Around 1:00 PM, two of us visited the "Chorakukan Dessert Cafe" near Maruyama Park in the Shijo Higashioji area. Located in the scenic Higashiyama area, which is home to tourist spots like Kiyomizu-dera and Kodai-ji temples, this eye-catching Western-style building stands next to Maruyama Park. Chorakukan was built in 1909 by the industrialist Yoshibe Murai, known as the "Tobacco King," as a reception hall to entertain guests from both Japan and abroad. The building, along with many of its furnishings, has been designated as a tangible cultural property by the city of Kyoto. While we visited the dessert cafe, it is also possible to stay overnight at Chorakukan. The exterior is in Renaissance style, the dining room in Neo-Classical, the reception room in Rococo style, and the Japanese-style drawing room in Art Nouveau with stained glass windows. - Apple Ecran: ¥1,800 - Nougat Glace Framboise: ¥1,500 - Kakigori Berry Pistachio: ¥1,800 - Mille-feuille: ¥1,500 - Shortcake: ¥700 - Caramel Cafe: ¥700 - Gateau Boule: ¥700 - Champagne Berry: ¥700 - Scones: ¥700 - Darjeeling Castleton Estate 1st Flush: ¥1,500 - Margaret's Hope Estate 1st Flush: ¥1,500 - Castleton Estate 2nd Flush: ¥1,400 - Singell Estate 2nd Flush: ¥1,400 - Assam Harmutty Estate 2nd Flush: ¥1,300 - Meleng Estate 2nd Flush: ¥1,300 - Chorakukan Blend Tea: ¥900 - Darjeeling Tea: ¥900 - Assam Tea: ¥900 - Dianhong Tea: ¥900 - Keemun Tea: ¥900 - Chorakukan Original Blend Coffee: ¥900 - American Coffee: ¥900 - Cafe au Lait: ¥1,000 - Vienna Coffee: ¥1,100 - Muscat Yawar: ¥1,400 - Original Mixed Juice: =========== Additional options for flavored tea, decaf, and more beverages are available.

I received a café set of mille-feuille. The set includes coffee or tea. Vienna coffee or herbal tea can only be ordered a la carte. In conclusion, I think I only need to go once. The service is very formal, maybe because it's a popular place. The way they guide you to your seat and serve the food feels like a family restaurant. I won't be going back.

The Peach D'Anbale (1,700 yen) >> Set (with tea or coffee) (2,500 yen) is a limited-time menu available until August 20th. Inside a candy sculpture basket, each morning the patissier carefully creates a rose made of peaches compoted with lemongrass syrup. Juicy peach slices are layered delicately on top. Under the rose is a thinly baked langues de chat cookie. Inside, there is vanilla creme brulee and peach sorbet, with a sweet and refreshing peach sauce spread on the plate. Thank you for the meal.

A beautiful café in a historic Western-style building near Yasaka Shrine and Kodai-ji Temple. My husband had shaved ice with a surprise Sabarun inside, which was delicious! I had a classic scone that was also very tasty. The atmosphere with live piano music, spiral staircase, and fabric walls was beautiful and a perfect break during a hot sightseeing day.

I had always wanted to try the afternoon tea at Chorakukan, and I was able to make a reservation by chance! I ordered the Summer Fruits Afternoon Tea. I arrived early, but they kindly let me in and even accommodated an earlier time for me. The atmosphere was lovely. The afternoon tea set was very luxurious, visually appealing, and delicious. I was happy to receive a cookie message plate as well. My parents also enjoyed it. The scent of the tea was wonderful and delicious. The scones and sweets were all delicious. The Champagne affogato at the end was the best!

Drink fair, unfortunately there were some not delicious items. Even though it's carbonated, it lacks fizz. However, the hotel staff were kind and nice. In terms of cost performance, considering the atmosphere of experiencing a sense of non-daily life, it may be reasonable.

If you are looking for an afternoon tea experience in Kyoto, or even in Kansai, then Longraku Kan is the place to go! Located in a historic building, with live piano music, Longraku Kan offers a relaxing and elegant atmosphere. The spacious seating arrangement ensures that you won't be bothered by nearby conversations. Today's afternoon tea theme is "Kyoto's Fresh Green Afternoon Tea". You can choose a new tea for an aperitif. The tea is refillable with pot exchanges, so make sure to come with an empty stomach and in comfortable clothing. The afternoon tea set, which changes seasonally, is not only visually appealing but also delicious. While there were male customers, the majority were women of all ages. The service is impeccable, with staff speaking in a calm and soothing manner. Even the restroom is beautifully designed. The combination of authentic afternoon tea, a luxurious historic building, a private space for tea guests, live piano music, and excellent service make Longraku Kan a truly special experience. The price is surprisingly affordable for the value you receive. Reservations can be made online, so it's not too difficult to secure a spot. This is not just about aesthetics, but about enjoying a leisurely time and engaging conversations. It's a genuine afternoon tea experience. Thank you for the meal!

