Lemon, which you all have probably eaten at least once.
Do you know the café that has a large lemon standing outside?
Its name is "Sun Lemon."
You will be overwhelmed by the large lemon sculpture, and there are plenty of delicious, nutritious dishes you will want to eat for breakfast or lunch!
Additionally, there are Instagram-worthy menu items that are popular during dessert time, and it seems that not only regulars but also young people have been increasingly drawn to it recently.
In this article, we will introduce recommended menu items and special features of Sun Lemon.
This article is a contribution by second-year students of Okayama Prefectural Kurashiki Washu Senior High School in the comprehensive inquiry class "Kojima Future Studies." It has been re-edited and published by Haretoco General Incorporated Association.
Sun Lemon is a café popular for its American diner atmosphere
The interior is not reminiscent of Showa-era Japan, but rather designed with an American diner in mind.
Diner: A casual restaurant located along highways, a type of prefabricated restaurant unique to North America.
Large windows let water flow, providing coolness even in the hot summer.
With paintings and plants adorning the space, the retro atmosphere is enhanced by the red-shaded lighting that is rarely seen nowadays.
A bear customer is also visiting by the window. Its outfit changes with the seasons, making it very cute.
A soothing space with relaxing background music playing.
I recommend it when you come to Kojima and want to spend some leisurely time.
This is it for breakfast! Thick-sliced bread "Sunset"
The "Sunset" featured on a local TV station.
The fluffy thick-sliced bread soaked with butter and served with a fresh, heaping salad is recommended for breakfast.
It pairs excellently with coffee, but you can also choose from other drinks.
Eating the Sunset in the morning will surely energize you for the day!
By the way, this menu can be ordered all day, so you can enjoy it anytime.
Want to eat a lot! Turkish lunch
For a hungry lunch, the set menu is recommended. Among them, the Turkish lunch is popular.
It is said that the talent Hikomaro, known for "It's a treasure box of XX!" enjoyed it.
The Turkish lunch includes Italian spaghetti, katsu curry, and a salad.
Eating the Turkish lunch will surely help you get through the afternoon's tasks.
Lots of fruits! Chilled fruit cream soda
When you come to Sun Lemon, you must try the fruit cream soda at least once.
It contains seven types of fruits, including cherries, bananas, kiwis, mandarins, yellow peaches, apples, and pineapples.
The Hawaiian float is also popular.
The drink sparkling in the light from the window is very photogenic and popular among young people.
In the hot summer, you can cool off with a refreshing cream soda and Hawaiian float.
Sun Lemon is loved not only by regulars but also widely by the social media generation.
We asked the owner about the love put into the shop.
Interview with Sun Lemon Staff
We interviewed the staff of Sun Lemon, which has been in business for 50 years, to hear their thoughts about the shop.
Origin of the Shop's Name
Please tell us the origin of the shop's name.
Staff
Actually, Sun Lemon is "Sun (sun) and Lemon."
The "Sun" was taken from the Tower of the Sun during the Osaka Expo.
Also, "Lemon" was inspired by the trend among young people at the time of eating whole lemons.
Has the Menu Changed Over Time?
Has there been a change in the age range of customers over the years?
Staff
In the early days, many customers were salarymen and families, but with the spread of social media, we now see many young people such as students, couples, and groups of women.
So, has there been a change in the menu as well?
Staff
In the past, we often offered menus like "XX Set Meal" for salarymen who came during lunch hours, but now there are more Western-style dishes like "XX Lunch" that are easier for young women to eat.
Additionally, sweets like cream soda ordered during dessert time are popular.
Furthermore, we have seen an increase in customers consciously ordering lemon squash and lemonade, which are inspired by the shop's name.
Original Blend Coffee with Unchanged Flavor Since Establishment
Are there any popular menu items that have remained unchanged since the establishment?
Staff
Coffee has always been popular. Many people order it in the morning or during work breaks.
Do you have a preference for coffee beans?
Staff
We create our original blend of coffee.
While it has changed little by little over the past 50 years, we strive to maintain the same taste and aroma.
How do you want to continue the shop in the future?
Staff
We have been able to continue thanks to our customers.
We want to continue to propose dishes that are loved across generations, from regulars to young people.
Conclusion
Sun Lemon is a warm shop overflowing with the owner's kindness, welcoming customers with all their heart.
I believe that is the secret to being loved by many customers for a long time.
It is a recommended coffee shop where you can feel a sense of nostalgia in a calm atmosphere, making you want to visit again and again.
While enjoying delicious menu items, I think you can forget the busy everyday life by having conversations with friends by the window.
Please visit the coffee shop "Sun Lemon," marked by a large lemon object!
Sun Lemon Data
| Name | Sun Lemon |
|---|---|
| Address | 5-1-1 Ogawa, Kojima, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture |
| Contact | 086−472−5281 |
| Parking | Available |
| Business Hours | 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Last order at 7:30 PM |
| Regular Holidays | Thursday, Friday |
| Payment Methods |
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| Reservation | Available |
| Seats | 52 seats |
| Smoking | Non-smoking (smoking allowed in designated areas only) |
| Toilet | Japanese-style toilet |
| Website | Official Sun Lemon Instagram |
