Yojiya Cafe

In autumn 2024 I wrapped up a daytrip to Kyoto's Arashiyama district with a visit to Yojiya Cafe/よーじや.  The tea room is located on the shop-lined road leading toward Togetsukyo Bridge, a brief 10-minute walk from both Arashiyama and Sagano-Arashiyama Stations.

The cafe is located inside a refurbished machiya.  Next to the cafe is Yojiya's retail shop where you can find skin care and cosmetic supplies, including their famous oil blotting papers.  

I arrived on a weekend when the sidewalks and businesses were overflowing with tourists, so it was no surprise that I had to take a number and wait outside.  There is a fair amount of comfortable outdoor seating under trees that were just beginning to change into their autumn colors, so I was happy to rest after a long day of walking.  As it turns out, quite a few people left within minutes of receiving a number, so the wait wasn't as long as expected.  

The cafe interior is brightly lit with high ceilings, giving the sense of additional space and a tables toward the back have a nice view of a garden.

The menu includes tea and coffee, parfaits, set meals, cakes and other sweets.  In addition, there is usually a range of limited-time seasonal options such as the autumn-specific chestnut parfait.  Many of the menu items feature the charming Yojiya logo that has been the literal face of the brand since 1965.

For this visit, I ordered a Matcha Cappuccino and Hojicha Parfait, both of which were delicious.  My cup of water was also refreshed frequently, which was a thoughtful touch.

Address:

京都市右京区嵯峨天龍寺立石町2
2 Sagatenryuji Tateishicho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto

Hours:
10:00am to 6:00pm