Coffee in Kyoto Japan

Kyoto Coffee

Who does not like sipping a cup of traditional coffee during a stay-cation? Come and take a break for a while and visit coffee shops in Kyoto. If you are planning an Asian visit soon, Kyoto is one of the best places to come by especially when you are fond of coffee. We have gathered some information about the two best coffee shops in Kyoto to suit your taste. We call it here “Kyoto Styled Coffee”.

Ever tried coffee from Ogawa? The inviting and soothing smell will keep you company for a while. Ogawa has 43 branches, so wherever you are in Kyoto, you have access to this fine coffee. This company has selected brews and sell their very own roasted beans at every shop. No need to imagine partnering this yummy drink with cakes and biscuits, they offer these at their shops too! They have homemade and original cupcakes too in each cafes. You will be amazed with their staff’s hospitality when you enter a shop.

Hand and Hand With Society

Apart of all the luscious drinks and cakes available from Kyoto’s Ogawa Coffee Shop, they also offer a seminar or “coffee lecture” to everyone. This coffee lecture is available twice a week for people who wants to learn about it. A professional in coffee is the one conducting the seminar offering ideas on how to make the best coffee using a method called “paper dripping”. Participants are given enough time to individually showcase what they have learned. In return, they get advises from the instructor so they can improve their skills and hopefully perfect the method next time around. Participants’ favorite time is after the session. The coffee they brewed themselves are shared with one another with cakes. Pretty fun, right?

Ogawa’s History

1999 was a lucky year for Mr. and Mrs. Murakami. They have successfully launched their coffee shop business thanks to its popularity. Back then, they were also selling coffee beans for the purposes of having their heavenly coffee tasted by the people. They are not just business people, they have a thriving passion towards coffee. Having their own shop gave them an extraordinary experience. Finally, they were able to put up a cafe with cakes a couple of years ago. As a family, they helped one another to make their dreams come true.

Ogawa’s Iced Coffee

Just like any other coffee shops, Ogawa has a specialization too. They are best known for their original iced coffee made from special coffee beans and good quality water only found in Kyoto. They are using glass bottles instead of plastic ones to avoid bad smell. Though it’s a little expensive, it is definitely worth it.

Special Coffee Beans

The freshest, highest quality of coffee beans are imported to make your day. They have an original way of roasting the beans, the reason why it has a specific aroma. You can also buy coffee beans per gram and have it packed in a special aluminum bag to keep its freshness. And guess what? You can also choose a method to roast your beans, according to your taste.And to take your beans home use a nice furoshiki from Kyoto Collection just like they really do in Japan!

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