Hello there!
I just walked around for about an hour and I’m completely worn out!
This is Binako, your SaruKuma writer!

I really feel my stamina dropping year by year… haha

So today, I’d like to introduce a wonderful spot located in Higashino, Higashi-ku, Kumamoto City:
“Coffee PECO”.

If you’re a coffee lover, you’ll definitely want to relax with a cup at this atmospheric cafe!

PECO is located on the second floor of a building, and there’s parking available at the front of the ground level.

As you climb the stairs, you’ll be hit by a wave of nostalgia!

Please note that this is a traditional kissaten (Japanese-style cafe), so smoking is permitted inside.
It’s the perfect spot to take a relaxing breather over a good cup of coffee.

The retro charm is incredible, making it an ideal place for anyone wanting to experience the nostalgic atmosphere of old-school Japan!

The cafe has 4 table seats and counter seating!

Here’s the drink menu!
Drinks are conveniently grouped at 480 yen and 530 yen, making it easy to choose.

Other items include:
Chiffon Cake — 650 yen
Mini Parfait — 550 yen

And you can get a coffee refill for just +200 yen!

Here are the set menus!
Morning Lunch
Set A (Toast, Mini Salad, Coffee) — 600 yen
Set B (Rice, Ham & Egg, Miso Soup, Coffee) — 750 yen

Lunch Service
Daily Lunch (Monday–Friday)
Lunch A (Meat Croquette, Fried Fish, Rice, Miso Soup) — 780 yen
Lunch B (Beef Yakiniku, Rice, Miso Soup) — 850 yen

You can also order a single item for 750 yen + Sets A through D!

There’s also a photo of the chiffon cake set!

The sugar holder is so stylish and nostalgic — it really takes you back!
The owner’s wife was incredibly warm and welcoming, too.

Recommended Menu

This time, I went with the Chiffon Cake!

It comes not only with chiffon cake but also vanilla ice cream and a generous variety of fresh fruit on top!
The moment it arrived at my table, I thought, “Wow, is this really all for me?!”
The ice cream slowly melts and seeps into the chiffon cake — heavenly…

I watched it carefully, then took a bite of ice cream, then some fruit…

And the chiffon cake soaked with vanilla ice cream — absolutely delicious!
Of course, parts of it remain un-soaked too, giving you the best of both worlds!

The chiffon cake also has orange peel mixed in, which gives it a refreshing, light flavor!

The coffee has a pleasantly gentle bitterness — crisp and refreshing.
It was perfect for a hot afternoon!

I planned to sip slowly and savor it… but before I knew it, I was gulping it down! Haha.
Even the syrup and milk containers are adorable!

Coffee PECO is truly a cozy, nostalgic spot that puts your heart at ease.

Frequently Asked Questions

*Information is current as of the time of reporting. Prices and hours may change. Please confirm before your visit.