5 Must-Try Japanese Breakfast Spots in Kurashiki and Ibara

• Table of Contents
• 1. Roastery Cafe Miniature (Kurashiki City)
• 2. Chillda (Kurashiki City )
• 3. New Linden ( Kurashiki City)
• 4. Le Monde (Kurashiki City)
• 5. Restaurant Hoshinosato (Ibara City)

1. Roastery Cafe Miniature (Kurashiki City)

At "Roastery Cafe Shukuzu" located in Aoe , Kurashiki City, you can enjoy shiny and chewy rice balls made with "Hinohikari", a local rice from Okayama Prefecture. The rice ball morning set includes two types of rice balls, three side dishes that change monthly, and miso soup with plenty of ingredients and a gentle sweetness. In addition, a kids' morning set has recently been added, making it a great place for the whole family to enjoy.

*From August 2024, a one-order system will be introduced for children aged 3 and over.

The relaxed atmosphere of the cafe is also appealing. It will turn even the busiest mornings into something a little more special. Parking is limited to the number of seats, so try to carpool if possible.

[Roastery Cafe] Location: 722 Aoe, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture

TEL: 086-486-5951

Business hours: 8:00-17:00 (Morning 8:00-10:30)

Closed: Friday

Parking: Available

◎ New Year's holiday business hours: Closed from December 27, 2024 to January 4, 2025. *Please check our official SNS for details.

roastery cafe shikuzu | official Instagram

2. Chillda (Kurashiki City )

Chillda, located in the Kojima area of ​​Kurashiki City , is a popular cafe known for its fluffy pancakes, but its morning menu is also very popular! You can choose between Japanese and Western style, and the Japanese style morning menu comes with rice balls, miso soup, and a small side dish, and has a gentle, comforting taste.

The store is a renovated storehouse that has been around since the Edo period, and the warmth of the wood creates a nostalgic, relaxing atmosphere. The concept is "a relaxing space you can't experience at home," and good old things are incorporated throughout. You can spend a relaxing morning enjoying the retro atmosphere.

[chillda]

Address: 1-8-15 Kojima, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture

TEL: 070-8340-0497

Business hours: 9:00-17:00 (morning 9:00-11:00)

Closed: Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Parking: Available

chillda｜Official Instagram

3. New Linden ( Kurashiki City)

"New Linden" is a long-established coffee shop in Hiroe , Kurashiki City, which has been in business for over 50 years. There are six different Japanese breakfast sets to choose from. The standard set includes rice, miso soup, grilled fish, and a small side dish, and all are very filling. A kids' breakfast menu is also available, so it is recommended for families.

The interior of the shop is antique-style, with a charming retro atmosphere. Every seat is comfortable, and every spot is stylish enough to look picturesque. It's located right next to the Mizushima IC on the Setouchi Chuo Expressway, so it's easy to access. Why not spend a nostalgic morning at this coffee shop loved by local regulars?

[New Linden]

Address: 1-14-25 Hiroe , Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture

TEL: 086-455-6725

Business hours: 8:00-21:00 (morning 8:00-11:00)

Closed: Mondays *Check official social media for other details

Parking: Available

◎ New Year's holiday business hours: Closed from 2024/12/30 to 2025/1/3

New Linden | Official Instagram

4. Le Monde (Kurashiki City)

Le Monde is a coffee shop that has been loved for over 40 years in the Mizushima area of ​​Kurashiki City. The Japanese morning meal includes rice balls, miso soup, and a small side dish, and you can enjoy the simple, gentle flavors that are full of a homemade feel. It has a reputation for serving simple yet hearty breakfasts, which will help you recharge your energy in the morning.

Founded in 1980, this shop features a retro Showa-era atmosphere both inside and out, and is a popular spot for locals to relax. Enjoy a relaxing morning in this homey space, frequented by many regulars.

[Le Monde] Address: 3-9-8 Kanda , Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture

TEL: 086-448-0341

Business hours: 8:00-20:00 (morning 8:00-11:00)

Closed: None Parking: Available

◎ New Year's holiday hours: Normal business hours on 12/31/2024, closed on 1/1/2025 * Opening hours from 1/2 onwards are undecided (detailed opening hours will be posted in store)

5. Restaurant Hoshinosato (Ibara City)

Located inside the open-air market in Bisei-cho, Ibara City, "Oshokudokoro Hoshinosato" serves meals using mainly pesticide-free vegetables grown by the owner himself with the desire to "deliver safe and delicious food to customers." There are two types of Japanese breakfast to choose from: the standard Japanese set with rice, grilled fish, a small side dish, and miso soup, and the soba set with soba and rice balls. The Japanese set is served with eggs procured from the local "Sakamoto Keiran" and you can choose between "raw eggs" or "boiled eggs."

The interior of the store is a relaxing space where you can feel the warmth of wood. The high ceilings and large windows let in light, giving it a sense of openness. You can spend a relaxing and special time in this nostalgic atmosphere.

[Hoshi no Sato Restaurant] Address: 45-1 Nishimizusuna, Bisei-cho, Ibara-shi, Okayama Prefecture

TEL: 0866-87-3595

Business hours: 9:00-19:00 (morning 9:00-10:45)

Closed: Tuesday

Parking: Available

◎ Business hours during the New Year holidays

2024/12/30: 9:00-17:00 (shortened hours)

Closed from 2024/12/31 to 2025/1/3

2025/1/4-1/6 11:00-16:00 (shortened hours)

*Please check our official social media for details.

Restaurant Hoshinosato | Official website

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