LE CAFE V

Step onto the 7 floor of Louis Vuitton Ginza Namiki-dori and LE CAFE V opens onto a polished interior furnished with spacious sofa seating. A little removed from the bustle of Ginza, it offers a comfortable setting for a more special sort of pause.

The V Caffe Latte catches the eye as soon as it arrives, topped with carefully made latte art. Soft milk and fragrant espresso come together in a smooth cup, while the presentation makes taking a moment to admire the glass or cup part of the pleasure. Hot and iced chocolate are also made with carefully selected cocoa beans, offering a rich, aromatic sweetness.

The tea selection is broad, with fragrant choices including Darjeeling Liza Hill Second Flush and Earl Grey Special Keemun, made with tea from Uuf, as well as pesticide-free roasted green tea from Kagoshima. There is also the Sugalabo fresh herb tea blend, with its lively herbal aroma, and royal milk tea. Choosing a cup to suit the moment is part of the enjoyment.

To accompany a drink, there are eye-catching sweets such as shortcake topped with seasonal fruit, rich gateaux and delicate mille-feuille. Their appeal is not only visual: light cream and crisp, aromatic pastry combine to make tea time all the more satisfying.

The cafe suits an afternoon tea break, but also serves lunch and brunch, including a daily dish, and offers a bar setting for wine or cocktails. In its calm, well-appointed surroundings, you can settle in for a treat to yourself or conversation with someone close.