It is now clear that I'm not very consistent. After two months of unannounced and unintended hiatus from this blog, I'm ready. Woo!
We've been telling you about coffee shops away from home - Kyoto, Ginza, etc - but today I'll tell you about our neighborhood kissaten. Musetto is just around the corner from home and smack dap in the middle of what we call the Honch, or Honcho. To Navy affiliates in the area, it means Little America, and the place where sailors wander to to get a little crazy on the weekends. During the day, though, the area is active with Japanese families and couples, complete with various festivals and musical performances.
I.e., musetto is perfect for people watching.
A modest shop with mismatched furniture and a wall that comes off completely to bring in fresh air, musetto is quaint yet impressive. Their drink varieties include the classic lattes and some signature drinks. I recently tried the soy honey latte; I must admit that it was on the sweet side, but still pretty delicious. Though I can't speak to any of their teas because I haven't tried any, their selection is extensive. Musetto also has a menu of plated meals and really great sweets. So whatever time of day you're in, you won't leave discontent.
As for this shop, we highly recommend. So take a walk straight out Main Gate and it will be a block up on your right. Their menus include English.
