Focaccería Chucho

Focacceria Chucho (instagram.com/chucho.kyoto) is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood in central Kyoto, just a short walk from Marutamachi Station on the Karasuma Line. Located on the west side of Iwadagami/Itodera-dori between Horikawa and Karasuma streets, the café is within easy walking distance of the Kyoto Imperial Garden and Nijo Castle, making it an ideal stop before or after sightseeing.

Opened in April 2026, Focacceria Chucho is a new café concept from Kyoto’s well-known coffee house COYOTE. While COYOTE is renowned for its specialty coffee, this sister shop places homemade focaccia at the center of the menu, serving freshly baked sandwiches from morning through the early afternoon.

The café occupies the ground floor of a modest building with a simple chalk-white exterior and a recessed glass façade that offers a glimpse inside. The interior follows a clean, contemporary aesthetic with warm lighting, minimalist décor, and a handful of tables for two, creating a relaxed neighborhood café atmosphere. Please note that the café is cashless only.

Coffee is prepared using COYOTE’s expertise, with the house blend available hot or iced alongside espresso-based drinks such as lattes. Drinks can be ordered individually or as part of a sandwich set. The highlight, however, is the café’s daily homemade focaccia. Baked fresh each day, the bread has a crisp, golden crust and a soft, chewy interior, providing the perfect base for generously filled sandwiches. Popular choices include Mexican-inspired and teriyaki varieties, while desserts such as cream puffs and tiramisu make an excellent finish to the meal. Sandwiches are typically available until around 2:00 p.m., or until sold out, after which the café transitions into a more relaxed coffee-and-dessert destination.

With its freshly baked focaccia sandwiches, expertly brewed COYOTE coffee, and house-made desserts, Focacceria Chucho is a stylish yet welcoming café that’s well worth visiting for breakfast, lunch, or an afternoon coffee break in central Kyoto.