With the summer wrapping up, we now face the โvacation-modeโ hangover as we sluggishly attempt to go back to our everyday routines. As we all look back on the memories of the summerโwhether you spent it on staycations or a trip around the country or across the globeโI know you already miss the freedom of sleep and relaxation.
Are you already planning out what youโre going to do or where youโll be going for next yearโs summer vacation? Outside of the country, one of the most popular places to go would be Japan. The possibilities on what to do there are endless! In Tokyo, one of the most popular spots for tourists is be the iconic Shibuya Crossing.
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Featured in several movies, anime, manga, and other popular culture, itโs only natural to want to have a photo of the crossing. If you want to take a good photo without the stress of the crowd or time racing against you as you cross the street, hereโs a tip.
If youโve been there or if youโve seen pictures, youโll notice that the Starbucks across the street would always be crowded with businessmen or tourists trying to take a photo of the crossing. But thereโs another location where not a lot of people go to or know about.
Just across the street in the Shibuya 109 Menโs building is Hoshino Coffee (ๆไน็็ฒๅบ). Not only is the Shibuya view here great, the place is also famous for their delicious pancake soufflรฉs.
This is their original pancake soufflรฉ priced at ยฅ530 (PHP 237) for single and ยฅ680 (PHP 304) for double pancakes. You get your choice of maple syrup, honey, or brown sugar syrup. They serve other varieties as well.
Strawberries were in season when I visited so they offered a special menu!
Theyโre also popular for their hand-dripped coffee:
From L-R: iced chocolate drink, hot chocolate, hand-dripped coffee, and fruits tea
Not a fan of pancakes or not in the mood for it? They also serve other foods like sandwiches and french toast. They have an English menu available and the staff could understand and speak basic English (you can ask for their English menu by saying: โeigo no menu arimasu ka?โ/ ่ฑ่ชใฎใกใใฅใผใใใพใใ.)
The best part? If you dine in their Shibuya branch, not only would you get to eat delicious food โ youโll also get the view:
You get to watch in awe as people scramble from one end to another as they cross the busy streets of Shibuya. Say goodbye to long lines and stress! Why not kill two birds with one stone by having pancakes with a view?
If you want to skip the Shibuya crossing, but still want to eat pancake soufflรฉs, Hoshino Coffee has several branches around Tokyo.
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Hoshino Coffee
Address: Shibuya 109 Menโs 2F, 1-23-10, Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Phone Number: 03-3477-8038
Website: www.hoshinocoffee.com
