Chamabico

10-8 Yasukawacho, Nikko, Tochigi 321-1432, Japan
+81 288-53-1556
$$$ Cafe
(47 Reviews)
Price Range ¥1,000–2,000

Welcome to Chamabico, a charming café nestled in the heart of Nikko, Tochigi, where culinary creativity meets a warm, inviting atmosphere. If you're searching for a delightful spot to unwind after exploring the area's stunning shrines, this hidden gem is sure to capture your heart.

At Chamabico, the star of the menu is undoubtedly the Japanese-style crepes, expertly crafted with fresh, local ingredients that showcase the rich flavors of the region. Treat your taste buds to the Crème Brûlée Crepe, an exquisite fusion of delightful textures and sweet notes. Each bite is a heavenly experience, especially when paired with the house-made cream that adds a luxurious touch. Guests rave about the hot chocolate, which is not just a drink but a joyful indulgence, complete with roasted marshmallows that add a whimsical charm to your experience.

The ambience at Chamabico is nothing short of enchanting. Picture a cozy, eclectic space filled with soothing colors and friendly faces, making it the perfect retreat for both weary travelers and locals alike. As customer Powell Sia beautifully put it, the café is “great to scratch that crepe itch” with its friendly service and superb food, making you feel right at home.

But don’t just take our word for it! The reviews speak volumes. Clotilde Peras, visiting from France, found the experience delightful enough to remind her of home, even recommending the delectable desserts to those who aren’t typically dessert lovers. Likewise, Agatha Guo declares Chamabico offers “the best crepe we’ve ever had,” compelling culinary adventurers to visit. With gluten-free options available and a menu that sparks joy among various tastes, there’s something for everyone.

Whether you’re finishing a day of exploring by relaxing with a friend over their chocolate cake or refreshing sparkling lemonade, Chamabico is a must-visit. It’s not just a café; it’s a culinary experience steeped in local flavor, warmth, and happiness. If you're in Nikko, make sure to stop by Chamabico—it’s a delightful pitstop that adds a sweet note to your travel melody!

Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Popular for
Lunch
Solo dining
Offerings
Alcohol
Coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Lunch
Dessert
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Crowd
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Rakuten Pay
Credit cards
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

47 Reviews
Powell Sia

06 Oct 2025

Crème brûlée crepe was tasty and was the right amount of sweetness. The accompanying cream was also very fresh. We also got a cup of hot chocolate, that came with roasted marshmallows. Friendly service, nice ambience and superb food. Great to scratch that crepe itch if you have one.

Clotilde Peras

29 Aug 2025

What a great experience ! Delicious food at a reasonable price, Japanese style crepes with a lot of local tastes and ingredients, I’m not a dessert person, and the great choice made me take one of them ! Thank you a lot, Coming from France we will for sure come back at this place returning to Japan !

Agatha Guo

23 Aug 2025

Best crepe we’ve ever had!!! Everyone should try this out. We had the Japanese style and the crème brûlée and both were amazing!!

TheBigMarvinski

22 Aug 2025

Amazing. After intense walks around the shrines to drop into this cute restaurant was a delight. Food was excellent and service was fantastic. Will happily venture to nikko again to eat here again

Claudia Plesa

09 Aug 2025

Delicious food with gluten free options. Specially recommend the chocolate cake and sparkling lemonade. My husband took the cream brule creps which are not gluten free and he also loved it. Perfect cozy café

Trisha Pereira

22 Jul 2025

Omg!!! The crepe with creme brulee is the best dessert I have tasted in my last 2 weeks in japan. The consistency on the pancake compliments the cream with the perfectly burnt crust on top. If you are in Nikko, give this place a try.

Tim van de Wiel

24 Jun 2025

Accidentally came across this place, and wow it's great. Literally right next to some major tourist spots but not along a main path, so not crowded at all. Crème brûlée crepe & salmon galette are great.

Elly Morientes

22 Jun 2025

The crepes were delicious and the cafe was super cozy! The location is near the major temples too which is perfect after all the walking! I had the cheese and honey crepe and it was so yummy

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