Archive Cafe Shy

With broad windows looking out onto Waseda-dori, Archive Cafe Shy is a place to settle in with a book. Its shelves hold the extensive collection of dancer Ko Murobushi, and browsing the books makes for a peaceful way to spend some time.

Coffee is available for dine-in. Settle in with a hot cup and leaf through books on the shelves that are not for sale, or open a volume picked up in one of the nearby second-hand book districts. The bright, naturally lit space is also a comfortable place to focus on work, whether you are reviewing a report or editing a manuscript.

The cafe is generally open on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, making it a useful spot for a break during a weekend stroll.