Breakfast Guide for Little Tokyo Düsseldorf: Breakfast Top Spots
Anyone who visits Little Tokyo will quickly notice that the Japanese district comes alive especially around lunchtime and in the afternoon. Many of the popular cafes and dessert shops don't open until 10 or 11 a.m., making it perfect for those who want to start their day in a relaxed manner. But what do you do if your stomach starts rumbling earlier?
In this Little Tokyo breakfast guide , you'll learn where to find something delicious in the Japanese Quarter, even in the morning. Choose from Asian bakeries, stylish cafes, or the breakfast offerings in the supermarkets.
Late risers welcome: Popular cafes from 10 a.m.
Many of the most popular breakfast/brunch cafés in the Japanese Quarter start their day later. So if you're hoping for fluffy soufflé pancakes, bingsu, or creamy soft serve for breakfast, you'll need to be patient or arrive early enough to secure a spot. It's especially worth arriving before opening on weekends.
Popular breakfast spots from around 10:00 am :
Early risers take note: These cafes open early in the morning
If you're up early and don't want to wait until 10 a.m., these two spots are perfect for you:
TENTEN Coffee (from 7:00 am)
moyo COFFEE (from 7:30 am)
Both cafés are centrally located and are also perfect if you want to grab a quick bite to eat before exploring the city.
Alternatives to the classic café breakfast
If you prefer to grab something to go or fancy a hearty breakfast, the Asian bakeries and supermarkets in the Japanese Quarter are a great alternative.
At Fresh Asia Dessert (from 9:30 a.m.), you can get Chinese pastries like sweet taro puffs or savory, steamed baozi. Perfect for takeout and ideal for those looking to try something new.
We can also recommend the following Asian supermarkets with breakfast offers :
Shochiku Supermarket (from 8:30 am)
TAIN'S Supermarket (from 9:00 am)
Both have small convenience sections with ready-made onigiri (€3), sandwiches, and sweet pastries like Melon Pan (€3.39).
Combined with a chilled green tea or a latte from the refrigerated section, this makes a quick, delicious Japanese-style breakfast.
Conclusion: Breakfast in Little Tokyo is worth it
Even though most breakfast cafés in the Japanese Quarter open a little later, you can find delicious breakfast options in Little Tokyo even in the morning . Whether you start your day with handmade pancakes, an onigiri from the supermarket, or a coffee in a stylish café, you'll find just the right breakfast for you in the Japanese Quarter.
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