Taipei café’s signature Komoriyama matcha thousand-layer cake & ultra-instagrammable feature wall

▲ The signature feature wall at the entrance of "Life Elsewhere Elsewhere Cafe" has become a popular search keyword on many social media platforms. (Photo/Netizen)kattliu1230Provided, please do not repost without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

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How can you tell if a café is successful? Besides delicious food, the environment, decor, atmosphere, and so on, are all essential elements. This"Life Elsewhere Elsewhere Cafe"not only serves tasty cakes but also displays many unique picture books for customers to browse. Outside the café, there’s an extraordinarily distinctive and beautiful graffiti wall where visitors can take photos and feel like social media stars.

▲ The matcha thousand-layer cake made with Komoriyama matcha powder is the café’s signature dish. (Photo/Life Elsewhere Elsewhere CafeProvided, please do not repost without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

The most famous item at this "Life Elsewhere" café is undoubtedly the matcha thousand-layer cake. The moist matcha layers are filled with sweet matcha cream, making it a must-try for dessert lovers. The key point is that all the matcha used here comes from Japan’s Komoriyama matcha powder—infusing the cake inside and out with authentic matcha flavor. The topping matcha powder adds a slight bitterness, making it a must-order dish. However,since the thousand-layer cake is coated with matcha cream, it may become soggy and collapse over time, so it’s best to finish it within half an hour after servingto fully enjoy its deliciousness.

▲ The café also has a section dedicated to selling picture books and some retro items. (Photo/Pingzi)

In addition to coffee and desserts, the café has a section selling picture books and postcards. Cute postcards paired with many retro items, along with a small outdoor garden, create a more relaxed and cozy atmosphere. There are also plenty of books to borrow, and by the afternoon, the place is often nearly full—arrive late, and you might miss out.

▲ Quirky, literary-style items also attract many visitors. (Photo/Pingzi)

Besides the cozy, literary-style café interior, the large wall outside is also highly popular on social media. With a sky-blue base and adorable painted patterns, it draws many people for photos and check-ins. Though it looks simple, it brings a unique vibrancy and texture.

▲ The minimalist style adds another layer of charm to the café. (Photo/Netizenparadise8279Provided, please do not repost without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

"Life Elsewhere Elsewhere Cafe" is a great spot for gatherings. The café provides Wi-Fi and power outlets, making it easy for people to sit for hours with just a cake, a cup of coffee, and a book—a truly relaxing and cozy experience. This picture-book and illustration café brings together book lovers for discussions and exchanges.

Life Elsewhere Elsewhere Cafe
Phone: 02-3393-2018
Address: 1F, No. 3, Lane 119, Section 1, Roosevelt Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City (Exit 3, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall MRT Station)
Business Hours: Tuesday – Sunday 12:00–22:00 (Minimum spend per person: NT$150)