Sarou Shamon (Historic Storehouse Cafe)
A legendary pure coffee house in Morioka since 1953, housed in a 100-year-old converted kura (storehouse). The distinctive namako-wall facade stands out along the Miyako Kaido road. Inside, Showa-era retro furnishings and jazz create a unique atmosphere. The signature hayashi beef rice is colorful and warming. Locals consider this unmissable for any Morioka cafe tour. Yahoo! Places 4.43/46, Tabelog 118 reviews.
Local reviews often call it the best pure coffee house in Morioka and praise the storehouse atmosphere. Yahoo! Places 4.43/46, TripAdvisor 4.0/7, Tabelog 118 reviews. Featured in Yahoo! News in April 2025 as a must-visit local favorite. A sacred place for Morioka's coffee culture as recommended by locals.