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Kyoto, the ancient capital, is a city where good old traditions and refined culture still thrive. It is also home to many cafes where you can spend a Special moment in stylish surroundings. This time, we have rounded up recommended cafes in Kyoto, from renovated kyo-machiya (traditional Kyoto townhouses) to popular shops for matcha sweets.
Created: July 21, 2026
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This cafe is operated by Ralph Lauren, the global fashion brand, and is located a 7-minute walk from Kyoto-kawaramachi Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Main Line.
The interior, designed around the brand’s signature green, is said to have a refined atmosphere.
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The "Ralph's Brownie" features a rich brownie topped with vanilla ice cream. You can enjoy it with a drizzle of bitter chocolate sauce to taste.
The combination of warm brownie and cold ice cream is said to be irresistible.
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The "Classic Afternoon Tea" is a plan available for one person. A three-tier tea stand is arranged with American-style savory items, sweets, and scones.
They also offer free refills on drinks, including their original blend coffee.
かまぼこM
I love Polo Bear, so I finally made it to this cafe I had been wanting to visit. As you would expect from Ralph Lauren. The bright, refined space was stylish and wonderful, and I enjoyed a Special cup in a roomy sofa seat. The latte art and cookies were just too cute. I ended up taking lots of photos!
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きなこもちか
・Carrot cake
The cake was big, in an American size! The carrot cake was surprisingly not too sweet. The spice was also mild, so it was easy to eat and seemed like something even first-time carrot cake eaters could enjoy!
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This is an adult casual cafe bar located a 5-minute walk from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Main Line.
The interior is done in blue and brown. High chair counter seats line the space, and you can relax while chatting with the staff.
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The most popular item is the “Kawaramachi Purin Plate.” This indulgent plate comes with an assortment of house-made vanilla purin (pudding), daily cake, cookies, and more.
The texture is smooth, and you can enjoy the gentle sweetness of vanilla.
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From standard picks to seasonal specials, they also offer a wide range of authentic coffee made by baristas.
The "ja!reve Blue Latte" is a menu item that catches the eye with its vivid blue latte art. The foam is said to be very fine, giving it a creamy texture.
ぷりおの訪問記録
I stopped by just to kill a little time, but both the atmosphere and the food were great. The shop’s signature croissant came filled with cream, and the crisp, light pastry paired perfectly with the smooth cream. The pistachio ice cream was also very good, with the nutty toasted flavor unique to pistachios and a gentle sweetness.
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美桜❤︎関西グルメ
Not only is the food good, but the interior is also very stylish. At night, you can enjoy wine and great sweets here, so it is highly recommended as a second stop! The atmosphere is just too good✨
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This is a pancake specialty cafe located a 1-minute walk from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Main Line.
The interior is said to be divided into an area where you can relax while looking out over the Takasegawa (Takase River), and another area inspired by the coast of Santorini in Greece.
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The moist and fluffy texture of the pancakes is popular.
This is the "Shio Caramel Pancake." The house made caramel cream uses salt from Okinawa Prefecture, and it is said to have a lightly bittersweet flavor.
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The Kyoto location limited "Yuzu Kaoru Matcha Pancake" is a dish that combines matcha cream with a milky taste and shiikuwasa (flat lemon) with yuzu.
It comes with whipped nama-choco (fresh chocolate), giving it a refreshing finish.
りん17342
This is a restaurant I’d recommend for a date. There are two sofa seats, and you can reserve them in advance, so I highly recommend it for days when you want to relax. I had the eggs Benedict and a sweet Pancake, and both were delicious.
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SMの記録
It was delicious! We had a wonderful time. It was right around cafe time, so the place was full of customers! There were all kinds of people there, including families, couples, and solo diners!
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BLUE LEAF CAFE Kyoto is a cafe located a 1-minute walk from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Main Line.
The warm wood-toned interior offers spacious sofa seating, table seating, and counter seating.
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The most popular item, the "French Toast Plain," is said to be made by baking thick cut bread in Nanbu tekki (traditional cast ironware from Iwate).
The outside is crisp and fragrant, while the inside has a soft, springy texture like pudding.
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The "Waffle Caramel Banana" is a dish topped with caramelized bananas, sliced almonds, and vanilla ice cream.
