Tokiwa: A Seoul-Inspired Café with Sea Views in Busan

If you’ve ever searched for a café where you can sip coffee while watching waves crash onto the shore, you’re not alone. Many coffee lovers dream of combining great brews with coastal vibes—but few places truly deliver both. In Busan, South Korea, one café not only offers that experience, but also roasts everything it serves on-site.

Tokiwa, located in Busan, is a two-story coffee spot where you can watch the ocean from window seats on the upper floor, overlooking Gwangalli Beach. The ground floor is dedicated to takeout, while the upstairs is for dining in—with all coffee beans and snacks roasted in-house.

What Makes Tokiwa Unique

Tokiwa stands out as both a café and a working roastery. Every coffee bean and baked good served comes from their own roasting equipment onsite. This vertical integration allows them to control roast profiles, freshness, and pairings directly—resulting in a fully curated coffee experience.

The Layout: Functional and Scenic

The café’s two-level design serves distinct purposes. The first floor is optimized for efficiency—takeaway orders are handled here, making it easy for customers to grab coffee and go. The second floor is built for lingering. With large windows facing the water, it’s designed as a relaxed space where visitors can enjoy their drinks with a view.

In-House Roasting: From Bean to Bite

All coffee beans served at Tokiwa are roasted on the premises. In addition, the café produces its own range of light baked goods, including cookies and other snacks—all freshly baked and also roasted in-house. This approach ensures that every item, from the espresso to the cookie on the side, shares a common freshness and quality standard.

Location and Atmosphere

Situated in close proximity to Gwangalli Beach, the café’s upstairs seating offers direct sightlines to the shoreline and surf. It’s an ideal spot for those looking to combine a seaside coffee experience with a carefully crafted cup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Tokiwa café located?

Tokiwa is located in Busan, South Korea, near Gwangalli Beach, specifically in the Haeundae district area where the famous Gwangalli Beach (also known as ) is situated. The café's upstairs offers direct views of the beach.

Does Tokiwa roast its own coffee?

Yes, Tokiwa roasts all of its own coffee beans on-site. The café operates its own roasting equipment and handles the entire roasting process for the coffee it serves, ensuring freshness and control over roast profiles.

Does Tokiwa serve food as well as coffee?

Yes, in addition to coffee, Tokiwa serves its own freshly baked light snacks, including cookies and other baked goods. All of these food items are also roasted or prepared in-house alongside the coffee.

What is the layout of Tokiwa café?

Tokiwa has two floors: the first floor is dedicated to takeout service, making it quick and efficient for customers on the go. The second floor is a relaxed dining area with seating, including window spots overlooking Gwangalli Beach.

Can you see the ocean from Tokiwa?

Yes, the upstairs seating area at Tokiwa offers direct views of Gwangalli Beach , allowing visitors to enjoy their coffee with a scenic ocean backdrop.

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