Best coffee shop in Boston that offer authentic Japanese matcha green latte

Kitchen is closed (perhaps due to covid); tables are dirty; drinks are quite unique and hence pricey. They don’t serve them in a mug. No sandwiches or ice cream served at the moment, which I did not know prior to visiting. The staff are professional. The matcha rose latte is very pretty to look at and actually not bad at all. Worth a try

It’s hard enough to find coffee shops that sell unsweetened matcha lattes around here; this place has matcha lattes AS WELL AS hojicha lattes, which is a roasted green tea leaf and therefore earthier and slightly sweeter. I absolutely love it! The biggest downside was that I paid over $7 for it. But the cappuccinos (which I didn’t get) were closer to standard prices around here, so maybe the increased cost was for the novelty.The shop itself is cute and has stadium seating in addition to standard tables; I’d love to bring my laptop here next time to sit and work as well.

Great little coffee shop. A little pricier than most but youre paying for premium. The iced matcha latte tasted high quality and had just a subtle hint of sweet. The vanilla lavender latte was beautifully made and had a strong, delicious lavender taste that I feel like most coffee shops cannot pull off. And the red velvet macaroon was a delicious pairing with both drinks. Would definitely recommend!

Delicious cold brew that had a nice punch to it. Their equipment is top notch and the flavor is reflected of it

Easily the best textured cortado I have had in Boston so far (I have not been to gracenote yet so keep in mind) The espresso was a little bitter. I’m more of a light roast fan but it was expected for the type of cafè this was. I loved the little stadium seats. Togo cups only so that was a bummer but I get it. (Some places do some don’t offer here cups). I’m glad I came by!

Their Bacon Scone was absolute fire and I’m still waiting on the coffee but I assume it’s also fire

Fantastic houjicha lattes! So rare to find in cafes. Very chill vibe, I will certainly be back again.

Thick smooth amazing flat white for genuine coffee lovers.

My favorite place to get a high quality drink; be it anything from coffee to matcha. They have some amazing ingredients and very happy friendly staff.

First off, it’s pricey. Know what you’re walking into. Second, you get what you pay for. A $50 bottle of wine is not the same as a $5 bottle of wine, unless you don’t drink enough to know or care about the difference. Same with coffee. If you know and love Starbucks blonde roast, you won’t appreciate the price tags here and you probably won’t find it worth the money. If you love good coffee, run, don’t walk to Ogawa.Second, the seating is odd, and I don’t love it. I like a coffee shop that’s cozy, where you can sit for a couple of hours and feel welcome. This place is more modern, austere, minimalist in its aesthetics. If nothing else, it’s quite unique.Third, they have latte art classes! I wish I wasn’t visiting from out of town because their prices are super reasonable! Next time, perhaps.Finally, they seem responsive to necessary covid measures. Always wearing masks, well spaced out—perhaps more than most people think necessary but actually a good amount of safe space. Overall, I highly enjoyed the visit and wish them the best.

Amazing Japanese spot with great coffee . Tried Matcha Rose latte - very interesting flavor, well-prepared. They do have pastries (we picked croissants and sell beans as well).

In the morning, I drank coffee and ate breakfast. The coffee was delicious! I had a cup of hot coffee, and it did not disappoint. The lunches were delicious, and I was able to personalize them and be pleased with the outcome. They even run fantastic workshops, and you can buy their beans to take home! If you enjoy coffee, I recommend that you visit this establishment.

Love their houjicha latte. Spend an hour to get there just for a cup of latte.

Pretty chill little coffee shop with a unique theme. Not sure what that theme necessarily is but they had a strong cappuccino and bacon scone (I’m on a cut) so I was a very content patron. There may be some small tables during non-COVID times but it’s more of a quaint grab-and-go kinda place in my humble opinion. Arigato homies

Fantastic coffee with a great atmosphere. I ordered a large Vanilla Iced Latte with Oat Milk and its probably the best Ive ever had. Lattes elsewhere generally lack espresso flavor since theyre drowned out by the milk. That wasnt the case here. Though pricey at $7.25, it was well worth it.

Great coffee but kitchen close until December 2021.

