With over 260 years in business, Kyo Hayashiya is a renowned tea shop rooted in Kyoto, Japan’s tea capital. With locations throughout Japan, its Sogo Yokohama store makes the perfect stop after shopping for a great cup of matcha.

What’s Kyo Hayashiya (Sogo Yokohama)?

On the menu, you can expect to find a good selection of teas and desserts. Kyo Hayashiya’s matcha and gyokuro is all sourced direct from Uji, making it the highest quality.

The drinks are mainly served in a traditional way, with only one iced option. Prices range from ¥660 to ¥800.

For desserts, you can enjoy seasonal, and of course matcha, parfaits. There are also more traditional desserts like anmitsu and kakigori shaved ice. Prices start from around ¥1,500 and go up to nearly ¥3,000 (for the seasonal desserts and drink set).

What to know before you visit Kyo Hayashiya (Sogo Yokohama)

Do you need reservations for Kyo Hayashiya (Sogo Yokohama)?

This café doesn’t accept reservations, so you need to walk in. Note that it does get quite busy, so it’s possible you may have to wait.

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