A coffee shop from Kyoto, renowned for its attention to detail, has inspired the creation of a new café that emphasizes atmosphere with a Japanese touch. The design incorporates Gami paper and the narrative of filter coffee-making. Because the building has an almost triangular shape, the space required careful planning and adjustments.

Although the shop is located along a busy street, the aim was to avoid a sense of exposure and instead create a calm and private environment. To achieve this, Japanese Gami paper was introduced into the interior, complemented by lighting that produces a dimmer, more subdued ambiance, helping guests feel relaxed as soon as they enter. The counter is crafted from smoke-colored glass blocks, forming a bar that symbolizes paper darkened and polished by coffee filtering through it.

The merchandise zone uses layered paper-like elements to filter light, softening the space and creating a relaxed atmosphere without stiffness.

Overall, the café is designed with simplicity, balancing privacy with warmth, and offering an intimate coffee-drinking experience amidst the bustle of the city.