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The 5 Best Bakeries in Kyoto

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

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

4.8 Score

Japan, 〒604-8381 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nishinokyō Shokujichō, 西ノ京京職司町26-9 ティモネ１階

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

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #1 locally with a spectacular 4.8/5 rating on Google Maps (538 reviews).”

4.6 Score

2-chōme-208-9 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan

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

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #2 locally with a spectacular 4.6/5 rating on Google Maps (465 reviews).”

4.4 Score

502 Nakauoyachō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8125, Japan

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

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #3 locally with a spectacular 4.4/5 rating on Google Maps (518 reviews).”

4.4 Score

Japan, 〒604-8147 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Misayamachō, ２７３プラウド京都東洞院

Fresh bread, pastries & other sweet treats in an airy French cafe that has a light lunch menu.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #4 locally with a spectacular 4.4/5 rating on Google Maps (756 reviews).”

4.6 Score

207-3 Ayazaimokuchō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8072, Japan

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

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #5 locally with a spectacular 4.6/5 rating on Google Maps (445 reviews).”