01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Selecting a preferred tea bowl from the display to enjoy freshly whisked matcha and seasonal Japanese sweets brings a welcoming moment of calm away from the everyday. Located in Yanaka, Taito City, Gallery Okubo Yugaan (ギャラリー大久保 瑜伽庵) is a peaceful spot that combines an antique shop with a tearoom and cafe space. Holding antique vessels steeped in history, visitors can spend quiet time admiring the thoughtful interior appointments and hearing about the utensils.
Tea, Sweets, and Lunch Options
Alongside the classic combination of matcha and wagashi, lunch sets offer a more substantial meal. Options extend beyond light cafe snacks to satisfying fare such as a special keema curry served with 18-grain rice, homemade pickles, and soup, or a vegetable and mushroom quiche paired with thick-sliced toast, homemade pickles, and soup. There are also hot sandwich sets served with a drink and a choice of fillings—such as keema curry, ham and cheese, or blueberry and cheese—convenient for a lighter lunch or an afternoon break.
A Relaxing Cafe Pause While Exploring the Neighborhood
The coffee selection includes hot drip coffee, espresso, cappuccino with frothed milk, and iced coffee served in a 12-ounce glass, each accompanied by a bite-sized chocolate. Juices including orange, pineapple, and mango, as well as beer and other alcoholic beverages, offer drinks suited to different moods. With table service inside to pause and rest, or the option to book a Japanese tea ceremony experience in advance, it is an easy stop before or after strolling around Yanaka.
