【Local Gourmet】The exquisite croissants at "ZEBRA Coffee & Croissant" that you want to visit specially

The author, whose home ground is the Doshi Forest in Yamanashi Prefecture, often stops by "ZEBRA Coffee & Croissant (ZEBRA Coffee and Croissant) Tsukui Main Store" on the way back from camping; the croissants here are exceptional.

A hidden café known to campers and travelers

“ZEBRA Coffee & Croissant, Tsukui Main Store” is located along National Route 413, about a 30-minute drive from Hashimoto Station. Besides the Tsukui Main Store, there are also locations in Yokohama, Shibuya Park Street, and Inagi Central Park, but this is the main store.

Nearby, there are many popular tourist spots like Tsukui Lake and Sagami Lake. There's also the famous campsite and the popular National Route 413 among riders, making it a well-known café often frequented by campers and touring customers.

ZEBRA Coffee & Croissant Tsukui Main Store
1890-1 Nakano, Midori Ward, Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Business hours: Weekdays 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
●ZEBRA Coffee & Croissant

About ten years ago, I became captivated after eating a croissant here. There are times when I suddenly crave it about once every six months. However, the croissants are very popular, and especially on weekends, they may be sold out... I decided to stop by on a weekday, worried about them being sold out, and planned to go in the morning.

As soon as I stepped inside, a large zebra monument welcomed me. The interior is tastefully decorated with items like a roasting machine and a vacuum tube amplifier made in 1958, creating a sophisticated atmosphere that feels urban. The contrast with the surrounding nature is pleasant and allows for relaxation.

I ordered coffee (580 yen) and a croissant (490 yen) at the counter located in the central area of the store. The friendly conversation with the staff was also comforting. I settled the payment first, received a bell for calling, and headed to my seat.

I was healed by the croissant and coffee I wanted to eat

As I sat and enjoyed the atmosphere of the shop, the call bell rang in no time. When I received the tray, there was freshly brewed coffee and a croissant larger than my palm. This was the croissant I wanted to eat.

I will have it before the lightly toasted croissant cools down. The outside is crunchy, while the inside is chewy. I can also smell the butter, making for an incredibly happy moment. The size is large, and by the time I finish eating, my stomach is quite full, but it’s so delicious that even dipping it in the cappuccino is worth trying.

The coffee made from single-origin beans roasted from light to medium in the roasting machine inside the store has a fruity flavor. The natural sweetness and richness of the beans are balanced nicely. It was a bit rainy and the temperature was low that day, so the warmth of the coffee seeped into my heart and body.

Since I was there, I decided to extend my visit to Lake Tsukui, which is about a 10-minute drive away. I wanted to enjoy the croissant there if it was sunny, but unfortunately, due to the rain, I got another cup of coffee to take out.

At the end of the drive, I was able to head home after thoroughly enjoying the beautiful scenery and feeling completely satisfied. As expected, the croissants and coffee at "ZEBRA Coffee & Croissant" are exquisite. If you're nearby when camping, touring, or driving, be sure to give them a try.

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