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Take a break after a soak in hot spring: 5 recommended cafes in Beppu

Beppu is known for its hot hot spring. There are also records of many famous writers visiting in the past to enjoy hot spring, and enjoying coffee at a cafe after their bath. In this article, we will introduce five recommended cafes in Beppu, a city dotted with coffee shops and cafes. Why not take a break at a cafe during your trip, between sightseeing or after hot spring?

Enjoy exquisite sweets in a 90-year-old mansion

"Cream Anmitsu" (850 yen) made with plenty of fruit
"Cream Anmitsu" (850 yen) made with plenty of fruit

Beppu is dotted with many historic villa-style buildings. This coffee shop is a place where you can spend a relaxing time in such an atmosphere. Not only is the building historic, but it also has a long history as a coffee shop, having been established in 1981.
This villa-style restaurant has beautiful sunlight streaming in through the large glass windows, and you can enjoy Oita Prefecture's local cuisine and exquisite sweets. The restaurant has a wide selection of sweets, including its famous "Dango-jiru" (dumpling soup) and "Yaseuma" (sliced skewered meat), as well as "Cream Anmitsu" (a type of sweet soup made with cream and jelly). You can enjoy this restaurant at any time of the day.

Feel the warmth of wooden architecture

Beautiful interior lit by sunlight and lighting
Beautiful interior lit by sunlight and lighting

The impressive wooden architecture of both the interior and exterior of the restaurant evokes the atmosphere of the restaurant's early days. From the tables to the tableware and lighting, you can sense the attention to detail that went into every aspect of the restaurant.
The name Shinanoya was inherited by the grandfather of the current owner from a soba noodle shop that had been operating in Kanaike-cho, Oita City since the end of the Edo period. The dango soup that is served from early in the morning is a popular specialty dish loved by locals. It can get crowded at breakfast time on weekends, so it is recommended that you go there with plenty of time.

Comments Local Guide
The hostess, who is very service-minded, will tell you a wide range of stories, from the history of the building to the history of Beppu, making for a wonderful time.
Sabo Shinanoya
  • 住所6-32 Nishinoguchicho, Beppu City, Oita Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスAbout 5 minutes walk from the west exit of JR Beppu Station
  • 営業時間9:00〜18:00（L.O.17:30）
  • 定休日Thursday
  • TEL0977-25-8728
  • 駐車場to exist

Art, literature, music. A time to experience various cultures

The cafe space is lined with books and original confitures.
The cafe space is lined with books and original confitures.

Property is a renovated inn built in 1899, and includes a hall, gallery, cafe and shop. Events are held regularly in the hall on the second floor, and it is a key location in Beppu where various cultures from inside and outside the prefecture come together.
The books displayed in the cafe space are mainly related to Beppu and Oita Prefecture, providing great information for travelers. At the select shop, you can purchase pottery and bamboo crafts by Kyushu artists, as well as homemade "hot spring jam."

Enjoy a unique moment with specially selected sweets and a special atmosphere

Recommended: "Oita Mont Blanc (drink set)" (1,100-1,130 yen)
Recommended: "Oita Mont Blanc (drink set)" (1,100-1,130 yen)

They also have a wide range of drinks to choose from, including their original coffee and tea. The recommended cakes are their original ones, and the most popular is the "Oita Mont Blanc." The cream is made with plenty of Japanese chestnuts from Oita Prefecture, and you can feel the rich sweetness and aroma of chestnuts. You can order it at any time, regardless of the season, so you can enjoy the taste of Oita Prefecture all year round.
Another attractive feature is the limited-edition cakes available according to the season.

Comments Local Guide
You can relax on the sofa by the window, enjoying coffee and sweets while reading a book, and enjoy a soothing time.
Fujiya Hanaya Momo Hall & Gallery
  • URLhttps://www.fujiya-momo.jp/
  • 住所Oita Prefecture, Beppu City, Kannawakami 1 GroupMAP
  • アクセスApproximately 16 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station
  • バスアクセスTake the bus from JR Beppu Station, get off at "Kanawa" and walk for about 3 minutes
  • 営業時間10:00〜17:00
  • 定休日Monday and Tuesday
  • TEL0977-66-3251
  • 駐車場to exist

Enjoy exquisite sweets made with seasonal fruits

The interior of the store is lit by sunlight streaming in through the large windows.
The interior of the store is lit by sunlight streaming in through the large windows.

This cafe is located in a residential area near Beppu City Hall. There is Parking, so you can come by car. The interior of the store is decorated with various types of lighting and lots of dried flowers, creating a cute atmosphere. There are counter seats and table seats, so it can accommodate a wide range of customers.
Some of the popular sweets are available for take-out and are very popular with locals and tourists alike. Handmade goods by artists are also sold, so we recommend purchasing souvenirs that you can only get here.

