Kotoka strawberries | Food & Drinks

La Pause Mori & Café La Pause (Cafe)

Located just next to Shinomiya station of Kintetsu Railway is La Pause, where you will meet a bright, comfortable cafe surrounded by greenery as if you were having tea in a forest.
La Pause Mori's signature item are their extremely fluffy French pancakes. This is a paradise for those with a sweet tooth, for fine lovers of coffee with La Pause’s original roast, and most of all, Nara’s very own Kotoka strawberry infused pancakes, parfaits and more!

Location: 2-11-62 Shibatsuji-cho, Nara
Phone number: +81- 742-30-3450
Business hours: 10:30-17:00 (Food last order 16:00 , Drink last order 16:30)
URL: http://www.tokokuro.jp/lapause/

Miyake – Japanese Sweets ( Cafe + Nara Sweets)

Hidden but not at all missed is the fabulous “Miyake” Nara sweets cafe and outlet.
Situated on a site dating back to over 200 years, sit in the surrounds of a once Japan whilst enjoying a delicacy from their extensive range of sweets and drinks. This time around, Nara Time invites you to try Miyake’s famous Kotoka Strawberry and Yamato Tea gelato.

Location: 1-5-1 Torimi-cho Nara shi, Nara
Phone number: +81-742-51-3008
Business hours: 10:00 - 18:00 (Last order at 17:00)
Regular holiday: Sundays
URL: http://miyake-flagship.jp

Nara Sweets Craftsman Nakanishi Yosaburo (Nara Sweets)

The everyday lives of the people of Nara is most prominently experienced in Naramachi. As the fourth generation of this traditional sweets store, Mr. Katsuyuki Nakanishi, believes it is his mission to protect the traditional townscape of this area, and he engages in town revitalization projects.
He refurbished the old townhouse in which his store is located, and built a beautiful teahouse with a splendid view of the garden. He repurposed parts of the townhouse as gallery spaces. These inspired ideas provide comfort for his customers and make for an enjoyable visit.
Nakanishi-san includes the flavours of Nara culture within his products, including traditional ingredients such as Yamato tea and Kotoka strawberries in order to create truly authentic items.

(Images: left to right) Silky Habutae strawberries, Naramachi dango steamed buns. Habutae strawberries are available between December and May. Saka Manju buns can be obtained between January and March.

Location: 23 Wakidocho, Nara-shi, Nara
Phone number: TEL/FAX:+81-742-24-3048
Business hours: 9:30 - 18:00
* Sweets-making workshop, reservations required. Yen 3,080. (Duration approx. 60 minutes, maximum 16 people per session) Available dates for each month are announced on the homepage.
Regular holiday: irregular holidays　
URL: http://www.naramachi.jp/

Patisserie trico (Chocolatier, Cafe)

This shop is scheduled to open in May 2016. The first floor is a sweets shop with a focus on chocolates while the second floor is a café that overlooks the Gangō-ji temple tower ruins, which is a world heritage site. The take-out confectionery is also great as souvenirs from Nara.

Location: 20-1, Yakushidocho, Nara-shi, Nara, 630-8321, Japan
Phone number: +81-742-25-2788
Business hours: 11:00~18:00
Regular holiday: Irregular
URL: http://trico-az.com/

DRINK DRANK (Smoothie shop)

This smoothie shop offers around 13 variations of smoothies, made by the vegetable sommelier owner, that capture the natural flavors of Nara-grown ingredients. The most popular flavor is the “5 Fruits Mix Smoothie.” Take-outs are also available to add an extra enjoyment to your exploration of the area.

Location: 8, Hashimotocho, Nara-shi, Nara, 630-8217, Japan
Phone number: +81-742-27-6206
Business hours: 11:00~18:30
Regular holiday: Wednesday
URL: http://www.drinkdrank.com/

Kuuki cake (Patisserie and Cafe)

This popular cake shop is well-known for its acorn-shaped appearance and its signature cake “Kūki cake,” which has an airy texture. All of the cakes in the showcase are colorful and larger than standard size. Eat-in also available.

Location: Fureaikaikan1F, 738-2, Takabatakecho, Nara-shi, Nara, 630-8301, Japan
Phone number: +81-742-27-2828
Business hours: 9:00~19:30
Regular holiday: Wednesday, Tuesday closed irregularly (Holiday is open)
URL: http://www.kuukicake.com/

Nara hotel tea lounge (Cafe)

The open lounge with large windows that reach the ceiling allows you to enjoy the view of the surrounding greenery while indulging in the hotel patissier’s specialty cakes. Come and enjoy a relaxing moment with unique set menus that include green tea or a glass of champagne.

Location: 1096, Takabatakecho, Nara-shi, Nara, 630-8301, Japan
Phone number: +81-742-26-3300
Business hours: 8:30~18:00
Regular holiday: None
URL: http://www.narahotel.co.jp/tea_lounge.html