[Deemed a Masterpiece Before Release] 'Junkissa Lunch', the True Worth of Rina Nanba Who Visited Over 2000 Retro Cafes, Releasing April 24! History, Taste, and Stories of 39 Renowned Shops. *Special Sneak Peek of Contents*
Kawade Shobo Shinsha will publish 'Junkissa Lunch' by Rina Nanba on April 24, 2026. The author, who has visited over 2,000 retro cafes, introduces lunches and desserts from 39 renowned shops along with their histories.
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Kawade Shobo Shinsha (Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo / Representative Director Masaru Onodera) will release 'Junkissa Lunch' (Tax included price 1,980 JPY) written by Rina Nanba on April 24, 2026.
● A Message from Author Rina Nanba upon the Publication of 'Junkissa Lunch'
Lunch at a Junkissa (classic Japanese coffee shop) has a different appeal from eating at a restaurant or dining at home.
Whether it's Western-style, Japanese-style, or completely original dishes.
It's packed tightly with the individuality of the shop and the character of the people working there. It feels a bit free, highly satisfying, and is completed as a singular block of time, including the after-meal coffee... That is the joy it holds.
(From the book's 'Introduction')
● Commemorating the Publication! Special Sneak Peek of Contents!
'Kissa Bunbun' (Nakagawara)
'Kissa Yuraku' (Asakusabashi)
'Rai' (Kuramae)
'Civitas' (Kamata)
Rina Nanba, the author leading the Junkissa boom, carefully selects and introduces renowned shops where you can enjoy the best lunches!
Nostalgic dishes such as spaghetti, omurice, curry, and hamburger steak meals. This book introduces 39 Junkissa and 77 dishes of food and desserts.
Parlor Koizumi's homemade hamburger steak and orange juice / Restaurant Kissa Toronto's B Lunch and orange juice
Kissa Ruo's Ceylon-style curry rice (regular) and semi-coffee / Kissa Renga's omelet toast set and cocoa
Interviews with the owners were conducted at all 39 shops. Packed with food reports on signature and popular menu items, as well as shop visit columns, it is a book where you can enjoy the individuality and stories of each shop. This book, which makes you want to savor the rich time extending to the after-meal coffee, has received numerous voices declaring it a 'Confirmed Masterpiece!' even before its release!
Whether your hobby is cafe hopping, you love delicious food, or you need a companion for early summer city walks or travels, please look forward to the release of Rina Nanba's highly anticipated new book, 'Junkissa Lunch'.
● 'Junkissa Lunch' Table of Contents
Chapter 1 ◆ Spaghetti
Cafe Restaurant Doroningyo
Coffee Bunbun
Cafe Angelina
Parlor Kimuraya
Parlor Izumi Minami-Ota Main Store
Kissa Pearl
・
Chapter 2 ◆ Omurice, Pilaf, Doria
Junkissa Dea
Kissa Knit
Kissa Yuraku
Coffee Dojo Samurai
Kissa you
Sabouru
・
Chapter 3 ◆ Set Meals
Parlor Koizumi
Margaret
Cherbourg
Kissa Suzu
Lily
Restaurant Kissa Toronto
・
Chapter 4 ◆ Curry, Hayashi Rice
Kissa Riverstone
Coffee En
Woodstock
Kissa Ruo
Tearoom Hana
Coffee Specialty Store Yamayuri
・
Chapter 5 ◆ Sandwiches, Bread
Kado
Kissa Renga
Furansukan
Coffee Aroumu
Rai
Coffee Shop Deux
・
Chapter 6 ◆ After-meal Desserts
Cafe Miel
Cafe Keimeisha Yawata Store
Kissa Bridge
Civitas
Tamuramachi Kimuraya Main Store
Dongurisha
Column 1: Sugar Pot Collection
Column 2: Lighting Collection
Nostalgic Famous Shops 1: Coffee Specialty Store Ace
Nostalgic Famous Shops 2: Kissa Louvre
Nostalgic Famous Shops 3: Uki
Coffee Shop Owners Roundtable
Don't miss the coffee shop interiors!
● Author Rina Nanba
The second director of the Tokyo Kissaten Research Institute.
She single-mindedly visits Junkissa and broadcasts their charm across various media. Her numerous books include 'Junkissa Collection' (Kawade Bunko) and 'Junkissa and Sweet Things' (Seibundo Shinkosha).
● New Publication Information
Title: Junkissa Lunch
Author: Rina Nanba
Specifications: 46 size / Softcover / 176 pages
Release Date: April 24, 2026
Price: 1,980 JPY (Base price 1,800 JPY)
ISBN: 9784309296005
Publisher: Kawade Shobo Shinsha
https://www.kawade.co.jp/np/isbn/9784309296005/
*The e-book will be released after May. Please check each e-book store for details.