Excellent foam on their lattes, perfect flavoring, perfect temperature, and immaculate foam art.

Delicious latte to start the day. Enjoyable walk from the Kimpton Nine zero or the Omni Hotel.How stinking cute is this?!

I always have a great experience here. I ordered the seasonal espresso cream soda today and it was amazing.

Soooo good coffee!!! It was my first time and wont be the last!

Except for the coffee, I like this place. I tried twice, but I just don’t like the house blend. The location is great. The place is much quieter than the nearby George Howell (and makes it easier to have conversations). Different shapes and sizes of tables help to accommodate smaller or larger parties. The service is quick. I wish they did ask if we wanted coffee for hers or for to go (I hate when they assume to go and hand me wasteful, disposable cups). I have to try different coffee blends when I return. I also wish places did not have WiFi passwords - it is a hassle to ask or sign up.

Absolutely gorgeous latte art this cafe makes. Their hojicha was so delicious that I’m willing to grab another cup whenever I pass by the financial district.

We visited this place based on high ratings and unfortunately were severely disappointed in the coffee (we threw it out after a few sips). We ordered a house blend drip, and house blend aeropress. Both were extremely burnt tasting, even with multiple sugars trying to drown out the burnt flavor.Living in Seattle, our expectation is high for coffee but this missed the mark. We are used to high coffee prices but our coffees were $10.The ambience was extremely sterile, unlike the photos which look inviting (why we chose it).When ordering we were asked if we wanted for dine-in/ take out. When picking up the coffee it was in take out cups, even though they have cups for dine in. They said covid as to why we couldnt use the mugs and save paper/ plastic. With maple and half and half it ended up being 2 extra plastic cups wasted which could be avoided if using dine in cups.It all felt extremely wasteful.

I visited earlier in the week when we wete in Boston. We are now back home in Indiana ( I think there is a song - Back Home in Indiana-) 😂 I had noticed I had only given 1 star so here are the other 4 that I meant to give. The coffee was fantastic and I talked to my sons friend who was cat-sitting and they really enjoyed the coffee giftset.

The two spring drinks plus the hibiscus tea were both great! The customer service and attitudes were pretty subpar.

The best matcha Ive had literally anywhere. Thank you guys for the experience!

Nice coffee shop with good mix of coffee & tea options with Japanese influences, however the service could certainly be improved!

The seasonal Cafe Noisette was probably one of the best and most unique lattes I’ve ever had. What a great coffee shop!

Best matcha in Boston! Loved their chai as well. Only problem is the lack of seating when it’s slightly busy, but great service!

I ordered 3 hot lattes and they all came out a-bit warmer than room temperature. None were hot

Seriously the best matcha latte I’ve had in Boston💚 and the bagels were AMAZING seriously they put so much care into their food and it really shows. Also, I love the steps seating style. Very special.

Very good service very good coffee I definitely will come back

Was searching for a coffee shop randomly while in the area. Found them and went in based off pure reviews and photos.Ended up with a smoked maple latte, daughter had a vanilla macaron. Absolutely loved it!Service was on point ✔Baristas were very kind ✔Clean location ✔Very happy with the outcome as well as their variety of selections.

It is a great coffee shop. They offer a wide assortment of coffee blends and methods of brewing the coffee. Honestly if I had more time I would have tried their aeropress or even a pour over. There was a wide selection of breakfast options that. I would have taken a picture of avocado bacon and egg sandwich on a bagel if i didnt eat it so fast. They also offer a desserts like macarons and cakes. If Im back in this area and have a little more time Im definitely coming back to this spot to try some new coffee in a different brewing method.

Always a wonderful experience. The latte art is absolutely beautiful. Their matcha lattes are phenomenal; my craving for them is only satisfied by this cafe. Their rose matcha latte is delicious. Try it while it lasts!

The food is very reasonably priced given the options in the area. The staff is friendly and accommodating. Tried the match latte which was recommended by a local and was not disappointed.

Coffee is good - I like to buy their beans and bring them home as well. This is one of those new-age coffee shops with things like a “deconstructed cortado” and overnight oats in mason jars. The avocado toast is bomb. It’s a small place but designed to have lots of sitting space, which is cool. They’re on the more expensive side, as expected, but they live up to the high pricing. Of all the fancy coffee shops to go to, this is one of my favorites. Also very well located.

