Our very first shop - and still the heart of everything we do as we expand globally - is rooted in the historic city of Kyoto, the birthplace of our founder and the origin of our motto ‘We Serve Specialty Coffee from Kyoto.’ In this small 28m² space, baristas and guests from all over the world come together to share conversations, enjoy carefully crafted coffee, and experience the hospitality that defines Kurasu.”
Opened in July 2020 on Kyoto’s iconic furniture street, Kurasu Ebisugawa was born during COVID as a concept store to celebrate and nurture the culture of home brewing. Here, we intentionally set aside commercial cafe equipment - serving lattes brewed with an AeroPress and home grinders - to show that every drink we craft can be made at home.
Everything we use is available in-store, inviting guests to discover that amazing coffee isn’t limited to professionals, but something anyone, anywhere, can brew and enjoy.
In August 2021, we relocated our roastery from Fushimi Inari to Nishijin, a district in Kyoto renowned for centuries as a home of master craftspeople - known for kimono weaving, metalwork, and traditional artistry.
It’s here that we found the perfect place to pursue our own craft: roasting exceptional coffee from our partners around the world on our Loring 35kg roaster. The space also houses our Kashi baking team, making it a true Kyoto-based production hub, thoughtfully renovated from a historic machiya townhouse.
Though open to the public only once a month, the roastery quietly serves the community every day, with coffee beans always available through our 24/7 vending machine.”
Opened in July 2017, Waterloo was our very first overseas challenge and the beginning of Kurasu’s global journey. As our flagship in Singapore, it taught us how to stay rooted in Kyoto while learning to embrace localization, shaping the way we grow around the world.
Built on the strength of an incredible local team, Waterloo has become more than a café - it is now a hub for Singapore’s coffee community, a place where people gather, connect, and carry forward the spirit of Kurasu.
Opened in April 2023, our Orchard Stand is both an homage to our Kyoto Stand and a uniquely Singaporean expression of Kurasu. Set in the heart of bustling Orchard Road, where thousands pass by each day, it offers an oasis of pause - a place to grab a cup on the go, or to linger in the intimate space with our baristas inside, or the lounge just outside.
Its calm and thoughtful atmosphere stands in gentle contrast to the commercial energy around it, a balance we’ve grown comfortable creating.
Renovated from an old photo studio, our Thonglor shop embodies what we love to do - breathing new life into old spaces and giving them fresh meaning for the city. Just steps from Thonglor BTS station on the main street, it stands apart in a city where specialty coffee shops are often tucked away or require a bike ride to reach. Here, anyone can drop by - tourists, business people, or locals looking for a quick pause - and share in the spirit of Kurasu.
We serve both coffee from Kyoto and Thai coffee roasted locally, reflecting our vision of building new connections between origin and cup, and creating something truly new for the coffee community.
Located inside UOB Plaza, our Bangkok Stand brings a little piece of Kyoto into the city’s business district. Designed for people on the move - especially those working nearby - it may be a small space, but it carries all the warmth and passion of Kurasu. Every cup we serve is crafted with care, offering a brief pause in the workday and a chance to connect over truly good coffee.
Our very first store in Jakarta, Kurasu Senopati, was intentionally placed on the second floor of Templ in a quiet residential neighborhood - tucked away from the rush of the city. Inside, the space offers a sense of calm where guests can sit with friends, or take a seat at the counter to chat with baristas as they brew. The atmosphere is softly illuminated by iconic lighting crafted with Japanese washi techniques and banana paper by artisans in Bali, blending traditions and cultures into one tranquil coffee experience.
Kissaten is our way of reimagining the Japanese cafe tradition in Jakarta, inspired by our founder Yozo’s mother, Akiko, who once ran a jazz kissaten in Kyoto. True to that spirit, the space embraces many faces - calm and tranquil in the morning, then alive at night with DJs spinning vinyl, community events, activations, or even a casual BBQ outside.
It has grown into an iconic gathering place in Jakarta, carrying forward our foundation of community and connection through coffee, music, and shared experiences.
In Menteng, a neighborhood rich with history and character, we created a shop that feels both surprising and unmistakably Kurasu. With red carpets, a piano, and vintage furniture, it may not look like our usual style at first glance - but step inside, and the atmosphere of warmth, connection, and great coffee is instantly familiar. Just beyond the windows, trains pass by, adding to the charm of a place where friends and family gather to relax and share in the Kurasu experience.
Amid the energy of Grand Indonesia Mall, we created a haven where specialty coffee and Kyoto sensibility meet the rhythm of the city. As our first step into a mall environment, it marked a new phase for Kurasu - designed with intention through open ceilings, a bold counter, and striking lighting.
Here, longtime followers of Kurasu can experience us in a new way, while countless new guests discover us for the very first time, making it a true crossroads of community and culture.
In Dubai, our shop at Dar Wasl Mall is where Kurasu’s Japanese roots meet a global crossroads, welcoming people from all over the world to share a cup with us. As our very first shop in the Middle East, we were received with such warmth and open arms, and quickly discovered how much potential there is for our craft to grow here.
Dar Wasl has become a bridge between Kyoto and Dubai - an inviting space where cultures meet, and where we continue to expand the reach of what Kurasu can be.
