Tucked into a residential corner of Kyoto’s Sakyo Ward, Kissa to Pan Do (instagram.com/kissatopando) is the kind of neighborhood spot you might easily walk past if you didn’t know it was there. Located near the Shirakawa area and within walking distance of Ginkakuji, the small bakery café sits on the ground floor of a modest apartment-style building, an understated presence that blends naturally into the quiet streets of Kitashirakawa. Despite its low-key exterior, the café has become a pleasant pause for locals and travelers exploring northern Higashiyama. It’s just a few minutes from the city bus stops Ginkakujimichi Bus Stop and Ginkakujidori Bus Stop.

Step inside and the space feels compact but welcoming. Seating for about 17 guests is spread across a few tables and counter seats, while the real focal point is the bakery counter itself. Shelves lined with fresh loaves and pastries immediately draw the eye, setting the tone for a place where bread takes center stage.

The name Kissa to Pan do. hints at its concept: part traditional kissaten-style coffee shop, part dedicated bakery. Over time the shop has leaned more strongly toward bread-making, evolving from offering full breakfast and lunch sets to focusing on its lineup of breads and sandwiches. The result is a hybrid space where customers can enjoy a simple meal on-site or pick up freshly baked items to take home.

The menu revolves around carefully prepared breads, from crusty rustic loaves to soft Shokupan, along with sweeter baked treats. Sandwiches are a particular highlight, designed to showcase the house-made bread. Light café-style dishes, such as sausage plates, toast variations, and sandwiches, have appeared on the menu over time, alongside occasional sweets like French toast and coffee-flavored chocolate treats. Naturally, everything pairs with a straightforward lineup of coffee and café drinks.

With doors opening early and service running through the afternoon, the café fits naturally into morning routines and relaxed daytime stops. Whether it’s a quick breakfast, a casual brunch, or a quiet coffee break after visiting Ginkakuji, Kissa to Pan do. offers a calm and practical stop in one of Kyoto’s quieter neighborhoods.

Kissa To Pan Do captures the charm of a local bakery while still functioning as a comfortable café, serving the everyday bread needs of the community and providing a laid-back place to pause for coffee in the Kitashirakawa area.