[2025 Kyoto Restaurant] Travel Guide for Saori (Updated Oct)

First visit: What is this? 😔 Second visit: Wow, so nice to stroll and like 🤩 Following the 📍Kamo River, you usually go to the place shown in picture 2, which is also my first impression of Kamo River haha~ There are stairs at both ends of the bridge that you can walk down, and many locals like to sit by the river and chat, which is very pleasant 🍃~ Walk straight along the river, turn at the intersection shown in picture 5, and the whole street is full of surprises, with many famous shops such as Lelabo (coffee shop), blue bottle☕️, Sayori chestnut cake🍰, wife&husband🍞, etc., all on this street~ Little tips📝 1⃣️There are two subway stations that can take you to Kamo River 🚇: Kiyomizu-Gojo Station, after exiting, follow the location to get to the river as shown in picture 2 🚇: Kyoto Kawaramachi Station, after exiting from Exit 1, turn right and you will see the street with many beautiful shops 👣But no matter which station you get off at, you can walk to the other side~ 2⃣️Shops in Kyoto are very laid-back, and it's normal for them to close 3-4 days a week. Before traveling, use Google Maps to check the business hours of the shops. Cake shops usually close at 18:00, with last orders taken half an hour before. 3⃣️It's recommended to set aside a whole day for Kamo River, to cycle or walk by the river during the day, have a chestnut cake in the afternoon, and then spontaneously enter any shop you like to discover unexpected surprises

#KyotoSightseeing Introducing a Kyoto strategy route that covers history, nature, and gourmet food! 📍Byodoin Phoenix Hall (Uji) The Phoenix Hall is a World Heritage Site and is also depicted on the 10 yen coin. The building reflected in Aji Pond is spectacular, and if you visit first thing in the morning, you can avoid the crowds and enjoy it quietly. Be sure to get up close and personal to see the details of the Phoenix statue. 📍Kyoto Tower (Kyoto Station) A landmark that stands at the gateway to Kyoto. From the observation deck, you can see the cityscape of Kyoto in 360 degrees, and the evening lights are especially beautiful. The retro souvenir shops and public baths below the tower are also worth seeing. 📍Bamboo Forest Path (Arashiyama) The silence makes you feel as if you have wandered into another world. Every time the wind blows, the bamboo sways and makes a rustling sound. If you go around 7am, there are fewer tourists and it is easy to take mystical photos! 📍Togetsukyo Bridge (Arashiyama) This bridge can be said to be the symbol of the Arashiyama area. The scenery changes with the seasons, and the breeze across the river feels great! It's especially beautiful in spring and autumn. Be sure to check out the nearby food stalls and yudofu shops. 📍Saori Japanese Chestnut Specialty (Shijo Karasuma) Their famous "1mm Mont Blanc" is a hot topic on social media. The delicate chestnut threads squeezed in front of you are a work of art. It's a blissful dish that combines Japanese elegance with a modern feel. A route where you can enjoy history, nature, and sweets in one day! Enjoy nature in Arashiyama → Immerse yourself in culture in Uji → Finally, enjoy a warm and sweet treat in Karasuma. If you have enough energy, you can also finish off the day at Kyoto Tower. #KyotoTrip #ByodoinHoo-do #KyotoTower #BambooGrovePath #TogetsukyoBridge #JapaneseChestnutMontBlanc #KyotoCafeTour #ArashiyamaTour #UjiTour #SaoriJapaneseChestnutSpecialty

🌰Saori, Japanese Chestnut Specialty 📍Kyoto Kawaramachi (5 minutes walk from Kawaramachi Station) This time, I ordered ・"Tsumugi" Japanese chestnuts made in Ebino, Miyazaki Prefecture (1980 yen) ・Chiori (2750 yen) ・Hojicha Kiku Kaori (660 yen) ️📝 You can see the moment the Mont Blanc is squeezed right in front of you👀 It's really special to be able to eat freshly squeezed Mont Blanc💗 I made a reservation and visited when I was traveling in Kyoto. 🍽"Tsumugi" 1mm Kinshi Mont Blanc, a size that is a little more compact than "Sha" and "Ro" and can be enjoyed easily. The moment you put freshly squeezed Japanese chestnuts in your mouth, the aroma and sweetness of the chestnut itself spreads out softly✨ It contains a crunchy meringue inside☁️ The feeling of it melting softly in your mouth is irresistible💕 It's small but very satisfying! 🍓"Chiori" A luxurious Mont Blanc that is only available in season. Crispy pie, sweet and sour mille-feuille of seasonal strawberries, and plenty of squeezed Mont Blanc cream! One bite and you'll be overwhelmed with happiness💗 It's so luxurious to be able to enjoy mille-feuille and Mont Blanc together✨️ The crispy pie crust and the light texture of the Kinshi Mont Blanc were in perfect balance. 🍵The roasted green tea that came with the set was also very fragrant and went perfectly with the Mont Blanc, so I was moved! It was so delicious that I looked for a store to buy some to take home☺️ The broth used to reset the sweetness was also delicious! ✍️The interior of the restaurant, which was renovated from a traditional townhouse, has a calm atmosphere typical of Kyoto. You can see the Kamo River from the window, and you can spend a relaxing and luxurious time. This time, I visited on a holiday in the afternoon, but it was already full. I was able to register my turn using a machine. It's popular, so I recommend going there with plenty of time. . . . . 📌170-1 Izumiyacho, Takatsujiagaru, Kiyamachi, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture ⏱10:00-20:00 📅Irregular holidays . . . . #Saori#KyotoCafe#KamogawaCafe#KawaramachiGourmet#KyotoGourmet#KyotoSightseeing#KyotoTrip#0YenTrip

