ClaGla, the Sapporo-based company behind the popular board game "I Just Thought of Some Words of Proposal to Give to You.," which has sold over 250,000 copies, has opened a local cafe called "Moiwashita BRICK." Here, you can enjoy home-roasted coffee while trying out various board games. Let's take a look at what a cafe run by a board game maker is like!

Perfect for Beginners! Relax with a Drink and a Board Game

Moiwashita BRICK always has 20-30 types of board games available, including those released by ClaGla and games from various other makers. The charm of this place is that you can enjoy them at a leisurely pace with a drink in hand! They intentionally avoid games with complex rules, stocking only those that can be enjoyed by beginners without any special skills or knowledge. This allows first-timers to share a fun gaming experience with seasoned players.

"Some board games don't even have winners or losers, so I hope first-timers can casually discover the fun," says manager Yuko Tomono.

The coffee, made from green beans sourced and roasted in-house, is blended to perfectly match the experience of playing board games. It's a medium-dark roast with a solid body and a flavor that remains delicious even when it cools down. It's sure to keep your mind sharp during play!

Using an electric roaster ensures even heating, so you can always enjoy coffee of a consistent quality.

The coaster designs feature graphics related to ClaGla, such as the packaging of board games they have released.

In addition, they also serve alcohol, including "MAOI Wine" from the Maoi Distillery in Naganuma Town, and "Senba Beer," an original pale ale created in collaboration with Sumikawa Beer, a craft beer brewery in Sapporo. Hot dogs, which are easy to eat with one hand while gaming, are also available.

From left to right: "MAOI Wine" Red, Rosé, White, and the original craft beer "Senba Beer."