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Umezono Sanjo Teramachi Store

Japanese Sweets, Vegan Dango

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Top tips

  • Try the mitarashi dango, praised for its toasted finish and sauce.
  • Good to know: Seasonal desserts can change, so a specific item may not be available outside its season.
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  • The sweet matcha soy milk set with warabi mochi was reported at 750 yen.
  • There may be a line, but reviewers report quick turnover; the second floor has a view over the shopping arcade.
  • Ask which sweets are vegan; reviewers say many are vegan by default, but the shop also uses dairy and honey.

Good for

The vibe: dates

Praised for good value, friendly service and affordable.

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Also praised for fast service, generous portions and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Coffee, dessert, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

This two-story, old wooden sweet shop in the Teramachi arcade is known for toasted mitarashi dango, soft warabi mochi and zenzai, with complimentary tea served alongside desserts. Many traditional sweets are vegan by default, and the matcha soy milk set was reported at 750 yen; dairy and honey are also used, so check ingredients for individual items.

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526 Tenshojimaecho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8081, Japan

Opening hours

Monday
10:30–19:30
Tuesday
10:30–19:30
Wednesday
10:30–19:30
Thursday
10:30–19:30
Friday
10:30–19:30
Saturday
10:30–19:30
Sunday
10:30–19:30

the food

4.6 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Poorly marked
staff
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Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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