If you need a pick-me-up while exploring Arashiyama, head to this stylish and airy coffee shop on the banks of the Hozu-gawa River.
% Arabica Arashiyama interior © ladyous
The Arashiyama branch of Kyoto’s artisanal % Arabica chain occupies a superb position overlooking the Hozu-gawa River, just upstream from the Togetsu-kyo Bridge. The coffee is some of the best in the city and the location is great. There’s only a tiny outside sitting area, but that hardly matters when you can just carry your cup to the riverside and enjoy it while watching the boats float by.
In case you’re wondering, the name is pronounced ‘Percent Arabica’.
There are two other Arabica branches in Kyoto – % Arabica Higashiyama and % Arabica Fujii Daimaru.
For more Kyoto cafe choices, see our Best Cafes in Kyoto page.
English address:
3-47, Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo-ku
Japanese address:
右京区嵯峨天龍寺芒ノ馬場町3ｰ47
Opening hours:
8am-6pm daily
Price: Budget
Non-smoking area: Yes
Nearest Transport:
5 min walk from Arashiyama Station, Keifuku Arashiyama line
15 min walk from Arashiyama Station, Hankyu railway
Telephone: 748-0057
Website: Official Website
Customer Reviews:
Read customer reviews of % Arabica Arashiyama on TripAdvisor
Near To Here:
% Arabica Arashiyama is located in Kyoto’s Arashiyama district. See our complete list of things to do in Kyoto’s Arashiyama district, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
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