Mottomotto Cafe
A Japanese manga café serving hojicha lattes, Donburi Onigiri in a sit-down format designed around reading and leisure.
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A Japanese manga café serving hojicha lattes, Donburi Onigiri in a sit-down format designed around reading and leisure.
The hojicha latte, made from roasted green tea, anchors a beverage program distinct from standard café coffee culture and rooted in Japanese tea preparation. The kitchen pairs this with simple rice bowls and filled Onigiri, positioning itself as a hybrid space between café and casual dining, a gap few Japanese spots in the city occupy. The signature draw is the combination of hojicha service with manga-reading atmosphere, creating a destination for those seeking Japanese café culture rather than quick service or fine dining.
Try the onigiris, matcha drinks.
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