Café Mamebo

1 Chome-1-12 Komegafukuro, Aoba Ward, Sendai, Miyagi 980-0813, Japan
+81 22-738-8066
$$$ Cafe , Gift shop
(181 Reviews)
Price Range ¥1,000–2,000

Café Mamebo sits quietly along the river in Aoba Ward, offering a thoughtful stop for anyone looking to slow down with a carefully brewed cup of coffee. This spot blends the feel of a neighborhood café with a boutique touch, thanks to its dual role as a gift shop featuring various coffee beans. The view through the bamboo outside adds a serene backdrop that many find grounding, especially on leisurely afternoons.

The owners take pride in their craft, evident in the selection of beans ranging from carefully sourced single origins to unique house blends. Visitors often spend time chatting with the staff, who are patient in explaining the nuances of their coffee offerings and the handmade ceramics used for serving. This transparency adds an educational layer that coffee enthusiasts appreciate.

While the coffee is the main draw—robust, smooth, and prepared with meticulous attention to detail—the café also offers homemade sweets, including a chocolate cake and a cheesecake that locals mention as sweet complements to their drinks. The slow pour-over method paired with the café’s quiet, unhurried environment draws those looking to unwind alone or connect with a friend without the usual bustle.

Because the space is modest and the atmosphere quiet, it's particularly well-suited for weekday afternoons or early weekend visits when you can fully savor the calming river views and low-volume classic music playing in the background.

All in all, Café Mamebo feels like a place for people who treat their coffee moments as a small ritual—whether they’re exploring the variety of beans on offer or simply enjoying a delicate slice of cake with the gentle rustle of bamboo outside.

Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Popular for
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves coffee
Best for
Serves dessert
Accessibility
Has wheelchair accessible entrance
Has wheelchair accessible seating
Parking
Free parking lot
On-site parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

12:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday

12:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday

12:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday

Closed

Friday

12:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday

12:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Sunday

12:00 AM - 7:00 PM

181 Reviews
David Monteith

06 Jan 2026

I was drawn in while walking by after noticing the large selection of various beans this shop offers, the owner speaks English and was very welcoming, after meeting him at the door and going through a speech on covid precautions we were told we could enter the shop, I was given a brief tour and shown to the selection of coffee beans, I immediately noticed the attention to detail as I watched the owners wife sort through the beans only selecting the best ones for roasting, needless to say I walked out with a few bags of beans, and the owner was kind enough to provide me with a guide to Sendai and thanked me for traveling to Sendai

Peter Journeay-Kaler

23 Dec 2025

Excellent micro roaster with good house blends, a selection of single origin beans and nice homemade cakes. Well made pour overs served in high quality hand made ceramics. Very relaxing atmosphere with views through bamboo to the river and nice low volume classic playing. Highly recommended.

Christa

29 Nov 2025

A very homey feeling cafe, with a view overlooking the river. Owners were very nice and explained to me fully about the menu and the pottery used for the cups. It is clear that they know their coffee and there is a large selection of coffee beans to choose from. Coffee was really good although kind of pricey, and the cheesecake was delicious too.

Andhika Wijaya

26 Nov 2025

A little cafe with a lovely atmosphere and bamboo grove for window scenery. I tried the Indonesian Mandheling and it was very delicious. The coffee selection here is magnificent.

Yasuやす

26 Nov 2025

Cafe Mamebou is a hidden gem for coffee lovers. Their black coffee was robust yet smooth, carrying a depth of flavor that’s both invigorating and comforting. I could taste the care put into each pour. The coffee ice cream; however, was a true surprise – creamy, richly infused with coffee essence, and perfectly balanced in sweetness. It’s a refreshing and indulgent treat that complemented the black coffee beautifully, making it a must-try combination for me

Antonia N

25 Nov 2025

Owners were so nice! They also speak english. Iced coffee was very good and they definitely know a lot about their craft. Such a cozy spot, would recommend! They do not accept Card Payment.

Bupphachart Suksai

19 Nov 2025

A cozy cafe “Cafe Mamebo” Worthy Cafes in Sendai city, Japan You can Enjoy the exquisite combination of good favor coffee will be served with cup of Sendai's pottery artists? The owner very nice and warm welcoming to the customers

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