Elegant Special Sweets to Enjoy in a Graceful Meiji Western-Style Mansion Nagaragakan ♡ Kyoto ❤︎ Higashiyama ♡ my pick!・Mille-Feuille ♡ Nagaragakan, a Western-style mansion built as a reception hall, retains its quaint appearance and has been designated as a "Tangible Cultural Property of Kyoto City" (˶'ᵕ'˶ )‪︎ Inside the glamorous mansion, there is a stylish café where you can relax in the rooms that were actually used. I went to the café at Nagaragakan this time ⸜( ･ᴗ･ )⸝♡ At the dessert café Nagaragakan, the Afternoon Tea-exclusive lounge "Geihin-no-ma" is available, making Afternoon Tea popular. However, you can also use it for lunchtime or enjoy café time with individual sweets. You can enjoy a luxurious time that you cannot experience in your daily life at a former reception hall during café time. Located in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Nagaragakan was built as a reception hall for domestic and foreign guests in 1909 ♡ Many of its buildings and furnishings have been designated as Tangible Cultural Properties of Kyoto City, preserving the charm of that time (* 'ᵕ' )☆ Built by Murai Yoshibei, known as the "Tobacco King," Nagaragakan was a reception hall used by prominent figures of the Meiji era such as Ito Hirobumi and Okuma Shigenobu, as well as many foreign guests. Surrounding Nagaragakan are tourist spots representing Kyoto, such as Maruyama Park and Yasaka Shrine, making it easily accessible \( ˙▿˙ )/♡ The elegant interior with a graceful appearance allows you to forget your daily life and enjoy a leisurely moment. Access to Nagaragakan can be done in several ways. First, a common access method used by tourists is from JR Kyoto Station. From JR Kyoto Station, it takes about 15 minutes by taxi to reach Nagaragakan by telling the driver "Nagaragakan, east of the south gate of Yasaka Shrine." You can also access it by bus from JR Kyoto Station, getting off at Gion using the city bus 206 or 100. Another access method is from Hankyu Kawaramachi Station. It takes about 15 minutes on foot or about 5 minutes by taxi from Hankyu Kawaramachi Station. If you choose to walk, head towards Yasaka Shrine from Shijo Street, pass through the main hall, and enter Maruyama Park. Turn right at the first corner to reach the entrance of Nagaragakan. For taxis, similar to JR Kyoto Station, it is recommended to tell the driver "Nagaragakan, east of the south gate of Yasaka Shrine." Another access method is to walk from Keihan Gion-Shijo Station. It takes about 10 minutes on foot from Keihan Gion-Shijo Station to Nagaragakan. If you use Kyoto Station, it takes about 15 minutes by train to Keihan Gion-Shijo Station. After leaving from exit 6 of Keihan Gion-Shijo Station, head towards Yasaka Shrine from Shijo Street, which is an easy-to-understand access method. Nagaragakan has a restaurant and café, but among them, the dessert café Nagaragakan, where you can enjoy Afternoon Tea or lunch, is more casual and recommended than the restaurant. Even though it is a café, you can use the elegant and glamorous rooms of Nagaragakan, making it popular. The café is open from 11:00 to 19:30 and has 150 seats. There are seven rooms with different atmospheres where you can enjoy your meal at the dessert café Nagaragakan. The "Lady's Room" with a view of Maruyama Park is a room with an elegant atmosphere that is not too assertive. The sunlight coming through the gaps in the trees of the park brightens the room, allowing you to enjoy a refreshing time. With simple interior design, it is recommended for those who want to focus on chatting or for business use. Mille-Feuille. The Mille-Feuille at the dessert café Nagaragakan is a popular signature menu. This Mille-Feuille is a substantial dish with layers of puff pastry and cream. It has become a popular choice for many customers.

Classic, luxurious space, traditional afternoon tea. This place is different from other afternoon teas. The elegant atmosphere and sweets make you feel sophisticated. The menu changes with the seasons, making it perfect for treating yourself or having tea with someone special. Two hours flew by quickly. Early reservations are recommended.

