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The 5 Best Coffee Shops in Kyoto

Our travel editors hand-pick, rank, and curate the most spectacular coffee shops in Kyoto.

“Discover our local editors' hand-picked checklist of the absolute finest coffee shops in Kyoto.”

4.8 Score

5-chōme-148-2 Honmachishin, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0989, Japan

A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional coffee shops experiences in Kyoto.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #1 locally with a spectacular 4.8/5 rating on Google Maps (896 reviews).”

4.8 Score

Japan, 〒600-8442 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Yadachō, １１５−２ベアフルートイイノ一階

Casual hangout with a light-filled atmosphere serving tea & coffee, plus cookies & cakes.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #2 locally with a spectacular 4.8/5 rating on Google Maps (1509 reviews).”

5.0 Score

284-3 Yamashirochō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0831, Japan

A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional coffee shops experiences in Kyoto.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #3 locally with a spectacular 5/5 rating on Google Maps (463 reviews).”

4.8 Score

422 Ikesuchō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8216, Japan

A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional coffee shops experiences in Kyoto.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #4 locally with a spectacular 4.8/5 rating on Google Maps (798 reviews).”

4.7 Score

552 Higashiaburanokojicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8235, Japan

A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional coffee shops experiences in Kyoto.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #5 locally with a spectacular 4.7/5 rating on Google Maps (2560 reviews).”