Hello, travelers!

This is Binako,
your Sarukuma writer — currently obsessed enough with episode 4 of “Will You Warm Up This Love?” to start watching it for the second time!

Today I’m introducing a wonderful little gem located in
Tasaki, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto City:
“FOOD&SWEETScafe Freedom Smile”.

The concrete exterior decorated with a cheerful smiley face logo makes this café absolutely adorable ♪
The bold logo makes the shop super easy to spot!

The parking lot is conveniently right next to the shop!
Just pull in near the cute smiley-face pole ♪

The atmosphere inside is wonderful, but the real highlight?
The staff are incredibly friendly and warm-hearted!!
Customers chat happily with each other, giving the whole place a bright, welcoming vibe ^^

The tables have a uniquely stylish design ♪
Every little detail is so chic and Instagram-worthy ( *´艸｀)

Tissues are placed at thoughtful intervals on each table —
perfect for wiping your mouth or hands. A subtle but lovely touch of hospitality ♪

Recommended Menu

Here’s a peek at the menu ♪

Cheese Dog — 450 yen
Daelong Cheese Stick — 500 yen
Ham & Cheese Hot Sandwich — 400 yen
Tornado Potato — 400 yen
Yangnyeom Chicken — M 500 yen / L 800 yen
Snow Ice (Choco Milk) — 450 yen

…and there are plenty more delicious options to explore!!

This time, I ordered the
Ham & Cheese Hot Sandwich (400 yen)!!

The savory ham mingles beautifully with the rich, melted cheese —
a flavor combination that’s simply unbeatable, no matter how you slice it.

Piping hot and freshly made, it’s the perfect way to satisfy a hungry stomach ♪

And of course, I had to try the famous
Cheese Dog (450 yen) —
something I’d been dreaming about for ages!!

Just look at that smiley face on top — too cute lol

STREEEEEEETCHY cheese!!
Oh my, this is irresistible!!
It’s seriously Instagram gold lol

And it tastes absolutely amazing!
You get to choose your sauce, and I went with the chili sauce ♪
That chili sauce is honestly out of this world ( *´艸｀)

And surprise!
Hidden inside, I found a juicy sausage waiting for me.

What kind of delicious bonus is this?!
Delicious × delicious — my mood stretched as far as the cheese itself.

The atmosphere was bright, the food was incredible, and the staff couldn’t have been kinder.
If you’re visiting Kumamoto, please drop by — you won’t regret it!

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Frequently Asked Questions

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