One of the most famous teahouse in Uji, well known for their matcha desserts, especially matcha parfait. They even have 2 outlets in Uji, one at Uji Station, and the other one is the main store, well of course we went for the main store!
Read MoreOne of the most famous Udon restaurants in Kyoto, they have a Michelin Bib and a Tabelog score of 3.99 (as of writing), located near Heian Shrine and Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art.
Read MoreA traditional sweets restaurant that is known for its Awamochi and also has hundreds of years of history (founded in 1682), and it is just located opposite Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, one of the tourist attractions in Kyoto.
Read MoreA traditional Kyoto dessert restaurant famous for their Kohaku Nagashi, which is something I really like to eat too. Plus It is also located near the touristy area Nishiki Market and also has a long history of over 100+ years, definitely a must try for us!
Read MoreA traditional looking soba restaurant, decked in almost full wooden furniture and doors, resides in the quiet Kitaoji area in Kyoto. It has only 4 tables and sits around 12 customers at max, so do come around or before opening time to avoid long queues. Did I forget to mention, it was awarded 1 Michelin star in 2020.
Read MoreFamous for their Tsubamesanjo-style ramen which is originated from Niigata, but modified to their own style. When we researched on it, we found it is very unique and never tried this style of ramen before, so here we are, trying new types of ramen!
Read MoreCosy shop tucked near Shijo Station and very near our hotel for Kyoto, known for their dry keema curry rice, and they only serve this one dish, so you know it’s going be of some standards!
Read MoreA popular Japanese dessert restaurant right in the popular Gion district, serving pure Warabimochi and Kuzumochi, Shaved Ice, Yaki Mochi, and more.
Read MoreKagizen Yoshifusa has a long history of over 300+ years, specialising in the unique Kyoto’s Kuzukiri dessert. They are located on the main Shijo street in Gion district, so it is like an open invitation to everyone!
Read MoreTofu is one of Kyoto’s specialities, and when I heard there is a traditional Kaiseki restaurant famous for Tofu cuisine, that definitely piqued our interest.
Read MoreAnother one of %Arabica outlet in Kyoto, which is located in the historic Higashiyama district and just a minute’s walk to the picturesque and symbolic Yasaka Pagoda.
Read MoreShogetsu is founded in 1916 and probably one of the top Namagashi in Japan. For starters, they are the recipient of consecutive years of Tabelog Award Silver (2017-2020) and Tabelog West Hyakumeiten Sweets Category (2017-2020). I believe this should garner some of your attention, the question is does it lives up to its reputation?
Read More%Arabica needs no introduction, they are probably one of the most popular cafes in Kyoto.
Located at an extremely scenic part of Arashiyama, overlooking Katsura River and Togetsukyo Bridge, where you can enjoy your coffee and take in the scenery.
Read MoreDidn’t even know of %Arabica until my close friends asked me out to try it few days ago, since they know I like coffee. And of course due to my nature, I went to google more information prior the trip there and found out it was a famous Japanese coffee brand with quite a bit of global presence. Well, time to see the % ΔRΔBICΔ world through coffee.
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