● Well-received Previous Publication
Title: Junkissa Collection
Author: Rina Nanba
Specifications: Bunko size / 192 pages
Release Date: January 7, 2022
Price: 1,100 JPY (Base price 1,000 JPY)
ISBN: 9784309296005 (Note: ISBN matching source text, possibly typo in press release for previous book)
Publisher: Kawade Shobo Shinsha
https://www.kawade.co.jp/np/isbn/9784309418643/
*E-book is also currently on sale.
● A Message from Author Rina Nanba upon the Publication of 'Junkissa Lunch'
Lunch at a Junkissa (classic Japanese coffee shop) has a different appeal from eating at a restaurant or dining at home.
Whether it's Western-style, Japanese-style, or completely original dishes.
It's packed tightly with the individuality of the shop and the character of the people working there. It feels a bit free, highly satisfying, and is completed as a singular block of time, including the after-meal coffee... That is the joy it holds.
(From the book's 'Introduction')
● Commemorating the Publication! Special Sneak Peek of Contents!
'Kissa Bunbun' (Nakagawara)
'Kissa Yuraku' (Asakusabashi)
'Rai' (Kuramae)
'Civitas' (Kamata)
Rina Nanba, the author leading the Junkissa boom, carefully selects and introduces renowned shops where you can enjoy the best lunches!
Nostalgic dishes such as spaghetti, omurice, curry, and hamburger steak meals. This book introduces 39 Junkissa and 77 dishes of food and desserts.
Parlor Koizumi's homemade hamburger steak and orange juice / Restaurant Kissa Toronto's B Lunch and orange juice
Kissa Ruo's Ceylon-style curry rice (regular) and semi-coffee / Kissa Renga's omelet toast set and cocoa
Interviews with the owners were conducted at all 39 shops. Packed with food reports on signature and popular menu items, as well as shop visit columns, it is a book where you can enjoy the individuality and stories of each shop. This book, which makes you want to savor the rich time extending to the after-meal coffee, has received numerous voices declaring it a 'Confirmed Masterpiece!' even before its release!
Whether your hobby is cafe hopping, you love delicious food, or you need a companion for early summer city walks or travels, please look forward to the release of Rina Nanba's highly anticipated new book, 'Junkissa Lunch'.
● 'Junkissa Lunch' Table of Contents
Chapter 1 ◆ Spaghetti
Cafe Restaurant Doroningyo
Coffee Bunbun
Cafe Angelina
Parlor Kimuraya
Parlor Izumi Minami-Ota Main Store
Kissa Pearl
・
Chapter 2 ◆ Omurice, Pilaf, Doria
Junkissa Dea
Kissa Knit
Kissa Yuraku
Coffee Dojo Samurai
Kissa you
Sabouru
・
Chapter 3 ◆ Set Meals
Parlor Koizumi
Margaret
Cherbourg
Kissa Suzu
Lily
Restaurant Kissa Toronto
・
Chapter 4 ◆ Curry, Hayashi Rice
Kissa Riverstone
Coffee En
Woodstock
Kissa Ruo
Tearoom Hana
Coffee Specialty Store Yamayuri
・
Chapter 5 ◆ Sandwiches, Bread
Kado
Kissa Renga
Furansukan
Coffee Aroumu
Rai
Coffee Shop Deux
・
Chapter 6 ◆ After-meal Desserts
Cafe Miel
Cafe Keimeisha Yawata Store
Kissa Bridge
Civitas
Tamuramachi Kimuraya Main Store
Dongurisha
Column 1: Sugar Pot Collection
Column 2: Lighting Collection
Nostalgic Famous Shops 1: Coffee Specialty Store Ace
Nostalgic Famous Shops 2: Kissa Louvre
Nostalgic Famous Shops 3: Uki
Coffee Shop Owners Roundtable
Don't miss the coffee shop interiors!
● Author Rina Nanba
The second director of the Tokyo Kissaten Research Institute.
She single-mindedly visits Junkissa and broadcasts their charm across various media. Her numerous books include 'Junkissa Collection' (Kawade Bunko) and 'Junkissa and Sweet Things' (Seibundo Shinkosha).
● New Publication Information
Title: Junkissa Lunch
Author: Rina Nanba
Specifications: 46 size / Softcover / 176 pages
Release Date: April 24, 2026
Price: 1,980 JPY (Base price 1,800 JPY)
ISBN: 9784309296005
Publisher: Kawade Shobo Shinsha
https://www.kawade.co.jp/np/isbn/9784309296005/
*The e-book will be released after May. Please check each e-book store for details.
● Well-received Previous Publication
Title: Junkissa Collection
Author: Rina Nanba
Specifications: Bunko size / 192 pages
Release Date: January 7, 2022
Price: 1,100 JPY (Base price 1,000 JPY)
ISBN: 9784309296005 (Note: ISBN matching source text, possibly typo in press release for previous book)
Publisher: Kawade Shobo Shinsha
https://www.kawade.co.jp/np/isbn/9784309418643/
*E-book is also currently on sale.