November 2019: Unfortunately, Prinz cafe is now permanently closed. Please see our hand-picked list of the Best Cafes In Kyoto for alternatives, and also see other places to eat in Central Kyoto.
Arguably the best and hippest café in all of Kyoto, Prinz café is well worth the long trip to get there, especially if you have a bicycle.
Packing an art gallery, bookshop, garden and a library behind a minimalist façade, Prinz café in the northeast of the city is so cool it’s almost a destination in its own right. It’s a great place for a drink or a light meal while up in this end of town. If you’re exploring temples in the northeast of town like Manshu-in Temple and Shisen-do Temple and have a bike to get around on, this would make the perfect lunch stop. Our only question: How did this island of hipness wind up in an otherwise non-descript residential neighborhood?
English address:
5 Tanakatakahara-cho, Sakyo-ku
Japanese address:
京都府京都市左京区田中高原町5
Opening hours:
11:30am-11:00pm
Price:
Cheap (Café) ~ Moderate (Restaurant)
Non-smoking area: Yes
Nearest Transport:
2min walk from Chayama Station, Eizan line
Telephone: 712-3900
Website:
Official website (Japanese)
Customer Reviews:
Read customer reviews of Prinz on TripAdvisor
More Restaurant Suggestions: See my list of Kyoto’s Best Restaurants for more eating inspiration. The list covers all cuisines and price ranges.
Near To Here:
Prinz Cafe is located in Central Kyoto. See our complete list of things to do in Central Kyoto, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
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