Minatomachi Coffee Shop
A cafe with a globally rare location where you can watch Maritime Self-Defense Force submarines up close. Opened in 2015, facing the 'Arei Karasu Kojima' park. Serves the officially MSDF-certified 'Submarine Kuroshio Curry,' plus self-roasted coffee and freshly baked waffles. About 15 minutes by bus from Kure Station (Sensuikan Sanbashi-mae stop). Ranked No. 1 kissaten in Kure on Tabelog.
Yahoo Maps 4.31 (120 reviews), 148 Tabelog reviews (3.46). Tripadvisor 4.1/5. Many say 'The curry while watching submarines is extraordinary,' 'A must-visit in Kure,' 'Locals also come here for weekend lunches.' Ranked No. 1 kissaten in Kure on Tabelog. Strong tourist element but local patronage confirmed in multiple reviews.