cafe RIN
Hidden retro cafe tucked in an alley in Mito's Izumi-cho since around 1999. Famous for daily-changing cheesecake varieties and ethnic-style cafe lunches. Ranked #1 cafe in Mito on Tabelog. Active Instagram @caferin_1999 (approx. 2,900 followers) with regular customers posting.
Reviews say 'I always stop by when visiting Mito', 'been a regular for years', 'the alleyway atmosphere is the best', 'so many cheesecake options, hard to choose every time'. Many long-term regulars. Especially busy on weekends.