Best matcha lattes i have and the price is not bad. The matcha ice cream is delicious. I heard they serve good coffee too but I am not coffee drinker.

They didnt have Matcha Sundae that I really wanted but only find out its not on menu anymore. Iced matcha latte was still nice.

Came here for the charm of matcha ice cream dessert. 5 stars

Great flat white, loved it. However, kitchen is closed so you cant get any food other than some bagels and muffins.

We are pleasantly surprised by the quality of the coffee, they are really well balanced and not diluted by the milk, which happen frequently in other cafes. The food are really good too. We got the teriyaki chicken salad and avocado toast. We ended our breakfast with matcha roll cake and that gave us a perfect start for the day!

The coffee and food/desserts are amazing!!! I particularly like the stair seats, so you can sit high up and it also saves the space. One downside is that it closes so early. If you don’t live or work nearby, you can’t go during weekdays.

Service is friendly and the coffee is strong and delicious.

Out of the seven or eight craft coffee places Ive tried in Boston this week, finally got something that resembled an Australian latte. You have to order a flat white and they could make it a touch stronger, maybe use ristretto shot with a finer grind, was still milky. But still the best Ive had in Boston.

Super grear! The staff was attention to detail and the latte art was beautiful.The only complaint I have is the lack of outlets. I came out of my way to work from here today but ended up having to leave to another coffee shop.

One of the best cortados Ive ever had, in a cozy and beautiful shop. Would highly recommend.

Came here to order a quick bite to eat. The atmosphere is relaxed and not too loud. Its a nice place to sit down to study or get some work done. Although seating is kind of limited you can find a spot somewhere. The prices are kind of expensive, but expected for a cafe in Boston. I ordered a ham and cheese croissant and a hibiscus tea, which both were delicious and made in a timely manner. The staff is nice and friendly too. Overall a great place to stop in on.

This place has awesome coffee and sweets. A Japanese twist on an American cafe. The head barista went out of his way to make me his seasonal drink and it was delicious. The staff are super friendly

The staff here is 5 stars. I love the place and the selection as well. This is a unique thing to see in the US. The problem is that I dont think the coffee itself is great. I dont know if its the preparation, the roast, or the age of the beans which are shipped from Japan. I didnt think it was as good as other local spots in Boston, which is a city lacking excellent coffee (in 2021).

Got the barley drink (forget what its called), and got it unsweetened with oat milk. Maybe it was my fault for getting it unsweetened, but it was nasty and the barista didnt warn me about how earthy it would taste. It reminded me of seaweed/dirt/traditional Chinese medicine. On top of that, they charged $1.50 extra for oat milk, which is outrageous as the drink was already $6. The setting was nice and seemed like a good place to study, but I would not recommend this place because of the overpriced and not so palatable drinks.

Good. Very pricey though. Dont take cash.

The Matcha latte was very good and the Matcha sundae had the most amazing ice cream. Highly recommend it!

The coffee is very good, the food was ok. However, I ordered on seamless, spent $60 for delivery, and they didnt include sugar or napkins.When I called to ask them to send some over, the girl said I should have specially requested sugar, and that I could yell at her all I want, but it wont get me sugar.

Great coffee, fresh sandwiches .Small sitting area but also unusual, they have a step levels sitting like a stadium 🙂 .Sandwiches are a bit small, i had the smoked salmon sandwich, and it had small slices barley covered the sandwich, they could put much more .

The barista is very talented, makes super fine rosettas. We tried a cappuccino and it tasted great. The store is spacious with a high ceiling and large windows. The restrooms need a better cleaning. This is probably not an everyday coffee shops as their stuff are a bit pricey...

Loved Ogawa, bagel excellent. Macaron superb and Coffee fantastic. Highly recommend to those that like to indulge in a decent coffee!

Coffee is delicious and the latte art is really amazing. The interior design is very modern and interesting. Highly recommend!

AmaZing breakfast sandwiches. I thought they used the fake egg patty but no. THEY USE REAL MF EGGS!!! and it’s delicious !

