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Kasagiya

Wagashi, Vegan-Friendly Sweets

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Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • For a warm-weather visit, reviewers recommend the matcha kakigori with anko and dango.
  • Seating is limited, and the shop closes at 17:30, so plan your visit accordingly.
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  • Try the ohagi or red bean sweets with matcha; confirm ingredients, since the shop serves animal milk.
  • Bring cash; one reviewer reports the shop is cash only.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention azuki beans, dessert and gozenshiruko.

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Also matcha, matcha kakigori, matcha shaved ice, mochi, red bean mochi, red bean soup and shaved ice.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: relaxing

Praised for cozy atmosphere, friendly service and good value.

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Also praised for generous portions and beautiful interior.

Good to know

  • Breakfast, coffee, dessert, quick bites
  • Cash only

About

Kasagiya is a historic, fourth-generation tea house with just a few tables, serving traditional sweets such as ohagi, red bean mochi, and matcha kakigori. Reviews praise the fresh anko and quiet, home-like setting, though the shop serves animal milk, so check ingredients before ordering; bring cash and note that it closes at 17:30.

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349 Masuyacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0826, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
10:00–17:00
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
10:00–17:00
Thursday
10:00–17:00
Friday
10:00–17:00
Saturday
10:00–17:00
Sunday
10:00–17:00

the food

4.5 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.4 7 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Not labeled
staff
Basic understanding

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

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