Sawa

In central Kyoto on a five minute walk from Senbon-Imadegawa busstop (bus #6 or #206) is the stylish shaved ice-cream shop called ‘Sawa’. Sawa’s full name is ‘Kyonokoori Sawa’ and opened its doors in August of 2021.

The ice-cream shop has a stylish exterior and a spacious interior with tables and counterseats for up to 8 people. You don’t need a reservation but the shop is quite popular, especially in the summer so don’t be surprised to have to wait in line.

Sawa’s menu consists of a variety of unique shaved ice cream flavors including: ‘cafe mocha white, kiwi yoghurt caramel, pudding a la mode and many more. Not just simple flavors but a each bowl has different ingredients mixed that makes for a fantastic shaved ice cream dessert. It makes for a great refreshment on a hot day.

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