Kyonomori Yurinsha

Kyonomori Yurinsha is a lovely café and hotel located on a ten minute walk from Hankyu-Kyoto Line’s Kawaramachi station. The cafe is located in a peaceful narrow street and might be a little difficult to find since it’s covered by lots and lots of greens.

Going inside you will enter a small bakery section and the check in counter. In the back is the café seating area and even further in the back are stairs that lead to second floor seating area which used to be a guestroom. The interior has a rustic feel with lots of wood and natural white plaster. The plaster is of a special kind that cleans itself and is used throughout the whole building. That in combination with the wood gives it a lovely rustic, farmhouse feel which is quite unique in Kyoto.

The menu is simple an has a daily pasta plate that comes with salad and bread. Kyonomori Yurinsha uses homemade bread, pretzel, bagel and scones which are also sold at the bakery area.

It’s a hidden gem with delicious food in a cozy rustic setting that opens early in the morning. That in combination with its convenient location makes it a must visit.