Came in from the rain, didnt know this place but its definitely the best coffee I ever had in the whole of United States.

Their matcha latte and matcha roll cake were authentic and really tasty:) The staff member was nice.

One of my favorite places to stop for coffee in Boston. Not only do they do super cute seasonal latte art, but there coffee is actually really good!!! We havent tried the food here, but come often for lattes. Seating inside is usually minimal, unless you want to sit in the stadium style seating. Thats usually a fine option for us since we dont stay too long, and its great people watching!

Delicious iced latte and matcha latte!

Simply outstanding. It’s by far the best oat milk latte I’ve had in any city, including Manhattan. For a café on the aptly named Milk Street, you’ll be pleased to know that dairy-free alternatives are available. The prices are definitely higher than most other, similar cafés, but the taste of the coffee surpasses all others. Unfortunately, we didn’t see any vegan food or pastries. The individual at the cash register was phenomenally friendly, which made up for the baristas being rather standoffish and not looking up to speak. I really enjoyed the latte and I can’t say it has any equal!

From japan, and the quality and flavors show. You definitely tell the difference. I got a matcha horchata and their breakfast sandwich. The horchata was delightfully unique with the mactha flavor, but the sandwich was next level. The sandwich is simple, but that lets the creamy egg yolk and what i can only assume was a sweet spread of some sort shine. The sweet acidic flavor is a great contrast to the yolk and made each bite a wonderful surprise

Were in the city for a few nights for a convention, and will 100% be going here for breakfast again tomorrow. The espresso drinks are EXCELLENT, and the ham & cheese croissant is the butteriest, fluffiest, most amazing thing ever!!

The drinks are fairly priced and you can certainly tell the difference in quality. Great atmosphere, excellent drinks, and friendly staff are a good combination for success! Add the commitment to serve and this is a venture I can endorse without a reservation. I will definitely come back for another tasty coffee!

What a delightful coffee shop. The staff is so knowledge, kind and friendly. Bagel sandwiches on point. Delish bacon. Latte art is creative. Cappuccino is perfection. Staff takes pride in their work. Visit this gem in downtown crossing.

Pleasant manager. Friendly and creative barista. Cool stadium seating if youre adventurous. If course I clambered up like a goat with my art embellished latte without spilling, I might add. Finally one of the best latte on the East Coast to date. Sweet cream because it was done to the perfect temperature, coffee not bitter or overpowering. Good to the last regretful drop, so good Ill ask if they sell the beans to take home.

Nice place with some coffees that are unique and have a Japanese twist. Ambiance inside is nice but can get crowded so Id suggest getting there early if you want a seat.

Went here for the 1st time this morning and I must say their Cappuccino was on point 💯👍 probably the best I ever had. It was all thanks to the staff recommendations, which I highly appreciaite. The vibes and overall atmosphere was pretty chill too. So yea I would definitely come back.

Adorable spot tucked away on the edge of the Financial District, friendly staff and highly recommend their Vietnamese Iced Coffee!

One of the best cappuccinos Ive had in Boston! Loved the space as well, there was a good amount of seating and free WiFi.

I personally prefer coffee to macha latte. Hot chocolate was great too.

Nice cozy place in the bustling city. The food is worth the price even though its a little higher than average.

Solid coffee option, no kitchen food due to covid

Such a unique and lovely place. It does feel that standards are held very high. The quality of the food is fantastic and the atmosphere is economic. There is a stage which allows for more seating - at your own risk - which allows for a obscure vantage point thaf you dont always get in a restaurant. The mocha was perfection with beautiful artwork. I ordered the breakfast toast and it was much more food than I was expecting so I was pleasantly surprised. Watching what I could see of the cook was so great to see. He seemed to have a science about it in a very small space and then he would even deliver the food. The preparation and presentation of the food was absolutely beautiful.Well done, I will be back when Im in the area.

