[Kyoto] A kimono and sweets date you'll want to go on with your girlfriend
[Kyoto] A kimono and sweets date you'll want to go on with your girlfriend
Kyoto sweets are popular not only with women, but also with men. There are plenty of photogenic Japanese sweets, tea-related products, and Western-style sweets that make the most of Kyoto's charm. Why not recommend it to your girlfriend as a place to rest while sightseeing in Kyoto? Also, dating and traveling in kimono is gaining attention, especially among young people. The reason is that taking photos in a kimono makes the photos look even better and will remain as special memories. In this article, we will introduce some photogenic sweets that are a hot topic on Instagram. There are also spots that will make you want to go around in a kimono, and you're sure to want to take photos together. A must-see for men.
●Saryo Suisen Takatsuji Main Branch
"Mellow and Rich Matcha Latte 3D Art" (700 yen) from "Saryo Suisen Takatsuji Main Branch" located in Shijo, Kyoto. The 3D art decorated with three-dimensional bubbles is so cute that it's become a hot topic.
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Indeed, it's so cute that it's a shame to drink it. The 3D art design changes every day, so you'll want to come every day. From the appearance, you might imagine a sweet drink, but the latte itself is not sweet. You can enjoy the taste of real matcha and milk without any additives. I'm sure she'll be happy if you take a photo of her with a dessert that is a feast for the eyes and the tongue.
Address: 1F Kyoto Takatsuji Building, 521 Inaricho, Higashinotoin Higashiiru, Takatsuji-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8098
Nearest station: Shijo Station on the Karasuma Subway Line
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●Panda Walk
"Panda no Sanpo"'s "Panda Dango" (150 yen each) are dangos shaped like cute pandas that are the talk of the town. They are so cute that they are even asked to set up stalls at events.
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You can enjoy freshly baked bread at the eat-in counter. The plates with the cute design of bread dumplings on them are also cute. They don't use any additives, and the sauce is not too sweet, so they've carefully pursued not only appearance but also deliciousness.
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The pandangos held by the girls in kimonos are also adorable. Opening hours are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 12:00 until the pandangos are sold out. When making plans, pay attention to opening hours and try stopping by before lunch or before heading home.
Address: 202 Shimoyokocho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, 602-8373
Nearest station: Kitano-Hakubaicho Station on the Keifuku Electric Railroad Kitano Line
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●Suien
The "Kohaku Nagashi" (660 yen) available at the sweet shop "Seien" is said to be as beautiful as a jewel and has been much talked about. Kohaku Nagashi is a soft agar jelly topped with syrup. The syrup used is seasonal, allowing you to feel the four seasons of Kyoto.
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The smooth, transparent agar is an elegant and delicate dessert.
The exterior of the store at Sekien has a Kyoto-like look, and many people take photos in front of the store. By the way, there are about seven types of noren curtains, which change with the change of seasons and Kyoto events.
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The flavor and the shop curtain change every month, so you'll want to visit again and again. In summer, it might be nice to come here in a yukata to cool off.
Address: 120 Horinouecho, Takakura Higashiiri, Rokkaku-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, 604-8117
Nearest station: Hankyu Railway Kyoto Line Karasuma Station
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●Kyoto Cafe Chacha
The photogenic "Kyoto Waffles" (from 300 yen) at "Kyoto Cafe Cha Cha," which opened near Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto, are extremely popular. They are available for takeout, making them a great choice for sightseeing and eating your way around.
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With Kyoto waffles lined up in the display case, it's hard to decide which one to get.
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When posting to social media, the mainstream style is to take photos holding the cameras in your hands and lining them up.
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Wearing a kimono makes for a more photogenic look. If you're visiting the Gion or Kiyomizu-dera area, why not take a stroll in a kimono with a waffle in hand?
Address: 559-9 Gojobashi Otani-mae Kitairi Yugyo-mae-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, 605-0846
Nearest station: Keihan Electric Railway Keihan Main Line Kiyomizu-Gojo Station
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●Kitten & Donuts
Kitten&Donuts, a donut shop near Kawaramachi, has become a hot topic on social media for its impressive photos of donuts topped with ice cream. The donut dough is made with soy milk instead of eggs and milk, resulting in a fluffy and moist dough. The price is the price of the donut you choose plus 350 yen for ice cream.
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It's a photogenic dessert with your favorite ice cream on top of a donut decorated with colorful cream in pink, green, purple, etc. If you take a picture of her bringing it next to her face or stuffing it into her mouth, you might be able to capture her cute expression.
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●Dorayaki Boar's Eye
"Dorayaki Inome" opened on September 19, 2018 as a dorayaki specialty shop. It was opened by an artisan who trained in Japanese sweets at Nakamura-ken before going independent. As you would expect from someone who trained at Nakamura-ken, "Dorayaki Azuki" (260 yen) has a finely textured skin and a refined flavor with a lightly sweet bean paste filling.
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We recommend the eat-in "Dorayaki Set" (710 yen). If you order a heart-shaped dish, it's cute. It was created in honor of the shop's name. The shop itself has a cafe-like appearance, and it's hard to believe it's a dorayaki specialty shop, so it's a new photogenic spot not to be missed.
Summary
What did you think? We introduced some photogenic resting spots that are easy to use on a kimono date with your girlfriend in Kyoto. You can use them as an excuse to take photos, and you'll naturally be closer to each other. Please try suggesting them when deciding on a route.
If you are coming to Kyoto by train, we recommend the kimono rental shop VASARA, located in front of Kyoto Station, where you can easily return your kimono when you leave.
店舗情報 https://vasara-h.co.jp/shop/detail.html?id=20
Kimono Rental VASARA Kyoto Station Store
Address: SK Building 6F, 719 Higashishiokojicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
