Combine cafe...

Combine is a contemporary cafe located on the canal-like river at Naka-meguro, a residential district of Tokyo known for its great shopping, 'hip/cool' vibe and cherry blossoms. The area around Combine is peaceful and leafy - it's hard to believe you are a very short block from the noisy main road.

The menu borrows from many influences and has an international feel. On the day that I visited there wasn't a vegetarian option but the staff were happy to arrange a tofu salad, which was very nice. This was followed by coffee and cheesecake. It was a lovely relaxed place to pass the time on a rainy day.

Naka-meguro is well worth a visit. The banks of the river are lined with cherry blossoms and this pretty area is transformed into something totally spectacular in spring. Another feature along the river are the small independent retailers - great shopping and cafes.

How to get there?
Catch the Tokyu Toyoko Line from Shibuya Station. Go one stop to Naka- meguro station.

How to find Combine cafe:
Cross over the main road from the station. Turn right and walk along the main road for approximately 2 blocks until you reach Komazawa-dori. Turn left walk a short distance and take first right. Walk along the river for approximately 50 metres [see 2nd picture for exterior photo]