Havent had food here as yet, but the coffee is top-tier. While the drip is good in its own right, what makes me appreciate this place is their attention to the finer points of espresso drinks, and in particular, their milk foam. Sooooooo many places, even the better shops around Boston, cannot seem to figure out how to steam milk in a way that makes tight foam bubbles - the method to a velvety, luscious drink. Best mocha Ive had in a while - I forgot to take a picture of the top because I was too busy pouring it down my throat.Edit: I keep coming back and this place has awesome food as well! Seriously a gem.

Came here solely for the latte and enjoyed it both times. It was very well balanced with not too much milk or espresso. It was impressively smooth and you can tell the Kyoto blend was intended to pair well with milk based drinks. We would have ordered a pastry but to my eye they all looked generic, like any other chain coffee joint. But their latte art is incredible, you can ask for a seasonal design so I chose a pumpkin. Great to Instagram and even better to drink.

Great entrees with delicious coffee. Hardworking and nice staff, highly recommend. Hot chocolate was a bit too dark for my taste, but my girlfriend loved it

Great and friendly service and nice coffee selection

The lavender vanilla latte is divine! 🤩

The Matcha Latte was delicious. The menu was intriguing but not quite what I was looking for in my search for a good bakery. So I just had the latte while I planned my next move and it was incredibly satisfying.

I am not quite sure whether this place knows what it wants to be. By the looks of it - a super hip and fancy coffee shop. But I think a coffee shop needs to figure out speed, consistency and attention to details first, before it tries to be cool.Everything is frustratingly slow in this place. For no excusable reason. And they seem to think it is OK to be that slow, because it is always like this. If the end result was worth it, I may even agree. But in 12 mins today I got an overly foamy latte (bad steaming technique) and a burnt ham and cheese croissant that got forgotten in the oven. And thats with only one customer in front of me. Also - this is not the first time a simple order gets screwed up or takes super long.Not the end of the world, but the effort and the end result dont seem to represent what this place tries to be.

The shop is small in central location, you may pass by the shop on the freedom trail walk. Stadium seats, inside the shop, are available to watch your drinks being made. I wish the door was double layers to prevent cold air blowing on customers on cold days. The green tea latte was great!

Amazing muffins and coffee.

Like the coffee beans which are baked in Japan. And they make awesome latte art.

This place was so cute! We came across them by searching for an in person Aeropress retailer and they did not disappoint! We are excited to go back soon!

I loved the food and matcha latte!

I love this Japanese style Cafe. Their matcha Latte is really good as well as other matcha infused desserts they have. Their seating is unconventional but I would really love to have in the future a bigger space. The food and beverages are great, the classical music is on the point but its tiny.

Incredible food for a coffee shop, and top-notch coffee no matter what you order

Cute cafe with a wide selection of food (for a cafe) inclusive of traditional breakfasts and numerous toasts of their own creation. Including the stadium seats there is ample seating and they made a very solid Americano.

Japanese coffee shop with a limited snack/dessert menu. The seating can be best described as both eclectic and eccentric; stadium seating is available for the bold, while the safer option is to shoot for one of the few tables that is neither up on an uncomfortably high stage or next to the long snaking line.

Stylish and cozy! Love this place. If you can find a sit you are lucky! And here is charging hot milk,sorry!

Ogawa is nothing like Starbucks which isnt a bad thing. I really like the atmosphere in the place and the staff were all very kind. My only complaint would be the cappuccino I ordered has to be the worst cappuccino Ive ever had. Tasteless and a bit cold. I wouldnt recommend this place to eat breakfast because you will leave hungry but I guess Im just used to eating a big portion breakfast. Thats all I see in NY and thats what Im used to. Maybe Bostonians are used to their small portioned breakfast. Other than that like I previously said the atmosphere was good and the place looks really nice in the inside.

The bacon egg and cheese sandwich with chipotle aioli is a must!

This place has nice Japanese inspired coffee latte and other drinks. Nice to have meetings at the financial district.

A must stop when visiting Boston and in search for a good start to the morning

Matcha latte and matcha Swiss roll were superb but the service was very slow. Drinks and to-go orders were pushed out quickly but food items took over 20 minutes.Swiss roll had a dark matcha flavor with coffee jelly, vanilla ice cream, sliced strawberries and drizzles of coffee and strawberry sauce. Tea and coffee flavor didn’t go together and roll was pricey for size.