Here are three popular places to eat near Kiyomizu-dera Temple, each with its own style, to make your trip to Kyoto even more delicious and memorable.
1. Otowa Chaya (音羽茶屋)
Why we recommend it: A traditional Japanese teahouse near Kiyomizu-dera, known for its matcha sweets and Kyoto cuisine.
• Specialties: matcha baumkuchen, Uji matcha ice cream, Japanese bento
• Atmosphere: A charming wooden interior with comfortable tatami seating, perfect for a couple's break or souvenir photos.
• Prices: sweets from about ¥800, set meals from ¥1,500
• Location: On Kiyomizuzaka, about a 5-minute walk to the entrance of Kiyomizu-dera.
2. 京煮屋 (Sannenzaka branch)
Why we recommend it: Specializes in Kyoto-style hot pot (yudofu, simmered tofu) and kaiseki cuisine, ideal for sharing a warm Japanese meal for two.
• Specialties: yudofu set, tempura of seasonal Kyoto vegetables, Kyoto-style sashimi platter
• Atmosphere: Set on the old street of Sannenzaka, quiet and elegant, blending traditional and modern design.
• Prices: set meals from ¥2,500
• Location: On the main street of Sannenzaka, near the Kiyomizuzaka entrance.
3. Saryo Tsujiri, Kodaiji branch (茶寮都路里 高台寺店)
Why we recommend it: A well-known Kyoto matcha dessert shop serving matcha ice cream, sweets and light meals.
• Specialties: matcha parfait (matcha ice cream, kanten jelly, sweet red beans and more), matcha warabi-mochi, matcha soba set
• Atmosphere: Large, bright windows with open views over the Kodai-ji area, a lovely place for photos and dessert.
• Prices: desserts from about ¥1,200, set meals from ¥2,000
• Location: Next to Kodai-ji Temple, about a 10-minute walk to Kiyomizu-dera.
Each of these three places has its own charm. Whether you want a full meal or something sweet after visiting Kiyomizu-dera, they will add a delicious memory to your trip to Kyoto.