It is popular for its crisp and chewy waffle texture, which goes great with the toasty flavor of caramel.
ngc-tani
The restaurant had a spacious interior with seats laid out with plenty of room, so I could relax and enjoy my time there. I ordered the mixed berry waffle. I do not have much of a sweet tooth, so the balance of ice cream and whipped cream was just right for me.
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もこもこさん。
This cafe has a bright exterior, and when you go down the stairs, you find a very spacious interior. The pancakes looked tempting too, but the showcase was lined with cakes. It is roomy and has plenty of seating. There is also good space between the tables, so it was quiet and I could relax and take my time. The menu was extensive too.
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This salon-style cafe is about an 11-minute walk from Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Main Line.
The interior, renovated from a machiya (traditional townhouse), is said to have a somehow nostalgic feel. If you sit at the counter by the window, you can enjoy sweets with a lush green view.
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The seasonal afternoon tea set is a great pick for people who want to try a little bit of many different sweets.
It includes savory bites and sweets full of seasonal feel, made with ingredients at their peak. They say every item looks great and tastes great too, with quality that leaves you fully Manzoku.
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The signature menu item, the "ichigo (strawberry) and vanilla parfait," pairs sweet-tart ichigo with a vanilla mousse tart that has just the right amount of sweetness.
The glass contains thyme jelly, which adds a light bitterness and a refreshing flavor.
谷ぞう
This place is set in a renovated machiya (traditional townhouse), with a very stylish and calming interior. I had the Halloween version of the afternoon tea. Everything I tried was delicious, and you could tell each item was made with great care. The tea was good too.
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アベタク1011
・Grape and fig parfait
Made with plenty of Shine Muscat grapes, figs, and Kyoho grapes that are in season, it let us enjoy their juicy texture and refined sweetness, along with the tartness of the cassis mousse and the white wine jelly, so we got to enjoy lots of different flavors with a refreshing feel〜. The seasonal afternoon tea and night parfaits are also recommended.
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This detached house cafe sits between buildings along Karasuma-dori, just a 1-minute walk from Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Main Line. It offers a wide range of creative galettes and crepes.
Decorated with plants and dried flowers, the interior has a natural feel.
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At this restaurant, you can customize both the galette and crepe from the batter to the toppings to suit your taste. If you are not sure what combination to choose, you can also pick from the topping examples.
The crepe batter is served freshly cooked, so you can enjoy its chewy texture.
The "Kyo nama-yuba (fresh yuba from Kyoto) / prosciutto" is a dish topped with plenty of vegetables and Kyoto-produced fresh yuba on a crisp baked galette.
The fresh yuba is seasoned with salt and pepper, and has a mild sweetness. It also goes perfectly with the salty prosciutto.
なっちゃんぐるめ
The interior had a stylish, natural feel. I was shown to a sofa seat, so I could relax comfortably. The galette had a perfectly soft-cooked egg with a rich, runny yolk. I had the asparagus and bacon galette, and it was packed with cheese, tomato, asparagus, and bacon, and the bacon was unbelievably good
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おうそうのぎょうじゃ
It feels like a lively and spacious cafe, making it very comfortable, with an atmosphere that makes you want to relax and stay for a long time, which is really nice.
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This cafe restaurant serves filling Breakfast dishes from morning through dinner. It is a 2-minute walk from Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Main Line.
You can relax and take your time here while listening to Hawaiian music.
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"Strawberry, Whipped Cream, and Macadamia Nut Pancakes" is a striking menu item topped with a heaping pile of whipped cream.
The whipped cream has a light texture, and even though it is very filling, it is said to be so easy to enjoy that you can finish it without getting tired of it.
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The "Smoked Salmon and Avocado Eggs Benedict" is a dish that comes with grilled potatoes.
The toasted English muffin goes perfectly with the mild hollandaise sauce, which is said to keep the acidity nicely in check.
あいごー1220
I’ve loved Eggs'n Things for a long time because it lets me enjoy a bit of Hawaii and the food is great! This time I quickly had an avocado cheeseburger and crepes!! Until now, I’d only ever had the pancakes, but the crepes are a great option too!!
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てつ子1207
The pancakes here really are the best, and they get even better with syrup. I also had the eggs Benedict, and the balance was great. The Hollandaise sauce was really good. It was supposed to be just a tea break, but I ended up having a very filling meal lol
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About a 7-minute walk from Marutamachi Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line, this popular cafe lets you enjoy inventive dishes and sweets in a calm space with the warmth of wood.
