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Saryo Housen
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Desserts: Japanese Sweets
Saryo Housen Description
Saryo Housen, an esteemed destination for traditional Japanese sweets in Kyoto, resides in a beautifully preserved mansion, providing a tranquil escape to those who seek to savor Kyoto's rich culinary heritage. The cafe exudes an ambiance reminiscent of the elegant residences in the scenic Raku district, offering an intimate experience surrounded by a picturesque Japanese garden.
The sweets are handcrafted fresh each morning, ensuring that every delicacy is a reflection of the current season. Don't miss the signature Warabimochi, which boasts a unique, jelly-like texture due to rare Bracken starch flour. Their menu includes delightful seasonal treats and zenzai, all best enjoyed with a cup of Matcha green tea. And if you adore autumnal flavors, 'Kurikinton,' made from top-quality Tania chestnuts, is a must-try, delivering a rich chestnut taste that delicately melts in your mouth.
Moreover, Saryo Housen is renowned for its top-quality Tamba Dainagon and black soybean sweets, personally chosen by the owner each year from Tamba. For those seeking souvenirs, the entrance displays an array of charming options, each a delightful piece of Kyoto's confectionery heritage. Keep in mind that reservations are not accepted and young children (preschool) or younger and those who may find it challenging to sit quietly are kindly requested not to partake the tatami room. For those visiting with young ones, a dedicated ryurei seat (table seat) is thoughtfully provided elsewhere in the establishment for your comfort. Saryo Housen is where tradition meets modern appreciation, making it an essential stop for those who wish to savor the heart of Kyoto's confectionery tradition.
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Saryo Housen Overview
Access
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3 minutes walk from Shimogamo Higashihonmachi bus stop
5 minutes walk from Rakuhoku High School bus stop
10 minutes walk from Matsugasaki Station
20 minutes walk from Keihan Demachiyanagi Station
Operating Hours
Mon: 10AM-5PM (L.O. 4:30 PM)
Tue: 10AM-5PM (L.O. 4:30 PM)
Wed: Closed
Thu: Closed
Fri: 10AM-5PM (L.O. 4:30 PM)
Sat: 10AM-5PM (L.O. 4:30 PM)
Sun: 10AM-5PM (L.O. 4:30 PM)
Payment Methods
Cash, AMEX, Master Card, VISA
Restaurant Features
Reservations Not Accepted
Non-smoking
Stylish Interior
Insta-worthy
Take-out Available
Saryo Housen Reviews
Saryo Housen Google Average Rating
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Translated from Japanese:
Highly recommend for its traditional Japanese confectionery. All the tables are overlooking a Japanese garden, so come for both the taste and ambience. I recommend to order both the matcha set and warabimochi in one sitting.
4
Google
Translated from Japanese:
Traditional Japanese bean based sweets in a quaint locale with tatami floors. You give your name to the server who will return after a while to take your order. When they are ready to seat you, they call your name and you go inside after removing your shoes (wear good socks). You are taken to a low table and enjoy your chosen dessert with a pot of chilled tea.
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