Located in a residential area of Obihiro, Hokkaido, rapo cafe is incredibly popular with women for its charming exterior. The relaxing interior and delicious cafe menu create a special space, thanks to the owner, Yuka, who has about eight years of experience working in cafes and is passionate about health and beauty.

The cafe is located right next to Green Park in central Obihiro.

"When you cook for yourself, you can be mindful of making healthy meals, but it's hard to choose ingredients and nutritional balance when eating out. That's why I try to serve dishes and desserts that will make my customers as healthy as possible," says the owner, Yuka. The cafe serves wonderful ingredients selected mainly from Hokkaido, such as Yumepirika rice from Hokkaido, flour from Yamamoto Tadanobu Shoten in Tokachi, olive oil, beet sugar from Hokkaido, and fertilized eggs from Tokachi Kusanagi Farm.

A blackboard inside the cafe lists the ingredients they use.

A relaxing atmosphere flows through the cafe.

The monthly special, "Mizuna and Chirimenjako Pasta."

rapo cafe also has an extensive lunch menu. The "One-Plate Set" (980 yen) comes with either a waffle made with whole wheat flour, natural yeast, and fertilized eggs, or a bean rice onigiri, served with soy milk soup and a salad. Other regular menu items include the "Steamed Seasonal Vegetables Set" (1,100 yen), and two homemade pasta dishes, painstakingly hand-made: "Tomato Sauce" (980 yen) with mozzarella, eggplant, and spinach, and "Soy Milk Cream" (980 yen) with shimeji mushrooms and spinach. There is also a monthly pasta special to enjoy.

The monthly special, "Tokachi Mushroom and Shiso Genovese Pasta."

It's amazing to learn that the pasta served at the cafe is handmade every single day. Every dish is made with ingredients that will leave you feeling energized. For those who are gluten-free, there's even a "Gnocchi with Soy Milk" made from rice flour.

Natural Yeast Snack Waffle (820 yen)

The specialty waffles are made with beet sugar and natural yeast. The use of butter instead of margarine is another welcome point for health-conscious customers! Even before you take a bite, the sweet aroma of the ingredients wafts up. The texture is somewhere between crispy and fluffy, more moist than chewy, and the moderate sweetness is simply divine. The "Natural Yeast Snack Waffle" (820 yen) is topped with fruit, whipped cream, and chocolate sauce, making it the perfect cafe treat for snack time.

The gently sweet "Caramel Milk Tea" (480 yen)

The "Seasonal Parfait" (700 yen), a luxurious treat with strawberries, bananas, and waffle pieces.

For drinks, the subtly sweet "Caramel Milk Tea" (480 yen) pairs perfectly with the waffles. Waffles are also available for takeout at 250 yen each. Nearby is "Green Park," a perfect place for a stroll, so enjoying a waffle while soaking up the outdoors is another great option.

A lineup of interesting books, including "Momo."

The cafe is scheduled for renovation in the fall of 2024. While the location and concept will remain the same, the space will be made even more wonderful with more seating and an upgraded kitchen. In the past, the cafe would often be fully booked with reservations, forcing them to turn away walk-in customers. The owner decided to add more seats out of a desire for anyone who comes to be able to enjoy their time at the cafe.

The counter seats by the window are also popular.

Currently, only waffles are available for takeout, but they plan to gradually expand their takeout menu. With satisfying food, atmosphere, and ingredients, rapo cafe is a must-visit when you come to Obihiro♪

*All prices include tax.

rapo cafe

■ Address: 2-11, Nishi 11-jo Minami 17-chome, Obihiro, Hokkaido
■ Hours: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Sat, Sun, holidays: 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
■ Closed: Irregular holidays
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