On the first floor, you can enjoy dishes crafted with care by the chef, while on the second-floor eat-in space, you can try sweets made by the pastry chef.
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You can choose 1 to 3 kinds of gelato from nearly 10 options, ranging from standard flavors to seasonal limited editions. Cookie and nut toppings are also available.
The lineup includes flavors that are not too sweet and let you fully enjoy the taste of the ingredients.
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The eat-in only menu item “Gelato Pound” is a plate that pairs salty butter pound cake with gelato and maple syrup.
You can enjoy the nice combination of the warm, moist pound cake and the cold gelato.
Anote
・Gelato Triple
What made the biggest impact was oba (shiso leaf)+strawberry. I could taste the oba surprisingly strongly, but it was delicious with no sense of mismatch at all. The oba had a strong impact, but the banana and spice flavors were each tasty as well, and the spice one was like chai.
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ちっちゃいくりちゃん
I couldn’t believe I found such a stylish and quiet place. Even the Cutipol cutlery was stylish. I was able to relax and take my time.
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YUGEN is located just a 1-minute walk from Marutamachi Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line. It is a Japanese tea specialty shop built around the concept of making Japanese traditions feel close at hand.
The cafe space, renovated from a Showa-era building, is said to have a grown-up atmosphere.
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They serve carefully selected nihoncha (Japanese tea) and sweets that pair well with nihoncha.
A popular repeat-order item is the “Shojin Goma Dango and Tea,” which seems to be served with sorbet. The rich flavor of carefully ground sesame is said to be irresistible.
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The "ichijiku (fig) to kurumi (walnut) no aburi mochi (lightly grilled rice cake) to ocha (tea)" is a menu item where you eat mochi grilled until the surface is lightly charred, topped with a gently sweet shiro miso (white miso) sauce.
The little pops of texture from the fig and the crunch of the walnut make nice accents, too.
じゅっきー
The interior has a clean, composed feel, yet the atmosphere still feels soft and welcoming. I had a set with tea and sweets. I chose tenbone, a hand-picked hojicha (roasted green tea) from Uji, and strawberry oshiruko (sweet red bean soup). This may have been the first time I ever took my time and really savored tea like this.
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Sakikiki
They carefully brewed the tea for me, and I was impressed by how good the Japanese tea was. The sweets were mildly sweet. It is a bit far, but I would like to visit again when I have time.
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Saredo Cafe & DINING Kyoto Ten is a cafe and dining spot located a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Station on the JR Kyoto Line. The interior, lined with antique red sofas and wooden tables, is said to have an atmosphere where you can relax and enjoy conversation.
Counter seats overlooking Shichijo-dori (Shichijo Street) are also available.
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From the food to the desserts, the menu is full of items that look as good as they taste.
This is the "Crepe Sucre Salted Caramel." It features a chewy, springy crepe topped with a rich salted caramel sauce.
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The popular Niku Chicago Pizza features a thick crust with a crispy texture, topped with creamy cheese and roast beef.
When cut, the cheese melts out from inside, giving it a rich and creamy taste.
エビ藁
It was a stylish cafe. The Chicago pizza was incredibly delicious. Everything I tried was good. The drinks came in cute glasses, and I liked that there was a lot to choose from. I think it’s a nice place.
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karina-mama
・Shrimp Corn White Chicago Pizza
This is a small, round, thick pizza. White sauce sits on top of a crisp, firm tart-like crust, and when you cut into it with a knife, the white sauce slowly spills out. It feels more like a gratin without macaroni than a pizza. The portion is large, so it is best shared with a few people.
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This cafe, which specializes in French toast, is on the second floor of a building about a 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station on the JR Kyoto Line.
It is decorated with dried flowers and antique goods, giving it a vintage feel. It is said to be extremely comfortable, making you want to stay a while.
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The "Kiwami French Toast" is a special plate with an assortment of three kinds of French toast, each with a different texture.
The French toast made with French bread is said to have a soft and crisp texture.
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The "Kyo Matcha (Kyoto matcha) French Azuki (sweet red beans) & Whip" is a dish packed with plenty of Japanese ingredients such as matcha ice cream and tsubuan (chunky sweet red bean paste).