A cake set that is not only delicious but also cute to look at

Cake set (chocolate cake and mixed berry smoothie) 1,150 yen
Cake set (chocolate cake and mixed berry smoothie) 1,150 yen

The most popular menu item is the cake set. You can choose from about four different types of cake, which is a nice plus. The cakes are served with seasonal fruits.
The chocolate gateau has just the right amount of firmness and a rich chocolate flavor. It has a good balance of sweetness and bitterness, and goes perfectly with the sour mixed berry smoothie. In addition to the drinks in the set, you can also choose soft drinks such as blended coffee and orange juice.

Comments Local Guide
This cafe is a great place to take a break after enjoying hot spring in the Kannawa hot spring area and before heading back towards Beppu Station. The "Yu-boshi Plate" lunch is also very popular.
Evening star (yu★zutsu)
  • URLhttps://www.instagram.com/yu_zutsu/
  • 住所30-16 Uenokuchicho, Beppu City, Oita Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 6 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station
  • バスアクセスTake the bus from JR Beppu Station, get off at "Noguchihara" and walk for about 5 minutes
  • 営業時間Lunch 11:00-14:00, Cafe 14:00-17:00 (L.O. 16:00)
    Saturdays and holidays 13:00-17:00 (last orders 16:00)
  • 定休日Sundays, 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month *Closed for lunch on Saturdays and public holidays
  • TEL0977-27-5151
  • 駐車場5 units *1 unit per group

Enjoy a sandwich buffet at this coffee shop that has been in business for 40 years

A buffet with 40 types of sandwiches (1,200 yen, includes coffee)
A buffet with 40 types of sandwiches (1,200 yen, includes coffee)

This coffee shop is famous for its specially roasted coffee and sandwich buffet. It is crowded with locals and tourists regardless of whether it is a weekday or weekend. Cafes tend to have an image of dessert, but this shop's recommendation is the wide selection of sandwiches. Original sandwiches such as "burdock" and "beans" are lined up on the counter, and customers can pick them up and enjoy them. All of the colorful ingredients are handmade, and each has its own unique taste, which is the reason for its popularity.

Recommended coffee arrangements for young people

"Au Lait Glacé" (800 yen) is a two-layer drink of cold-brewed iced coffee and milk.
"Au Lait Glacé" (800 yen) is a two-layer drink of cold-brewed iced coffee and milk.

"We want young people to experience the goodness of traditional coffee shops," says the owner, and in addition to offering original coffees, they are also focusing on providing coffee-based arrangements. New menu items are being introduced one after another, such as "au lait glacé," which is sweetened with special milk and "cafe float," which is topped with ice cream, so that even people who don't like coffee can enjoy it.
In addition to the buffet, there are also sandwich set menus and cake sets, making it an exciting restaurant where you will discover something new every time you visit.

Comments Local Guide
I was touched to hear that the current owner, a regular customer, took over the restaurant from the previous owner. I can also see the restaurant's future prospects, and I'm looking forward to seeing what the future holds for it.
Aoyama Coffee House
  • URLhttps://www.instagram.com/aoyamacoffeebeppu/
  • 住所Aoyama Building 1F, 7-58 Aoyamacho, Beppu City, Oita PrefectureMAP
  • アクセスApproximately 10 minutes walk from JR Beppu Station
  • バスアクセスTake the bus from JR Beppu Station, get off at "Hotel Shiragiku-mae" and walk for about 3 minutes
  • 営業時間9:00-16:00 *Sandwich buffet 9:00-14:00 (ends when sold out)
  • 定休日none
  • TEL0977-25-8098
  • 駐車場to exist
  • メモOn weekends, the place can get crowded with customers who come for the sandwich buffet.

Spend a relaxing time in a store filled with the owner's particular tastes

The store is filled with antiques from Japan and abroad, carefully selected by the owner.
The store is filled with antiques from Japan and abroad, carefully selected by the owner.

Located about a 3-minute walk from Beppu Station, this hidden cafe just opened in the summer of 2022. They serve carefully brewed coffee, rice flour sweets, and more.
You can sit on the L-shaped chairs along the wall and enjoy the quiet space with ambient music playing. Since it is close to the downtown area in front of Beppu Station, we recommend spending some time here planning your meals or planning your travel plans for the next day or later.

Enjoy more than just coffee: try our original menu

"Affogato" (650 yen) accented with rice flour granola
"Affogato" (650 yen) accented with rice flour granola

They also have a wide variety of non-coffee items on the menu, such as the beautifully-appearing "Iced Cafe Latte" with two layers of espresso and milk, the "Affogato" with the perfect combination of rich espresso and ice cream, and "Soda with homemade syrup" made with seasonal fruits. Unusually for Beppu, they are open until late at night, and you can often see customers reading books in the calming light. You can enjoy a relaxing moment between your busy travels.

Comments Local Guide
I was fascinated by the interior design, where the owner's experience, having worked in the construction industry, was evident throughout.
Cafe Ichiame
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