Paddlers Coffee, Hatagaya

Paddlers Coffee is quite a popular cafe that I’ve seen pop up a number of times now as I’ve been researching for new coffee shops to visit in Tokyo. It’s a little out of the way (in a suburb called Hatagaya a little bit west of Shibuya) but recently with the opening of the new indie bookstore Featherheart Books nearby, I finally had a good enough excuse to check it out. They are more of an espresso-style cafe, serving lattes (with soy or oat milk options available), plus cold brews. Paddlers has a super-cute interior and really gives off that “your neighborhood cafe” type of vibe. It is quite a popular spot, so there can be a line depending on when you go. The first time I visited here was a bit before 11am on a Saturday, and we had a 20 minute wait. They also have a one hour time limit (even on weekdays) so this isn’t really the place to relax at for too long. But! The coffee is genuinely really good. A cold brew and their soy latte Their hot coffee is very smooth, and the cold brew…

Commenting on Bubbles has been removed. Why? If you want to talk about this post, write to the author, use the comments on their blog if it has them, or reply with a "RE:" post on your own blog. Suggestions? feedback@bubbles.town