It uses matcha from Kyoto, and each bite is said to spread an elegant sweetness across the palate.
チャッピー2205
I can never resist French toast. It was really delicious!! It comes with butter, cream, and various other things to eat with the French toast, and just looking at the plate is fun too ^_^
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しまたろ 食べ呑み歩き
The French toast was much tastier than it looked, and the other menu items, including the non-sweet lunch dishes, also looked good, so it felt like a place I’d want to visit again a few more times. The atmosphere inside was calm, and the interior was nice too.
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A cafe and bar located on the 1st floor of AEON Mall KYOTO Sakura Building, a 3-minute walk from Kyoto Station on the JR Kyoto Line.
Inside the bright restaurant, there are spacious sofa and table seats. Guests can also use the open terrace seating.
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The lunch-only menu item Wafu Steak Rice bowl features fragrant, seared lean steak topped with egg yolk and green onions.
The special sauce has a sharp kick of wasabi, and it is said to make the rice impossible to stop eating.
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There are also plenty of sweets that are perfect for dessert after a meal or as a snack.
The "Odo no Choco Banana Brulee Parfait" is said to pair the toasty flavor of bruleed custard with rich brownie and banana, bringing out their great taste.
るーしぇ れんれん
There are a fair number of seats, and the sofa seats are quite spacious, creating an atmosphere that makes conversation easy. The avocado cheese Hamburger Steak here was really good, with a tender patty, avocado, and melty cheese that went very well with the Japanese-style sauce.
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takatakata1218
・Teriyaki Egg Burger
The meaty patty with its tasty sauce was great, and the soft fluffy buns were good too. A hamburger, Cola, and fries make the best combo.
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Saryo Wakana is a cafe about a 13-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station on the Keihan Main Line, and it has become a popular spot where you can enjoy everything from freshly grilled dango (sweet rice dumplings) to a Domestic beef tasting lunch.
The interior is done in gray and white. Potted plants are placed on the tables, creating a Japanese modern atmosphere.
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The limited to 30 servings a day "Domestic beef tasting lunch" is a set that lets you enjoy three kinds of Rice bowl, including a roast beef Rice bowl made with A5 rank Wagyu Spencer roll.
The rice uses Special rice selected for each season, and it is said to bring out the good flavor of the meat.
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The “Sakufuwa Mitarashi Dango” is made with 100% komeko (rice flour). They grill each skewer over charcoal after you order.
You can enjoy the crisp charred texture and the rich sweetness of the mitarashi tare (sweet soy glaze).
なつやすみ_723
We had the Domestic beef tasting comparison! It was filling, tasty, and we were completely Manzoku! The staff were also cheerful and friendly, and we had lunch in a very pleasant atmosphere! Thank you!! I’d also like to go back and try the sweets again.
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食べ盛りのちぃちゃん
• Sakufuwa Mitarashi Dango (sweet soy glazed rice dumplings)
These dumplings were soft and chewy!! It seems this softness lasts for about 20 seconds. This shop is also famous for kakigori (shaved ice), and it’s popular!!
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This cafe, renovated from a kominka (traditional old house), is a 1-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station on the Keihan Main Line.
It has a spacious ozashiki (tatami seating area) and fully private rooms. You can enjoy carefully selected dishes made with high-quality ingredients and Japanese sweets while taking in the charm of a Kyoto machiya (traditional Kyoto townhouse).
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The very popular lunch menu item, "kisetsu yasai no seiro gohan (steamed rice set with seasonal vegetables)," comes with takikomi gohan (seasoned rice cooked with ingredients), seasonal steamed vegetables, and steamed pork.
You can enjoy different flavors of the vegetables and pork with seven kinds of seasonings, including yuzu koji miso and ponzu sauce.
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"Tora Monaka" is a sweet featuring a tiger design. You sandwich the accompanying shio anko (salted red bean paste) and fresh cream between the monaka wafer shells before eating it.
