A popular cafe where you can relax in Bisei Town, Okayama Prefecture, a town that has been recognized as a starry sky World Heritage Site. If you're looking for tea, this is the place to go!

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Bisei Town in Ibara City, Okayama Prefecture, is an area that is known for its beautiful starry skies and abundant nature. We will introduce you to a relaxing cafe that is perfect for those who want to spend some relaxing time in Bisei Town.

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Okayama Prefecture is located in the Chuo of Western Japan, and is known as the "Land of Sunshine" due to its warm climate and little rain throughout the year. It is conveniently located halfway between famous tourist spots such as Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima, and is also the gateway to Shikoku via the Great Seto Bridge. Okayama is also known as the "Fruit Kingdom," and the fruits that grow in the warm climate of the Seto Inland Sea and sunshine are of the highest quality in terms of sweetness, aroma, and flavor. You can enjoy seasonal fruits such as white peaches, Muscat grapes, and Pione grapes! Okayama is also home to world-famous tourist spots such as Okayama Castle, Okayama Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's three most famous gardens, and Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, which are renowned for their history, culture, and art!

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A town certified as a starry sky World Heritage Site [Bisei Town, Okayama Prefecture]

Bisei Town is the first town in Asia to be certified as a "Starry Sky Protection Area," and has been recognized for its efforts to protect the beautiful starry sky. There are plenty of stargazing spots, such as Bisei Astronomical Observatory and Starry Sky Park, and there are facilities where you can enjoy stargazing during the day as well.

There are also farm markets and restaurants where you can enjoy fresh locally grown vegetables and fruits, as well as dishes made with the branded pork "Bisei Pork." Local delicacies such as the Bisei Burger and Soba Kento are especially popular.

There are also plenty of accommodation options and cafes available, and this time we will introduce some recommended cafes!

Old-style Cafe Hoshioto

"Kominka Cafe Hoshioto" is a cafe where you can enjoy a nostalgic atmosphere. The shop is a renovated old-fashioned house that is over 100 years old, and is characterized by its warm wooden architecture and calm Japanese atmosphere. When you step inside the shop, you will find a Japanese-modern interior that gives you a sense of nostalgia, and you can spend a relaxing time there.

The menu features handmade dishes and sweets made with plenty of fresh local ingredients. The lunch plate using seasonal vegetables and the handmade sweets are especially popular.

You can enjoy the taste of the nature-rich Bisei Town. The beautiful sweets are sure to look great in photos!

"Kominka Cafe Hoshioto" is run by a father and son, who made their dream of opening a cafe come true. Not only was the atmosphere in the cafe wonderful, but the two owners were also very warm and welcoming, making for a very comfortable time. However, it seems that they are very busy during lunch time, so it may be difficult to answer the phone. Please try calling outside of lunch time.

[Old folk house Cafe Hoshioto]

Address: 4042 Miyama, Bisei-cho, Ibara-shi, Okayama Prefecture (behind Kikuchi Liquor Store)

TEL: 0866-75-4319

Business hours: 11:00-16:00 *Lunch 11:00-14:00, Cafe 11:00-16:00

Closed: Irregular holidays *Please check the official Instagram account.

Parking: 10 spaces

Old House Cafe Hoshioto Official Instagram


Coffee Roastery.Slow

"Coffee Roastery.Slow" is a cafe where you can enjoy authentic coffee made with home-roasted coffee beans. The meaning of "Slow" is "living carefully", and the comment on their official Instagram page "Come visit us when you're messy" was very impressive. The interior of the store, which was renovated over four and a half years from an old house built over 120 years ago, is filled with the fragrant aroma of coffee beans.

The interior of the shop is simple and sophisticated, creating a relaxing atmosphere. It is especially recommended for those who want to enjoy a quiet moment and relax with some authentic coffee.

Above all, the coffee carefully brewed by the barista has a deep flavor that brings out the unique characteristics of the beans. The homemade cakes and snacks change weekly, so you'll want to come back every week.

[Coffee Roastery.Slow]

Address: 3603 Kurochu, Bisei-cho, Ibara City, Okayama Prefecture

TEL: 090-4802-4805

Business hours: Monday and Friday 10:00-18:00, Saturday and Sunday 10:00-21:00

Closed: Tuesday to Thursday

Parking: 5 spaces

Coffee Roastery.Slow Official Instagram


Why not take a break in the nature of Bisei Town?

Both are comfortable cafes where you can enjoy carefully selected coffee and sweets while looking out at the tranquil scenery of Bisei Town. Be sure to drop by for a short break between sightseeing trips or on your way out.

Okayama Prefecture is located in the Chuo of Western Japan, and is known as the "Land of Sunshine" due to its warm climate and little rain throughout the year. It is conveniently located halfway between famous tourist spots such as Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima, and is also the gateway to Shikoku via the Great Seto Bridge. Okayama is also known as the "Fruit Kingdom," and the fruits that grow in the warm climate of the Seto Inland Sea and sunshine are of the highest quality in terms of sweetness, aroma, and flavor. You can enjoy seasonal fruits such as white peaches, Muscat grapes, and Pione grapes! Okayama is also home to world-famous tourist spots such as Okayama Castle, Okayama Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's three most famous gardens, and Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, which are renowned for their history, culture, and art!

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