If you want to enjoy the finest Japanese chestnut sweets in Kyoto, this is the place to do it! 🥄✨ "Saori Japanese Chestnut Specialty" is a popular specialty store that uses luxurious Japanese chestnuts from Tamba and Kumamoto.💛 The super-thin Mont Blanc, which is made right in front of you, melts in your mouth with a new texture...🤤✨ It was a blissful moment to enjoy luxurious chestnut sweets in a calm atmosphere that is typical of Kyoto💖 ⸻ 📍 Basic information 📌 Address: 170-1 Izumiyacho, 2-chome, Kiyamachi-dori Matsubaraagaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 🕰 Business hours: 10:00-18:00 (last orders 17:30) 🚫 Closed: Irregular (check the official SNS📢) 💰 Budget: 1,500 to 3,000 yen (I think it's cheap considering the taste and atmosphere) 📱 Reservations: Not possible (first come, first served) 🅿️ Parking: None (use nearby paid parking 🚗) 🚗 Access Information 🚉 By train • About 5 minutes walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station on the Keihan Main Line 🚶♂️ • About 8 minutes walk from Kyoto Kawaramachi Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line 🚶♀️ 🚍 By bus • Get off at Kawaramachi Matsubara on the Kyoto City Bus, then walk for 2 minutes 🚌 ⸻ 🍽 The charm of Saori, a Japanese chestnut specialty shop! 🌰 Incredible ultra-thin Mont Blanc! The signature Mont Blanc is made with 1mm ultra-thin Japanese chestnut paste, generously squeezed right in front of you! ✨ You'll be amazed at how fluffy and melt-in-your-mouth it is, changing your concept of Mont Blanc...! 🥄💛 In addition, they use only the highest quality Japanese chestnuts from Tamba, Kumamoto, and Kyoto🍂 It had such a rich taste that it was like eating the chestnut itself🤤💕 🍰 The luxurious "Sha" series is a must-try! The limited edition Mont Blanc "Sha" is made with the highest quality Japanese chestnuts and goes perfectly with the crispy baked meringue! ✨ It was a simple yet outstanding dish that brought out the best flavor of Japanese chestnuts👏✨ 🍵 It goes great with tea and coffee! They also have a wide selection of special drinks! 💡 When combined with matcha or roasted green tea, the Japanese flavor is further enhanced. Overall, the quality is high! 🏡 A calm interior that is typical of Kyoto✨ The interior is a modern Japanese-style space with a warm wooden feel, creating a calm atmosphere✨ You can view the river from the large windows, and it is also attractive that you can enjoy sweets while feeling the atmosphere of Kyoto💙 I visited in the morning, and it was empty so I was able to spend time leisurely! ⸻ There are many reviews on Google saying that there is a huge line, but when I went, it was empty and I was able to spend time leisurely, probably because it has been a while since it opened. ⸻ If you want to taste the ultimate Japanese chestnut sweets in Kyoto, go to Saori Japanese Chestnut Specialty! 🌰✨ The exquisite Mont Blanc that melts in your mouth, making use of the original taste of Japanese chestnuts, is a deliciousness that you will never forget once you have tried it...🥄💕 It is a popular store where you will be prepared to queue, but the impressive sweets are worth the wait, so please visit when you are sightseeing in Kyoto💖 #Saori Japanese Chestnut Specialty #Kyoto Sweets #Mont Blanc #Japanese Chestnut Sweets #Kyoto Cafe #Eating Art #Gourmet Summary

📍 Saori, a Japanese chestnut specialty store in Kyoto Saori, a Japanese chestnut specialty store, uses a generous amount of the highest quality Tamba chestnuts, which are the key to their Mont Blanc, to make Kinshi Mont Blanc and other sweets. Mont Blanc made with 1mm-thick Kinshi threads Selected ingredients and a special manufacturing process The Kinshi threads produced with a unique squeezer enjoy the original flavor and mellow taste of chestnuts. ～Saori～ "Sha-" Highest quality Tamba chestnuts 3,080 yen (tax included) *Limited to 30 meals per day #0 yen trip January 2025 #Kyoto trip #Kyoto cafe tour

I stayed in Kyoto for 7 days. I have to say that the shops in Kyoto are so cute. Especially this chestnut dessert shop by the Kamogawa River is worth a special trip Chestnut lovers should not miss it. Their chestnuts are full of chestnut fragrance and all of them are made from Mont Blanc from Tanba chestnuts. The chestnut filling has no saccharin taste. I thought it would be greasy if I ate the whole thing (I don’t eat chestnuts much), but it didn’t taste sweet at all hhh The scene of squeezing chestnut paste is very healing~ We walked in and had a seat (it is recommended to make an appointment in advance during peak hours) Kyoto Prefecture Kyoto City Shimogyo District Kiyamachi Street Matsubara Ue 2 Chome Izumiyacho 170-1 # Sakura 2024

Waguri Senmon is a Mont Blanc specialty cafe located right next to the Kamo River, and it is a place that shows off amazing visuals. One menu per person is required, and the price of the dessert varies depending on the type of night. I definitely recommend the Silky Mont Blanc, which is definitely a visual treat, and there is a Korean menu, so you can ask for it. It consists of the 1st and 2nd floors, and you cannot choose your seat, so you are seated in the order you arrive. Also, the machine that makes Mont Blanc is located at the bar table, and when you order a menu, turn it toward the table you are sitting at to take pictures and videos. Honestly, I thought it was a bit expensive when I saw the price range, but the portions were bigger than I thought, so I couldn't finish it all. 📍 Waguri Senmon Kyoto Card payment accepted, Korean menu available Price range 1800-3000 yen #Japan travel #Kyoto travel #Mont Blanc