The anko has just the right level of sweetness, and its sweet-salty balance is said to be addictive.
manameats
You can enjoy the meat and vegetables all the way to the last bite with 7 different flavor options like ponzu sauce and yuzu koji miso. The natural flavors of the ingredients really shine, and it tastes incredibly good. And with plenty of vegetables, it feels healthy and wholesome❤︎The machiya (traditional Kyoto townhouse) atmosphere also feels very Kyoto-like and cozy, making it easy to relax◎
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ちゃっこゆー
• Steamed rice with seasonal vegetables
It was a nicely satisfying portion. The renovated kominka (traditional Japanese house) had a calm atmosphere. The parfait also caught my eye, so I’d like to visit again for cafe time too.
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This is the second branch of Amazon, a popular kissaten (Japanese coffee shop) in Kyoto Shichijo, and it is a 5-minute walk from Mototanaka Station on the Eizan Electric Railway Eizan Main Line. The menu is wide-ranging, with a focus on sandwiches and house-roasted coffee.
The brick and plaster walls make the interior stand out, and the space is said to have a nostalgic feel.
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The “ebi katsu sando (fried shrimp cutlet sandwich)” is made with buttered toast filled with crisp fried shrimp and shredded cabbage.
The plump, springy fried shrimp goes well with the sweet tartness of the tartar sauce and the rich flavor of the demi-glace sauce.
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The "wafu toast (Japanese-style toast)" is said to be a toast sandwich filled with fluffy dashimaki tamago (rolled omelet with dashi), cucumber, and nori (seaweed).
When you take a big bite, the dashi from the egg is said to burst out, and the flavor of katsuobushi (bonito flakes) spreads across your mouth.
20cf05
・Honey toast, salmon avocado cream cheese
The honey toast was delicious, with fluffy bread that went really well with the honey and vanilla ice cream, and the salmon avocado one was also a hot sandwich and really tasty!
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MARU7405
・Melon soda
The small interior has a retro feel. The cream soda comes with plenty of ice cream on top, and it looks cute.
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Saryo Hassui is a cafe set in a historic building that is more than 100 years old. It is located inside Suiran Luxury Collection Hotel Kyoto.
From the table seating inside and the terrace seats, you can enjoy views of the Arashiyama scenery through the changing seasons.
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The "Wa no Afternoon Tea" is an afternoon tea set themed around a Chinese poem inspired by the scenery of Arashiyama, and the menu changes every 3 months.
You can enjoy Japanese sweets made by the Kyoto wagashi (traditional Japanese confectionery) shop Kameya Yoshinaga, along with seasonal savory items.
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The “Hisui Mochi (with drink),” served in a bamboo tube, is an original sweet made with matcha and kuzuko (arrowroot starch), with the slight bitterness of matcha and a pleasantly bouncy texture.
Add kuromitsu (brown sugar syrup) and kinako (roasted soybean flour), and it gains extra sweetness and nuttiness for a comforting taste.
ひまの
Even in Arashiyama, Kyoto, this afternoon tea is less about tea sweets and more about proper food with tea. After sencha (Japanese green tea), I had herbal tea, then matcha (powdered green tea), and finished with a cappuccino. The view from the terrace overlooking the Katsuragawa (Katsura River) was outstanding, and the weather was nice, so it felt really refreshing. There is a promenade below, but it is properly separated by a hedge, so it was not bothersome at all.
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arai_katsuto
I reserved afternoon tea. The view was excellent, and we were able to take our time and enjoy the atmosphere of Arashiyama in the cold season. The food was carefully prepared, with many detailed touches, and it was properly delicious. There was also a wide selection of black tea, so everyone was able to enjoy it and left Manzoku.
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A 5-minute walk from Arashiyama Station on the Hankyu Arashiyama Line, this cafe sits in a residential area away from the tourist spots. You can enjoy Homemade waffles, each one carefully made by hand.
The interior, based on white and wood tones, is said to feature a variety of antique furniture.
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The cute-looking "matcha waffle" looks like an ice bar. This sweet treat features a waffle kneaded with plenty of matcha (green tea powder) and topped with matcha ice cream.
Along with the chewy texture of the batter, you can enjoy the aroma and slight bitterness of matcha.
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For Breakfast and lunch, they serve plates centered around waffles.
The lunch-only "Waffle Chicken" is a dish you can enjoy with maple syrup if you like. The balance of sweetness and saltiness is said to be just right.
halopkotio
I had a cafe latte and waffles. The cafe had a lovely atmosphere, with lots of greenery inside. Also, the child-friendly space set up as a Private room had cute interior decor and was very spacious, so I'd like to come again.
