It was Nellie & Chris who suggested to visit La Kagu in Kagurazaka
on our last day in Tokyo. Despite of the cold weather 0 degree Celsius and long
walk along the Yaraicho Streets when we reached there it was worth it. An hip eco-green
street fashion heaven, lifestyle, bookstore and café. La Kagu is pretty new up
and trendy two storey shop cum café, it was opened in October 2014.
The La Kagu building, designed by Kengo Kuma and Associates, is
built around a 1965 storage facility that's been carefully revamped while maintaining
its Showa-era charm and the comfy outdoor terrace.
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| La Kagu Cafe |
On ground floor, as I entered I was awakened by coffee aromas from
the café. Apart from coffee they also served other drinks, food and desserts.
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| La Kagu Cafe |
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love the open concept and long wooden tables. I was quite pack on that day,
most of the seats were taken.
Next to the café is the women's clothing section from brands like
Acne, Maison Martin Margiela and Marni. And also there is a section selling art
pieces and household products.
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| La Kagu event hall |
The second floor houses men's fashion, Nordic vintage furniture
and around 3,000 books, all available for purchase. There is an also an event
hall.
La Kagu Lifestyle Store & Cafe, Kagurazaka
Address: 67 Yaraicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
Shop Tel: 03-5227-6977
Café Tel: 03-5579-2130
Operating Hour: Shop 11am-8pm, Café 8am-10pm
Public of Transportation: Kagurazaka Station (Tozai line) exit 2;
Ushigome-Kagurazaka Station (Oedo line) exit A1; Iidabashi Station (Sobu line)
For more information about La Kagu Lifestyle Store & Cafe, Kagurazaka,
Tokyo, please visit http://www.lakagu.com
wow, so nice, wish to go there~
ReplyDeleteOMG its beautiful :) loving that handbag
ReplyDeleteThe cafe is very inviting. I love those items on display.
ReplyDeleteLovely cafe. Bet the coffee taste real good too. Lucky you...
ReplyDeleteI did a double take seeing "Acne" as one of the women clothing brand! haha, any photos to share how "acne" is the clothings?
ReplyDeleteIf I was in your country I would have visit the place.
ReplyDeleteI love the wooden tables. The concept is so communal. :)
ReplyDeletei wonder if the plates are small or are the muffins and scones just giant sized? haha! this wouldn't really be my ideal cafe to chillax at, but if i were ever to visit tokyo (not part of my japan trip plan for now), i'll still drop by for a look!
ReplyDeleteI took note of this. I'll make sure to visit next time I'm in Tokyo. The muffins and the scones looked big! I love how unpretentious the places is but at the same time, it looks very chill and comfy.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great place to visit. How are the prices on the shop?
ReplyDeleteOMG, looks nice if I were there right now. hahah the situation and design of the building is relaxing.
ReplyDeleteWow! Wonderful place. And a cool business idea. So much in one place. Something I'll like to try in my country when I have the money.
ReplyDeleteWhat a really cool place! How yummy does that chocolate muffin look?! Sim x
ReplyDeleteI love everything about this place! Look at that muffin!! =) Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteIt's nice to have a coffee shop that serves excellent pastries. It also has a place to shop and art gallery nearby. That's really convenient.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a great place to hang out. Next time I visit Japan, I'll check it out.
ReplyDeleteThese Japanese really know how to dress well and make simple things look so classy. I hope I can see this place too, too bad they only have Japanese books it seems.
ReplyDeleteWow, this store combines so many things in one! It is great that such stores provide a place to chill out after the long shopping, the muffins and scones look so delicious by the way!
ReplyDeleteSimply love the place. Hope I can visit this one someday.
ReplyDeleteThe store/cafe looks like a concept store and cafe built in one. I love how it looks like a refurbished chic warehouse, with beautiful pieces sold inside.
ReplyDeleteHow I wish I could go to Tokyo and explore what you experienced.. So nice!
ReplyDeleteNice business concept and the store looks cool and clean. Hope to visit La Kagu Lifestyle Store & Cafe someday
ReplyDeleteWow! This seems a really hip concept! I haven't been to a cafe with a store that sells lifestyle wear, but I've seen cafes with bookstores. Anyhow, would love to pay La Kagu a visit when I get the chance. :)
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