[Yamagata, Murayama ] “greenwoodcoffee roaster” – A home-roasting cafe surrounded by nature
2021/08/03 This site contains advertisements. Category: cafe
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This time, we’d like to introduce “greenwoodcoffee roaster,” a popular cafe in Murayama City, recommended by a follower. This cafe, located at the foot of the nature-rich Hayama, offers a relaxing atmosphere where you can enjoy carefully roasted coffee.
greenwoodcoffee roaster, a coffee shop and cafe in Murayama City

“greenwoodcoffee roaster” is located a little outside of Murayama city center, and is a cafe where you can spend time surrounded by nature throughout the four seasons.
There is also terrace seating, so we recommend enjoying your coffee outside on a nice day.
The store not only sells coffee beans, but also has a sales space for miscellaneous goods, where you can find items that will add a little color to your life.
Aromatic coffee and a wide variety of menu items

The stylish and relaxed atmosphere of the shop is filled with the fragrant aroma of roasting.
The menu changes with the seasons, so even regulars have the opportunity to discover new flavors.
Their blended coffee is especially popular.
- “Umi Blend”: A refreshing drink perfect for your morning cup
- “Yama Blend”: A rich, full-bodied flavor, popular among coffee connoisseurs
This time, I ordered the “Panama Coffee” (450 yen), which was recommended on the sign. Owner Naoto Ito was very serious as he carefully brewed the coffee by hand. The aroma and flavor were exceptional, and the moment I sipped it, I realized the “depth of coffee.”
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It was a cup of coffee with a very deep flavor. It felt like I was tasting only the delicious parts that had been extracted. I couldn’t help but think, “How happy I would be if I could drink coffee like this every day.”
Until then, I had never really paid much attention to the richness of coffee and had always drank it thinking, “This is about what it’s like,” but this cup was completely different. There was no harsh or irritating taste that lingered after drinking it, and it tasted completely different from the coffee I’d brewed myself.
What are the keys to brewing delicious coffee at home?

We asked Mr. Ito about some tips for brewing delicious coffee at home.
- Preheat the equipment and cups you’ll be using.
- Use a slightly larger amount of beans.
- Use water temperature of 84-92°C.
- Steep for 30-40 seconds.
- Don’t brew until the end.
Just by keeping these basic principles in mind, your home-brewed coffee will taste amazing!
Furthermore, the type of water you use will affect the taste, so one of the fun things to do is try to find the water that suits you best.
Cold-brewed coffee is also delicious!

At “greenwoodcoffee roaster,” cold brew coffee is also very popular. It’s a rich, clean-tasting cup of coffee without any unpleasant aftertaste.
The shop also sells tea bags for cold brew coffee (780 yen for a pack of 6), making it easy to enjoy authentic cold brew coffee at home. I tried it out and it had a strong aroma and was very delicious, and it was a big hit at work too.

Put the tea bag in the bottle and wait for 24 hours.

I tried putting in two packets, but I think it ended up a little diluted. It said one packet per 200ml, so I think it might have been better to put in another packet for a bottle this size.
I asked everyone at work to try it, and
“I have the impression that cold-brewed tea is bitter, but I didn’t notice any unpleasant bitterness.”
“It’s smooth and easy to drink.” “It’s cold, but it still has a nice aroma.”
“If I were making it into a cafe au lait, I’d prefer it a little stronger, but I think this is just right.”
One person said this. I think it’s fine to adjust the strength to your liking!
| Spot Name | greenwoodcoffee roaster |
|---|---|
| Phone Number | 0237-48-6984 |
| Business Hours | Wednesday–Saturday: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM *Temporary closures and opening times may occur |
| Closed | Sunday, Monday, Tuesday *Temporary closures and opening times may occur |
| Address | 21-5 Inashita, Murayama City, Yamagata Prefecture 995-0204 |
| Access | 11 minutes by car from JR Murayama Station, 6 minutes by car from Murayama IC |
| Parking | Available |
| HP・SNS | greenwoodcoffee roaster Homepge |
