Sway Coffee Roastery Kyoto Higashiyama
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Sway Coffee Roastery Kyoto Higashiyama

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Sway Coffee Roastery Kyoto Higashiyama (instagram.com/sway_coffee_roastery) opened in March 2026, establishing itself as a new specialty coffee stop on the historic Nene-no-michi in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district. Set along this atmospheric pedestrian street lined with temples, shops, and traditional townhouses, the café sits within easy walking distance of Keihan Gion-Shijo Statation, Kiyomizu-Gojō Station and other Higashiyama transport access points, making it a convenient pause between major sightseeing spots. The Kyoto Higashiyama branch follows earlier SWAY Coffee Roastery locations, including the Hanamizuki café in Toyama and the Hida Takayama café in Gifu, extending the brand’s focus on in-house roasting and neighborhood-oriented coffee stands into one of Kyoto’s most visited areas.

The café operates as both a roastery and a sit-in space, with an interior concept centered on specialty coffee. The design blends Japanese and contemporary elements, as seen in the material palette and spatial layout. There are two entrances: one on the left that leads directly into the café space, and a side entrance where guests walk up a small set of steps and pass the order window before entering.

Inside, the café spans two floors. The ground floor features curved bench seating paired with small round tables topped in natural hardwood, creating a soft, flowing layout that contrasts with the more structured elements of the space. The roasting area is integrated into the interior, acting as a visual focal point for both passersby and seated guests. Upstairs, the second floor centers around a large rectangular tatami seating area, offering a panoramic view across the Higashiyama district through wide windows that frame the surrounding rooftops and greenery.

The menu at Sway Coffee Roastery features a variety of hand-drip coffees, including single-origin options from Ethiopia, Guatemala, Indonesia (Mandheling), and Brazil, each presented with tasting notes and roast levels. Espresso-based drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, and americanos are available alongside flavored options like white mocha and salt caramel latte. The selection also includes seasonal offerings and non-coffee drinks such as hojicha and matcha lattes. For food, the café serves sandwiches and desserts, with limited treats like hojicha terrine, matcha terrine, and matcha dorayaki adding a distinctly Japanese touch. Customizations, including milk alternatives and extra espresso shots, are available, and the menu extends to a small selection of beer and kids’ drinks.

Sway Coffee Roastery Kyoto Higashiyama is now up and running along one of Kyoto’s most historic walking routes, serving freshly roasted coffee, thoughtfully brewed drinks, and a lineup of delicious sweets, all in a space that blends traditional charm with a clean, modern feel.

2026年3月、京都東山エリアの歴史にある、伝統的な建物が立ち並んでねねの道沿いに、おしゃれなスペシャルティコーヒーショップ「SWAY Coffee Roastery 京都東山店」(instagram.com/sway_coffee_roastery)がオープンしました。カフェは、京阪祇園四条駅、または清水五条駅から徒歩で徒歩圏内にあり、ブラブラしながら休憩に便利な場所に位置しています。Sway 京都店は、富山店、金沢店、岐阜県飛騨高山店に続く4号店になります。

店内は焙煎所と、ゆったりとコーヒーを楽しめるスペースを兼ねています。デザインは和モダンのインテリアスタイルで、入口は2つあり、1つは直接カフェスペースに入る、もう1つは小さな階段を上ってから注文窓口のある入口となっています。カフェは2階建てで、1階には曲線のベンチ席と小さな丸い無垢材テーブルが配置されています。2階には広々とした畳敷きの座席エリアがあり、大きな窓からは屋根や緑など、東山エリアの素晴らしい全景が一望できます。

メニューには、エチオピア、グアテマラ、インドネシア(マンデリン)、ブラジル産の豆を使ったハンドドリップコーヒーが並びます。それぞれのコーヒーにはテイスティングノートと焙煎度合いが記載されています。ラテやカプチーノ、アメリカーノといったエスプレッソドリンクのほか、ホワイトモカや塩キャラメルラテなどのフレーバー系もラインナップ。季節限定ドリンクに加え、ほうじ茶ラテや抹茶ラテなどコーヒー以外の選択肢もあります。ミルクの変更やエスプレッソショットの追加にも対応しており、ビールやキッズドリンクも用意されています。フードはサンドイッチやデザートがあり、ほうじ茶テリーヌ、抹茶テリーヌ、抹茶どら焼きなどの和スイーツも選べます。

京都の歴史的なエリアに、スウェイコーヒーロースタリー京都東山店が伝統的なデザインとモダンなデザインが融合した空間で、美味しいで丁寧に作られたドリンク、そしてスイーツを提供しているおすすめのカフェです。

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Address
〒605-0072 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Washiocho, 513 513番地
Social Information
Business Hours
09:00 - 17:00
Closed on
Closed: Wednesday

Location

〒605-0072 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Washiocho, 513 513番地
Nearest Station
Keihan Line - Gion-Shijo Station

Business Hour
Closed Now

  • Monday
    09:00 am - 05:00 pm
  • Tuesday
    09:00 am - 05:00 pm
  • Wednesday Closed
  • Thursday
    09:00 am - 05:00 pm
  • Friday
    09:00 am - 05:00 pm
  • Saturday
    09:00 am - 05:00 pm
  • Sunday
    09:00 am - 05:00 pm

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