This cafe located in Maruyama Park in Kyoto has an amazing atmosphere. Enjoying a drink and cake here is a blissful experience. The highlight is the "Black Tea Mille-feuille," highly recommended. You can explore the building and take photos while waiting.

I reserved a coveted afternoon tea experience online. I was escorted to a private room with authentic vintage furniture, truly fitting for the "Tobacco King Murai Yoshibe's Guest House". I selected my drink and tea. Although I mistakenly ate them out of order, each delicacy was just the right size and not overly sweet, allowing me to leisurely enjoy a sophisticated and elegant time. Don't forget to check out the restroom - it might change your concept of what a restroom should be!

Choraku-kan near Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto is a lovely place with different themed floors. This time, I enjoyed a big painting in the art room. I had the Strawberry Fiancée, which had crispy langue de chat and pie crust filled with plenty of strawberries and a rich custard cream. It was both cute and delicious. The custard was firm to not compromise the crispy texture of the langue de chat and pie crust, which was also tasty. I shared scones with a friend, and they were slightly warm, which was nice. My friend ordered the Rose Wiener Coffee, which apparently changes color depending on the season. Thank you for the wonderful meal! ☺️

I visited 'Dessert Cafe Chorakukan' in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, at 604 Maruyama-cho. This elegant cafe has seven rooms where you can relax and enjoy desserts. The building is a beautiful Western-style mansion from the Meiji era. I forgot to check the names of the rooms on the second floor, and the customers were so amazing that I couldn't even take photos. I tried the 'Strawberry Fiancée' for 1700 yen, which is a crispy mille-feuille with custard cream and strawberries. The aroma of strawberries was so strong when it arrived at the table, and when I asked, I found out they were 'Yayoihime' strawberries, the same kind I received as a gift from a friend yesterday. It was a pleasant surprise to be able to taste the same strawberries, and they were truly delicious with a wonderful aroma. The mille-feuille had an amazing texture, with layers of pastry and strawberry sauce on top. The quality of the presentation was stunning, and I was captivated by the beauty of the dessert. I had a delightful moment enjoying this exquisite dessert. I also saw the May limited edition tea mille-feuille, and it looked delicious too, so I would love to try it!

It was interesting and had a calm atmosphere! It wasn't a weekday, but we arrived a little earlier than lunchtime so we were seated right away. They have seating on the second floor and also offer afternoon tea, so I'd like to try everything! A must-visit when sightseeing in Kyoto!

The exterior and interior are both really lovely. There are various types of rooms, and each one is a space that is so captivating that words cannot describe it. Of course, the cakes and drinks are also artistic. Not only do they look good, but they also taste delicious. It's a place I want to visit many times.

Chourakukan Dessert Cafe at 604 Maruyamacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, is a historic Western-style building built in the Meiji era. The luxurious atmosphere is enhanced by the beautiful furniture and furnishings. I tried the Strawberry Fianteen with a drink for ¥2,500 (¥1,700 for just the dessert). It was presented beautifully, like a painting, with a crispy pie crust and layers of custard cream and strawberries. The rich custard cream paired perfectly with the sweet and sour strawberries. The balance of sweetness and acidity in the strawberry sauce was exquisite. It was incredibly delicious. The first floor has a special room for afternoon tea called the "Reception Room" (afternoon tea is by reservation only). In addition to the cafe, there are also accommodation facilities and restaurants, so I would love to visit again soon. Highly recommended for strawberry lovers and those who enjoy a luxurious cafe experience in Kyoto. #ChourakukanDessertCafe #Chourakukan #Kyoto #KyotoCafe #KyotoGourmet #KyotoLunch #KansaiCafe #KansaiGourmet #KansaiLunch #CafeHopping #CafeLovers #Strawberry #StrawberrySweets #KyotoHotel #KyotoSightseeing #GionShijo #kyoto #cafe

I visited around 2:00 pm on Sunday afternoon. I didn't have a reservation, so I waited for about 15 minutes before being seated. The hotel attached to the restaurant provided excellent service. The seasonal cakes were already sold out at this time, so I recommend visiting earlier. The cakes were delicious, and the coffee was free for refills. I was able to relax in the elegant atmosphere. I would like to visit again.

The building, interior, everything is lovely. The coffee and cake are delicious too, but for this price... I knew it wasn't really suitable for solo use, but I wish I could see more of the different rooms. Well, I've been there once, so I guess it's fine.