THE ROASTERS COFFEE SHINSAIBASHI

The Minami district in Osaka, western Japan, draws people of all stripes, from overseas visitors to fashion-conscious youths and businesspeople. In one corner of the colorful neighborhood stands THE ROASTERS COFFEE SHINSAIBASHI, selling self-roasted coffee to general consumers and about 120 wholesale clients. Ikko Tenma joined the business in 2017. Now in charge of green coffee sourcing and roasting, he used to work for a printing firm. It was during those days that Tenma fell in love with coffee, and today, he aspires to open his own shop. We spoke to Tenma to delve deeper into the passion brewing within his heart. “Novice” roaster Office buildings, commercial facilities and hotels line Midosuji street, a major avenue stretching north to south through downtown Osaka. Tucked a block away from Midosuji...