Ellery Coffee Shop: A Charming Hidden Café Tucked in a Kumamoto Neighborhood (Higashi-ku, Koto)
2021.01.15

A Sarukuma writer pays a personal visit to Ellery Coffee Shop, a stylish little café tucked away in Koto, Higashi-ku, Kumamoto City. Drinks start from just 600 yen. We’ve covered family-friendly tips, access, and opening hours so you can plan your visit with ease.
About the Café
Hello there!
This is Rikotama, writing for Sarukuma!
Today I’m excited to introduce a lovely little spot located in Koto, Higashi-ku, Kumamoto City:
Ellery Coffee Shop!

I happened to spot it while out for a family walk — “Wait, what an adorable building!”
As we got closer, we discovered a truly stylish café with the dreamiest exterior (≧▽≦)
Snowflakes had just started falling, and the white flecks against the deep green walls looked absolutely magical ☆

Welcome to Ellery Coffee Shop.
Open daily from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Closed on Wednesdays!

There are three parking spaces right next to the shop — perfect if you’re driving!

Step inside and you’re greeted by a cozy, intimate space with a chic, calming atmosphere ♬
A beautiful collection of coffee cups lines the area in front of the counter seats — already a treat for the eyes.

Toward the back, you’ll find two small tables, each seating two people — perfect for a quiet date or a chat with a friend!

You’ll also notice rows and rows of books lining the shelves!
The owner is a big mystery-novel fan, so there’s a strong selection of those titles (*^▽^*)
My husband and I both love a good mystery, so we couldn’t help but browse the collection with curiosity!
Menu Highlights

Here’s the coffee menu!
Ellery Blend
Colombia Supremo
Guatemala
Santos Nibla
Iced Coffee — 600 yen each
Cappuccino
Vienna Coffee
Café au Lait — 650 yen each

Tea Menu
Royal Blend / Darjeeling
Assam / Earl Grey — 600 yen each

And of course, sweets! (*^▽^*)
Chiffon Cake
Rich Cheesecake or Chocolate Cake — 500 yen each
Shinshu Azumino Grape Juice
Grapefruit Juice — 600 yen each
Ice Cream — 500 yen
※ 100 yen off when ordered with a drink as a set.

There are some special drinks too (=゚ω゚)ノ
Teddy Bear (the café’s original hot cocoa)
Hot Chocolate
Royal Milk Tea — 650 yen each

This time we ordered today’s chiffon cake special ♡

A duo plate featuring wild strawberry & matcha chiffon cakes!
The vibrant colors of the cakes, the lovely plate, and the unique fork made me pause just to take in the presentation (*´▽`*)
My son fell completely in love with the wild strawberry chiffon and gobbled it up ♪
I managed to sneak a bite — and wow, that sweet-tart strawberry flavor bursts in your mouth!!!
The matcha had a lovely lingering bitterness at the finish — incredibly delicious 😋

And one more thing!
We also had the Classic Pudding (300 yen)!
This pudding had a soft, gentle sweetness that took me right back to childhood (*´▽`*)
I also ordered the Shinshu Azumino grape juice, but completely forgot to take a photo!
Apologies (>_<) — it had a wonderfully rich, full-bodied grape flavor ☆
I’ve already decided that next time I’m coming back for the Teddy Bear hot cocoa (・ω・)ノ
If you find yourself in the Koto area of Kumamoto, definitely stop by — you won’t regret it.
Ellery Coffee Shop — Store Information
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Address
Koto, Higashi-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture
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Hours
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Closed
Wednesdays
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Phone
096-365-2700
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Website
http://ja-jp.facebook.com/ellerycoffee/
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Payment
Unknown
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Parking
Available
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No
Tatami seating
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No
Private rooms
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No
Kids’ tableware
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No
Children’s chairs
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No
Diaper changing table
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No
Stroller-accessible
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s a great family-friendly spot in Koto, Higashi-ku, Kumamoto City?
Ellery Coffee Shop is welcoming for visitors with kids and is one of the more popular cafés in Koto, Higashi-ku, Kumamoto City. Check out this article for the full scoop.
What are Ellery Coffee Shop’s hours and closing days?
Hours and closing days may change without notice. Please check the official website or call ahead before your visit.
※ Information is accurate as of the time of reporting. Prices and hours may change. Please confirm before visiting.
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Article Writer
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Sarukuma Editorial
Sarukuma Editorial is a small team of locals based in Kumamoto, Japan, sharing the hidden gems, hometown flavors, and seasonal experiences that make our region special. We write the kind of guide we wish we had when showing friends around — honest, practical, and made by people who actually live here.
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