Kurumi Do Kissa Ten
Kokubunji, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Why go
Tabelog Kissaten 100 honoree (2021, 2022) in residential Kokubunji, 30 minutes west of Shinjuku. Siphon coffee, seasonal pastries, counter seating in a 40-seat non-smoking space. JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 per person, weekday reservations only, closed Thursdays. Worth the train ride for travelers seeking quieter Tokyo cafe culture outside the central wards.
About Kurumi Do Kissa Ten
Kurumi Do Kissa Ten is a Tokyo venue with a price range of JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999. Its listed hours are 11 AM–6 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, with Thursday closed. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022.
What to Know Before You Go
Plan around the published daytime hours rather than assuming evening service: Kurumi Do Kissa Ten is listed as open until 6 PM on operating days and closed on Thursdays. The budget range is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, useful if you are comparing it with other Tokyo restaurants or building a low-key itinerary around several stops.
For specific menu items, seating layout, payment methods, reservation rules, take-out service, accessibility details, dietary accommodations, confirm directly with the venue before making plans that depend on them.
How Kurumi Do Kissa Ten Fits Tokyo Dining Plans
Kurumi Do Kissa Ten works best as a Tokyo stop with a modest price range, daytime listed hours, 2022 Tabelog 100 - Kissaten recognition. If you are comparing possible meals or breaks, comparable venues include Chuka Soba Hirai, Curry no Mise Pusan, Goto Udon Bizenya, KURUMED COFFEE, Kodaira Udon Kodaira honten, along with other dining in Tokyo more generally.
Because the listed hours end at 6 PM, it is more suitable to plan before evening rather than as a late stop before Tokyo bars or dinner elsewhere. The weekly closure is Thursday, so avoid scheduling it then unless you have checked for an updated notice directly from the venue.
The planning summary is simple: Kurumi Do Kissa Ten is in Tokyo, listed at JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, open 11 AM–6 PM on most days except Thursday, recognized in Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022. For anything beyond those points, check directly before you go.
Planning details
- Location
- 2 Chome-17-3 Honcho, Kokubunji, Tokyo 185-0012, Japan
- Website
- kurumido2017.jp
- Phone
- +81 42-401-0433
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm wooden interiors and soft lighting create a nostalgic, Taisho-romantic atmosphere where time feels slower, inviting quiet reading, conversation, and unhurried coffee breaks.
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- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Kurumido blend coffee
- Cold-brew iced coffee
- House-made sweets
- Seasonal lunch plates
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Also consider
Also Consider
- Chuka Soba Hirai, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- KURUMED COFFEE, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Goto Udon Bizenya, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Curry no Mise Pusan, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Kodaira Udon Kodaira honten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
Restaurant context
At JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 per person, Kurumi Do Kissa Ten sits in the same price band as Chuka Soba Hirai, KURUMED COFFEE, Curry no Mise Pusan, but it's the only one with Tabelog Kissaten 100 recognition. KURUMED COFFEE offers a comparable coffee program but fewer seats and no weekend reservations; if you need guaranteed seating on a weekday, Kurumi Do Kissa Ten is the safer choice. Goto Udon Bizenya and Kodaira Udon Kodaira honten run slightly lower (under JPY 1,000 at Kodaira Udon) and lean heavier, choose those if you're prioritizing a meal over a coffee stop.
Kurumi Do Kissa Ten's 40-seat capacity and wheelchair accessibility give it an edge for families or small groups; KURUMED COFFEE and Chuka Soba Hirai both operate tighter layouts. The take-out service also sets it apart, none of the peer venues offer grab-and-go pastries or sandwiches with the same consistency. If you're planning a multi-stop Kokubunji day, start here for coffee and pastries, then move to Goto Udon or Curry no Mise Pusan for lunch.
Booking difficulty favors Kurumi Do Kissa Ten on weekdays (reservations accepted) but evens out on weekends when all five venues run walk-in only. Arrive before 11:30 AM on Saturday or Sunday to avoid waits. If Kokubunji feels too far, consider Jōdo Saké Bar in Los Angeles or Onigiri Time in Pasadena for Japanese-focused stops closer to home, though neither match the Tabelog pedigree.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Kurumi Do Kissa Ten?
The listed hours are 11 AM–6 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, with Thursday closed. Because those hours end before typical dinner timing, plan a daytime visit rather than an evening meal. The price range is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999.
What should I wear to Kurumi Do Kissa Ten?
Casual, comfortable clothing is a reasonable choice for a Tokyo daytime visit; contact the venue if you need guidance for a specific occasion.
Can Kurumi Do Kissa Ten accommodate groups?
What should I order at Kurumi Do Kissa Ten?
Check the current menu directly with the venue. The price range is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, Kurumi Do Kissa Ten is listed in Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022.
Can I eat at the bar at Kurumi Do Kissa Ten?
How far ahead should I book Kurumi Do Kissa Ten?
The schedule is Monday–Wednesday and Friday–Sunday, 11 AM–6 PM, closed Thursday; confirm directly with the venue for current booking guidance.
