01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Just steps from Kami-Igusa Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line, Carina is a takeaway sandwich specialist that draws an early morning crowd right from its 6:00 opening. Behind the glass counter, trays of savoury and sweet options sit side by side, offering a cheerful, reliable start to the day.
Velvety egg salad on crustless white bread
The perennial favourite is the egg sandwich, finely mashed into a smooth, luscious filling that settles neatly against soft, crustless Japanese milk bread. Its gentle, slightly sweet seasoning pairs effortlessly with the tender bread crumb, yielding an understated, comforting breakfast you could easily eat multiples of.
Savory combinations and sweet treats
Savory selections run deep, featuring the popular Special—combining egg salad with lightly salted potato salad—alongside ham katsu, whose fried coating lends a crisp textural contrast. Other morning picks include a refreshing vegetable sandwich, fried fish cutlet, and a combo that sandwiches ham katsu and egg together. Sweet teeth are looked after as well, with whipped cream-laden fruit sandwiches and day-specific specials like red bean paste and fresh cream, fitting neatly into snack time.
Operating Thursday through Sunday for takeaway only, Carina often sees its display case thin out by early afternoon, so an early arrival is best for the full selection. The shop accepts cash as well as various cashless payments, making it a handy stop before commuting or on a neighborhood stroll.
