Honduras / Edgardo Tinoco
Washed lot with Stone Fruit, Plum, and Prune in the cup.
Santa Barbara, HN · Washed
MediumStone FruitPlumPrune+2
Well-reviewed roaster
82
$2.24/oz
Roaster
Onibus Coffee
Tokyoonibuscoffee.com ↗
- Coffees in catalog
- 9
- Also available
- 5
- Avg Cherry's Index (limited data)
- 77.2
- Reddit sentiment
- 85/100
OriginsCOHNPERWETKE
How Cherry’s Index is calculatedavg coverage 33% · limited data
Coverage is below 50%. Most of this roaster’s lots are scored off roaster-level signals (Reddit + YouTube) without per-lot SCA grades, Coffee Review entries, or published buyer reviews. With limited signal, scores are also pulled toward a neutral 50 baseline by the Cherry’s Index methodology, so lots can read flatter than the actual cup quality differences between them. The avg Cherry’s Index reflects general reputation more than per-lot quality.
Roaster signals
Apply to every lot from this roaster.
- Reddit85/100weight 18%
- YouTube90/100weight 10%
Per-lot signals (averaged)
Vary across lots; averaged over 9 in-stock lots.
- SCA gradenot on file · weight 25%
- Coffee Reviewnot on file · weight 20%
- Buyer reviewsnot on file · weight 12%
- Cherrybook reader ratingsnot on file · weight 5%
- Transparency56.7/1009/9 lots · weight 5%
Bonuses earned (per lot)
- sprudge9/9
- stale decay5/9
Base components are renormalized over whatever signals are available for each lot. SCA + Coffee Review are capped at 40% combined to keep the cupping story from dominating. Bonuses (accolades, awards, editorial coverage) and freshness decay are applied on top.
In Cherry’s Lookbook
See morePackaging
A modular grid of stained glass rectangles for brand identity
The label features a grid of stained-glass-style rectangles in varying shades of blue, teal, and white. It functions as a modular visual language that feels architectural rather than illustrative. By using a consistent geometric pattern across the line, the roaster creates a recognizable identity that stands out on a shelf without needing to change the core design for every new origin.
Community reputation · Reddit
Cult favorite· sentiment 85/100
Onibus Coffee is a well-regarded specialty coffee roaster and shop based in Tokyo, frequently highlighted by travelers planning trips to Japan or visiting spots like About Life Coffee Brewers. Customers praise their exceptional single-origin offerings, such as the washed Ethiopian heirloom and Chelelectu, noting their rich sweetness, tea-like qualities, and fruity finishes. Their beans and brew recipes are received enthusiastically by home brewers using methods like Aeropress and pour over.
Tokyo specialty coffeeexcellent single-originsfruity and tea-like notespopular tourist destinationgreat pour over and aeropress
Threads cited (5)
Press · Sprudge
- Seattle: Bonanza and ONIBUS Link Up To Take Over The La Marzocco Cafe2019-06-07·sprudge
For their next residency, the La Marzocco Cafe invites an international collaboration.
- In Tokyo, Onibus Nakameguro Brings Coffee Full Circle2016-03-10·sprudge
Onibus in Tokyo, Japan.
- Onibus Coffee: A Hub For Neighborhood Connection In Tokyo2015-07-16·sprudge
A little red roaster, pop music, and neighborhood connection.
- The Facts Of About Life, A Multi-Roaster Coffee Window In Tokyo2014-10-23·sprudge
About Life Coffee, a tiny stand from Onibus Coffee, opened quietly this May in Dogenzaka in Shibuya, an area more synonymous with nightlife than…
On YouTube
5 videos · 229k combined views
Outside coverage of Onibus Coffee centers on its iconic Tokyo cafe locations, particularly the Nakameguro shop set beside parkland and passing train tracks. Reviewers and interviewees emphasize a philosophy of approachability, aiming to make specialty coffee accessible to general customers while maintaining distinct character and precision. Coverage also highlights their direct sourcing efforts in origins like Guatemala and their strong emphasis on community connection through physical spaces.
Iconic Nakameguro park and train track settingApproachability for everyday coffee drinkersDirect producer relationships and origin tripsCommunity-focused Tokyo cafe spacesClean and sweet pour over flavor profiles
Coverage from others
- 179k views
Onibus Coffee / Tokyo
Kurasu Kyoto
- 36k views
TOKYO TRAVEL VLOG | Ngopi di Onibus Coffee Nakameguro & mampir ke Starbucks roastery terbesar 🇯🇵
Aul and Rianka
- 6k views
Tokyo Cafes - Onibus Coffee Nakameguro
Eric the Coffee Guy
- 5k views
Onibus Coffee Nakameguro: Tokyo’s Must-Visit Specialty Coffee Spot ☕️
A Frame from That Day 🌿 あの日の物語
- 3k views
How to brew V60 Coffee by Onibus Coffee
Agi Gratia
Flagship cafe
Retail location
Tokyo
Open in maps →Seed-city fallback applied (Tokyo, Japan); the website didn't expose a specific flagship address. LLM-finder notes: The website lists multiple cafe locations (e.g., Nakameguro, Yakumo, Jiyugaoka) but does not provide specific street addresses for any of them on the provided pages.
The catalog
9 in stock · 13 archived
Peru / La Palestina Geisha
Washed lot with Floral, Apricot, and Jasmine Tea in the cup.
