What other travelers are saying about Shimafumi Cafe - Sado Island
Arrived here about 1230 and over 1/2 products sold out. No English Menu (not really an issue). Amazing location and probably the main reason for a visit. The Cheese Toast Set Menu was tasty. The Curry special was okay but not brilliant. Worth a visit, but only if going past and probably arrive for Brunch and not lunch if you want to be have a wide variety to choose from
A great spot to go for brunch - make sure to come shortly after opening or lots of the bread items will be sold out. The lunch set has a really nice variety of small dishes. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, although they can get quite crowded at lunchtime. The view of Mano Bay is really beautiful, especially in spring when there is still snow on the mountains.
This is a golden gem on the island of Sado. During the winter months the island slows down a lot but this dope little cafe still keeps its doors open and invites everyone in to their cozy corner on the bay. With the view of the mountains, Sea of Japan and shoreline, it’s the perfect spot for a cup of coffee or lunch. We even enjoyed the cool swing to lounge and take the beauty in, but the hospitality and comfiness that this place has is by far the best on Sado! Can’t wait to come back in the summer!
Very nice bakery and cafe! Everything we ate here was delicious! We came 2 days in a row. I recommend the hotdog for ¥600, which uses sausage from a local sausage maker (sorry, no picture).
To reach Shimafumi Cafe, you must first take the Sado Kisen ferry from Niigata Port to Ryotsu Port on Sado Island, which takes approximately 2.5 hours. From Ryotsu Port, you can rent a car or use local bus services to reach the Mano Bay area where the cafe is located. The cafe sits on a hill on the west coast of Sado Island with views overlooking Mano Bay.
Shimafumi is renowned for its artisan bakery that uses traditional fermentation techniques and premium ingredients to create freshly baked bread. The cafe offers spectacular panoramic views of Mano Bay and the Japan Sea from its hillside location. Their signature dish is the "Sado Geopark Plate" which features fresh local seafood and seasonal Sado produce, combining excellent food with stunning coastal scenery.
Yes, Shimafumi recently added Seaside House accommodations featuring an 80-square-meter cottage that's perfect for families and groups. This allows visitors to extend their stay and fully experience the coastal setting. The establishment operates both as a day-visit cafe and as overnight accommodation.
Beyond their famous freshly baked bread, Shimafumi serves dishes that highlight local Sado produce including fresh seafood and seasonal ingredients. Popular menu items include their signature "Sado Geopark Plate," onion gratin soup, and chicken curry. The cafe combines modern cafe culture with traditional Japanese hospitality, offering both local specialties and comfort food options.
No, there are no admission fees required to visit Shimafumi Cafe. You simply pay for the food and drinks you order. The cafe also includes a small souvenir shop where you can purchase local products. The open terrace overlooking Mano Bay is available to all cafe customers, making it an ideal lunch stop during your Sado Island exploration.
