Tucked away in a corner of Tokyo’s unassuming Nerima Ward is this garden and café, complete with terrace, that conjures up the atmosphere of a verdant countryside. In lush grounds that have been lovingly cultivated since Japan’s Edo period (1603-1868) flourish flowers including spirea in March, hydrangeas in June, and Japan’s emblematic cherry blossoms in their highly anticipated early spring season.
Sunny mornings see the premises filled with light that is filtered through the trees, making this a relaxing spot to enjoy a breakfast menu (9am–11am) that includes quiche (¥770) made with 100 percent fresh cream, scrambled eggs (¥660), and a BML plate comprising bacon, fried egg, lettuce and bread (¥990). For an additional ¥330, all of these options can be enjoyed as a set that adds coffee or tea (hot or iced), apple juice or orange juice. A private terrace is also available for a charge of ¥500 per hour.
Written by Darren Gore based on the original text by Tomomi Nakamura