noir around baked goods and coffee, making it a straightforward choice for anyone seeking bread, pastries, cakes or a coffee stop near Seibu Chichibu Station. The note that the shop is a three-minute walk from the station underscores how convenient it is for people arriving by train. Because the description centers on bakery items and drinks, the venue is presented primarily as a grab-and-go or light-sitting option for morning or mid-morning consumption rather than a formal meal destination.
Ordering Tips
Tabelog’s entry for Lapin Noir points users to menus, maps, reviews, ratings and photos—so the clearest ordering tip is to check the site for current menu details, photos of pastries and any user notes on popular items. The listing also states the shop’s smoking policy (No Smoking) and its proximity to Seibu Chichibu Station (three-minute walk), both useful when planning a visit. For the most reliable information about hours, daily pastry availability and any special items, consult the Tabelog page before you go.
Venue details
Ambiance
Reviews describe a simple, unfussy cafe with a calm, low-key atmosphere suited to a quiet coffee break rather than a busy restaurant experience.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Planning details
Location
1 Chome-18-12 Nosakamachi, Chichibu, Saitama 368-0033, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Takasago Horumon, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown
- クチーナ サルヴェ, Notable alternative
- Asami Reizo Kanasaki honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Asami Reizo Houdosandou ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Asobi, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Restaurant context
At ¥1,000–¥1,999 per visit, this bakery sits squarely in the budget-friendly tier alongside Asami Reizo Kanasaki honten and Asami Reizo Houdosandou ten, both of which emphasize take-out convenience over dine-in service. The natural-yeast bread angle and eat-in café format differentiate this venue from those frozen-goods specialists. If you want a sit-down meal in a comparable price band, Asobi offers casual Japanese dining at the same ¥1,000–¥1,999 level, though without the bread focus.
Step up to the ¥2,000–¥2,999 range and Takasago Horumon delivers grilled-meat intensity at a higher price point and busier atmosphere. For travelers prioritizing organic ingredients and vegetarian flexibility, the Chichibu bakery is the easier choice, reservations are rarely necessary, parking is free, the kitchen adapts to dietary restrictions without fuss. If you're anchored in central Osaka and prefer variety, the metro's bread scene spans everything from 52CHO-ME BAKERY to.cafe, but none replicate the countryside house setting or the twice-recognized Tabelog pedigree.
Booking difficulty is low across this. The Chichibu bakery accepts phone orders but doesn't require advance reservations for walk-ins; the same holds for most sub-¥2,000 casual spots. If your itinerary includes Saitama temples or distilleries, this is the logical lunch anchor. If you're staying in Osaka and want a one-stop comparison, our full Osaka restaurants guide maps the city's range from budget bread cafés to premium omakase counters.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Lapin Noir?
Specific dishes, loaves, drinks, or signature items are not listed. Use the venue’s current menu or in-store guidance when you visit.
How far ahead should I book Lapin Noir?
Reservation requirements are not available. The opening hours are 10 AM to 5 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday; the venue is closed Tuesday and Friday.
Is Lapin Noir worth the price?
The price band is ¥1,000–¥1,999. Whether it is worth it depends on your plans in Osaka and what is available on the day you visit.
What should I wear to Lapin Noir?
No dress code is specified. Casual, comfortable clothing is a reasonable default unless the venue states otherwise.
Is daytime or evening better at Lapin Noir?
The hours are 10 AM to 5 PM on open days, with closures on Tuesday and Friday. No evening service is listed.
What should a first-timer know about Lapin Noir?
Lapin Noir is in Osaka, with a price range of ¥1,000–¥1,999 and hours of 10 AM to 5 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday. Confirm any menu, reservation, access, or service details directly before visiting.
