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Kamogawa Cafe

The guide was updated: 2024-08-21

Kamogawa Cafe is more than a simple coffeehouse to Kyōto's people—it has served as a true cultural hub. The cafeteria is acclaimed for its in-house roasted single-origin coffee beans. Aside from the quality brewed coffee, the menu features a selection of affordable desserts, lunch, and dinner meals. The warm wooden interior and stained-glass windows, together with jazz music playing in the background, add a romantic undertone to the environment.

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Address: Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto higashinotouin-doori shithijosagaru 676-13, Higashishiokoujicho
Opening hours: Friday–Wednesday 12pm–11pm
Website: cafekamogawa.com
Public Transport: JR Kyoto Station 1-minute walk, Subway Karasuma Line Kyoto Station 1-minute walk
Phone: +81 75 211 4757

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Kamogawa Cafe

Kamogawa Cafe

Kamogawa Cafe is more than a simple coffeehouse to Kyōto's people—it has served as a true cultural hub. The cafeteria is acclaimed for its in-house roasted single-origin coffee beans. Aside from the quality brewed coffee, the menu features a selection of affordable desserts, lunch, and dinner meals. The warm wooden interior and stained-glass windows, together with jazz music playing in the background, add a romantic undertone to the environment.

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