Cajamarca, PE · Washed
MediumFloralApricotJasmine+2
Well-reviewed roaster
82
$3.90/oz
MediumTropical FruitCherryHoney
Well-reviewed roaster
81
$2.60/oz
Rwanda / Ruli 1704 (Soil Project Lot)
Expect Citrus, Plum, and Floral from this washed.
Gakenke, RW · Washed
MediumCitrusPlumFloral+2
Well-reviewed roaster
80
$2.13/oz
MediumLemonHerbBlack Tea
Well-reviewed roaster
80
$2.13/oz
MediumBerryCitrusChocolate
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$1.89/oz
Ethiopia Sidamo G2 Mountain Water — Decaf
Washed lot with Floral and Stone Fruit in the cup.
Sidamo, ET · Washed
MediumFloralPeach
Well-reviewed roaster
73
$2.13/oz
City Roast Blend — Onibus Original Blend
Think Dark Chocolate, Deep Mouthfeel, and Sweet Aftertaste.
Dark ChocolateOverall Sweet
Well-reviewed roaster
72
$1.65/oz
Onibus Blend
Cupping notes point toward Sweetness, Chocolate, and Wine.
MediumSweet AromaticsChocolateWiney+1
Well-reviewed roaster
71
$1.54/oz
Also available · subscriptions, sample packs, gear
Cold Brew Pack (4 Packs)
Taste data is still sparse; open the detail page before judging this lot.
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$1.79/oz
Drip Bag Gift Box (6 count)
Not much signal yet; the detail page has what we know.
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$1.36/oz
Single Origin Subscription
Taste data is still sparse; open the detail page before judging this lot.
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$5.10/oz
Drip Bag Set (10 Pack)
Taste data is still sparse; open the detail page before judging this lot.
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.13/oz
Coffee Tasting Set (Blend / Single Origin)
Taste data is still sparse; open the detail page before judging this lot.
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$6.80/oz
Archived (13)
Colombia / Diego Andrade Chambaco [Pink Bourbon]
Expect Floral, Peach, and Passionfruit from this washed.
Huila, CO · Washed
MediumFloralPeachPassionfruit+2
Well-reviewed roaster
82
$2.60/oz
Out of stock
Brazil / Inacio Urban [Aramosa]
Expect Tropical Fruit, Berry, and Milk Chocolate from this anaerobic natural.
Cerrado, BR · Anaerobic Natural
MediumTropical FruitBerryMilk Chocolate
Well-reviewed roaster
82
$2.36/oz
Out of stock
Colombia / Jesus Antonio Saavedra [Castillo]
Washed lot with Mandarin Orange, Persimmon, and Herbal in the cup.
Tolima, CO · Washed
MediumHerbOverall Sweet
Well-reviewed roaster
82
$2.95/oz
Out of stock
Peru / La Palestina [Geisha]
Expect Jasmine Tea, Floral, and Muscat from this natural.
Cajamarca, PE · Natural
MediumJasmineFloralGrape+1
Well-reviewed roaster
82
$4.37/oz
Out of stock
Ethiopia / Worka Sakaro Ripe Cherry
Expect Nectarine, Berry, and Black Tea from this washed.
Gedeb, ET · Washed
MediumNectarineBerryBlack Tea+1
Well-reviewed roaster
81
$2.13/oz
Out of stock
Honduras / Feliciano Sabillon
Stone Fruit, Walnut, and Well Balanced on a washed build.
Santa Barbara, HN · Washed
MediumStone FruitWalnut
Well-reviewed roaster
81
$2.01/oz
Out of stock
El Salvador / Fito Montiel, Satos Arnulfo Diaz
Grape, Tropical Fruit, and White Peach on a natural build.
Chalatenango, SV · Natural
MediumGrapeTropical FruitPeach+1
Well-reviewed roaster
81
$2.48/oz
Out of stock
Rwanda / Nkara 0404 - Soil Project Lot
Mandarin, Apricot, and Cacao on a washed build.
Gakenke, RW · Washed
MediumTangerinePeachCocoa+2
Well-reviewed roaster
81
$2.13/oz
Out of stock
Honduras / Angel Arturo Paz Ramirez [SL]
Anaerobic Washed lot with Walnut, Tropical Fruit, and Green Apple in the cup.
Santa Barbara, HN · Anaerobic Washed
MediumWalnutTropical FruitApple+1
Well-reviewed roaster
81
$2.01/oz
Out of stock
Peru / Merci Fernández [Bourbon]
Stone Fruit, Citrus, and Japanese Pear on a washed build.
Cajamarca, PE · Washed
MediumStone FruitCitrusPear+1
Well-reviewed roaster
81
$2.13/oz
Out of stock
Rwanda / Nkara, Michel Dusengimana
Washed lot with Dried Apricot, Citrus, and Brown Sugar in the cup.
Gakenke, RW · Washed
MediumApricotCitrusBrown Sugar+1
Well-reviewed roaster
80
$2.24/oz
Out of stock
Mexico / Rosa Elisa Morales Sampieri
Expect Orange, Apricot, and Syrupy Texture from this washed.
Veracruz, MX · Washed
MediumOrangeApricotOverall Sweet
Well-reviewed roaster
80
$3.78/oz
Out of stock
Kenya / Gachika
Expect Pink Grapefruit, Cassis, and Sweet Finish from this washed.
Kiambu, KE · Washed
MediumGrapefruitBlackcurrantOverall Sweet
Well-reviewed roaster
80
$2.13/oz
Out of stock
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