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shirokumaa
This cute shop is located a little walk from central Arashiyama. The calm interior had stylish goods on display. I appreciated the atmosphere, which looked easy to enter even alone. I tried the cookie and cream waffle, and while the waffle was good of course, the ice cream was delicious too…！
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Itoh Kyuemon JR Uji Ekimae Ten is a Japanese cafe just a 1-minute walk from Uji Station on the JR Nara Line.
There are sofa seats, table seats, and Semi-private room seating separated by latticework. You can enjoy a menu filled with matcha while looking out through the windows at an elegant Japanese garden.
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The "Special Itohkyuemon Parfait" is a dessert packed with carefully selected ingredients such as Tanba-produced kuromame (black soybeans) and matcha ice cream.
The tsubuan (chunky sweet red bean paste) is made with large dainagon azuki beans, and is said to have a smooth texture with mild sweetness.
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The "matcha anmitsu (Japanese sweet with agar jelly and toppings)" is a Japanese dessert made with two kinds of chestnuts, dainagon azuki (large red beans), and matcha flavored kanten (agar jelly), among other ingredients.
Pour on plenty of matcha syrup for a rich, full flavor. It is said to let you enjoy the refined bitterness unique to matcha.
mimuhomi
When it comes to Uji (Kyoto's famous matcha region), this is the place! You can fully enjoy matcha (powdered green tea). The roll cake had a really great matcha flavor. I want to go again.
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ロコロコママ
I had the matcha parfait, and it was delicious. There was also a garden, and they served me hojicha (roasted green tea), so I had a relaxing time.
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This Japanese cafe is a 10-minute walk from Ogura Station on the JR Nara Line. It is run by Morihan, a historic chaya (tea house) in Uji, Kyoto.
The interior, renovated from a kura (traditional storehouse) more than 100 years old, is said to have a classic old-time feel.
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They offer a wide range of Homemade sweets and drinks made with fresh matcha (powdered green tea).
The "Koi Uji Matcha (rich Uji matcha) Retro Pudding ~With Ice Cream~" is a sweet supervised by a matcha patissier, and it is served with a rich matcha sauce.
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The "matcha mont blanc" is a sweet made with Domestic chestnuts and two kinds of Uji matcha (green tea from Uji). One of its nice points is that they pipe the house-made paste right in front of you.
Inside, it has hidden meringue, which is said to add a light crunchy texture as an accent.
From the entrance to the interior, this cafe had a very nice atmosphere and was a calm place to spend time. There was also a space where we could wait before our reservation time, which was helpful. The matcha Mont Blanc was rich, not too sweet, and very delicious!
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e3efec53948
・Three-scoop ice cream assortment
This time, I compared different matcha ice creams! Every one of them was so rich and refined, on a whole different level from the matcha ice cream you get elsewhere!
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Wamucha Cafe is a renovated kominka (traditional Japanese house) cafe located on Byodoin Omotesando, about a 5-minute walk from Uji Station on the JR Nara Line.
In a space that still keeps the retro feel of its early days, you can enjoy dishes and sweets served on Japanese tableware.
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Authentic Chinese cuisine made with Uji matcha (green tea from Uji) and local vegetables is popular here.
The "Uji Matcha Mapo Tofu" is a dish made with two kinds of tofu: matcha goma-dofu (sesame tofu with matcha) and silken tofu. It is said to offer rich savory flavor and a pleasantly numbing heat.
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The “Chakotsubo Matcha Pancakes” are served with shiratama (glutinous rice dumplings), anko (sweet red bean paste), and matcha ice cream.
The mini-sized chakotsubo (tea caddy) contains a special matcha milk cream, which you can pour over the pancakes and enjoy as you like.
pink fish
Since Uji is known for tea, we stopped by a cafe. The lineup was surprisingly extensive for a cafe, with items like chahan (fried rice) made with tea leaves.
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aman3
・Uji cha meshi (Uji tea fried rice)
It is stir-fried with salted Uji chaba (Uji tea leaves), giving it a nice aroma and a good level of saltiness. The dim sum and soup served on the side were also tasty. I’m curious about the other menu items too. The atmosphere inside feels calm, and it’s also fun to take a look at the attached zakka-ya (general goods shop).
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