Coffee House TAO (Uwajima)
A neighborhood cafe inside the Shimmachi shopping arcade, about 5 minutes from Uwajima Station. Offers 10+ varieties of house-roasted coffee sourced from around the world, and 40+ teas in partnership with Lupicia. The 2nd floor is a relaxing music space with large JBL speakers; cats occasionally appear on the 1st floor. Open from morning to midnight, this is a long-beloved gathering place for Uwajima locals. TripAdvisor 4.5, Yahoo Maps 3.43/24 reviews.
Reviews say 'the most relaxing cafe in Uwajima' and 'so many coffee varieties, it's fun to choose.' The 2nd floor music space is especially popular, with many regulars staying for hours. Morning service earns special praise. Valued by locals as one of the few late-night gathering spots in the Uwajima shopping district.