Secret Coffee Introduction
Drip Slow Brew Showa Time, "Miyako Coffee," known for its ability to create spaces themed after film scenes, has three locations across Taiwan. The Taipei branch reflects the Shanghai ambiance from "In the Mood for Love," while the Tainan store captures the essence of Hong Kong's "Days of Being Wild." The Chiayi location, referred to as "Jiamy," showcases the nostalgic style of old Taiwanese street houses from the 1960s, evoking "the everyday life in Ozu Yasujiro's films" in a naturally immersive setting. Miyako Coffee is crafted by a pair of brothers engaged in the arts; the younger brother, Xiaoyi, has a distinctive style, wearing floral shirts while brewing coffee in Tainan and switching to a black kimono for Chiayi. When he brews coffee at the bar, the cinematic feel of the space becomes even richer, and every quick snap resembles a promotional photo. Xiaoyi reveals that all lighting has been meticulously designed. Jiamy operates only four days a week, from 2 PM to 10 PM, making it one of the late-night cafes in Chiayi. As the night deepens, seated at the bar enjoying Xiaoyi's KONO drip coffee method or the hand-brushed tea by Japanese craftsmen, one can experience a focused and serene atmosphere, as if time has stood still, much like the tortoiseshell cat Uru gazing out the window with clear, poignant eyes. Image source: Chiayi City Government Tourism and News Office | Photographer: Margo
