Experience Kyoto’s Quaint Atmosphere in a 200-year-old Folk House Cafe “Ichikawaya Coffee”

“Ichikawaya coffee” is located within 10 minute’s walk from Kiyomizu Temple. It is housed in a 200-year-old Machiya (traditional house) as a shop and offers some foods such as fruit sandwiches and rice omelets. In addition, it’s attractive that some dishes are served on Kiyomizu ware, a traditional craft of Kyoto, and bring them to your table. This cafe is perfect in Kyoto City for those who want to take pictures of everything, including the cafe’s appearance, dishes, and food.

Around the approach, Kiyomizuzaka leading to Kiyomizu Temple has lined up a lot of pottery shops for a long time and is known for its production of Kiyomizu ware, a traditional craft of Kyoto. “Ichikawaya Coffee” introduced this time is also a renovated cafe that used to be a pottery workshop, and the building is a 200-year-old Kyomachiya. It makes you feel a long history and quaint atmosphere.

In addition to the nostalgic atmosphere, another eye-catching aspect of the cafe is the use of Kiyomizu Ware in the menu. Among them, the famous fruit sandwich is the most delicious, and its photogenic and cute appearance is sure to make your heart flutter. Fresh fruit and light fresh cream are a good combination, and you can eat them in seconds. The fruits change depending on the season, so you can enjoy them every time you visit. Other menu items include rice omelets with demi-glace sauce and egg sandwiches made with crispy bread and plenty of eggs. Take the time to savor a freshly brewed coffee, made from beans roasted right in the shop.