Coffee shops in Kyoto
Whether you live in Kyoto or are passing through, a great coffee shop can make the day. The map lists 12 coffee shops — here are the ones worth knowing. Pair two or three of these and you have a full day sorted in Kyoto.
Coffee shops in Kyoto
From flat whites to pour-overs: the coffee map of Kyoto, with the ratings to back it up.
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Getting good coffee in Kyoto
- The highest-rated independent shops in Kyoto tend to roast their own beans or buy from a named local roaster — ask the barista what is on the grinder.
- Morning rush is real everywhere. If you are working from a cafe in Kyoto, the sweet spot is usually 9:30 to 11:30, after the commuter wave.
- Ratings below 4.0 with hundreds of reviews usually mean inconsistent drinks, not bad ones — worth a try if it is on your route.
About Kyoto
Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan (coordinates 35.01, 135.77, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).
Everything listed for Kyoto is a real Google Places venue with ratings and review counts. Dayfari never invents a venue and never sells placement.
More coffee shops nearby
If Kyoto itself is thin on this one, these nearby towns have their own guides:
- Coffee shops in Osaka (43 km away)
- Coffee shops in Kobe (63 km away)
- Coffee shops in Nagoya (103 km away)
Common questions
Where do these Kyoto coffee listings come from?
Google Places listings for Kyoto, with ratings, review counts and addresses. Dayfari does not sell placements — the order below follows review counts, not advertisers.
How current is this Kyoto coffee guide?
Dayfari re-pulls listings regularly, but cafes open, close and change hands fast. If a shop matters to your plans, check its hours before you go.
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