I visited the restaurant on Saturday around 1 pm. There was only one group of customers before me, but more people started coming in after me, and it became almost full. Luckily, I was able to enter at the right time. I ordered and paid at the counter first, then chose a seat. The items I ordered were: - Matcha Latte Iced (550 yen) - Rich Matcha Terrine (450 yen) I visited this place specifically for the Matcha Terrine. It was incredibly rich in matcha flavor, with a thick and gooey texture similar to dark chocolate. The Matcha Latte had a beautiful gradient of matcha and milk, with a subtle sweetness making it easy to drink. The staff was polite and the atmosphere was cozy. It was great that I could enjoy a drink and dessert for only 1,000 yen. If you visit Uji, be sure to stop by this place.

At 4:30 on Saturday, there was only one group of Chinese (Taiwanese?) girls as the previous customers. This time, I tried a café latte with matcha terrine. Despite being a stylish café, the combination cost less than ¥1000, which felt like a great deal. The matcha terrine was rich and stuck to the fork, making it hard to remove (a compliment). The restroom was extremely clean, and they even had a diaper changing table for babies, which I had never seen in a private store before.

On the street south of Ujibashi-dori, there is a cafe where I found myself dozing off on a sofa seat after ordering a 500 yen cafe latte. It was quite pleasant. I will definitely come back. Although it's a bit away from Byodoin Temple, the cafe had a few customers coming in and out. It was full with four groups.

After having Banh Mi for lunch, I stopped by a new trendy cafe in Uji. It's located right across from the hair salon I always go to (or rather the resting place of Uji Shrine). The interior of the cafe is bright with high ceilings and glass windows at the front. I heard that the second floor is used as a rental gallery space. It was a bit lively that day because it seemed like some relative's children were visiting. The cafe latte was made by a machine next to the register and it was really delicious. There were also counter seats in the back, so you can comfortably sit alone. Next time, I'll try ordering some sweets as well. Since it seemed difficult for people who came by car to make a U-turn, I'll park my bicycle in a corner.

This day, while visiting the tourist destination "Uji," known for places like Byodoin Temple and associated with Murasaki Shikibu, I discovered a new café with a natural modern sense that left a lasting impression. This café, which opened in July 2022, offers a variety of espresso, sweets, and alcohol, with plans to start roasting their own beans soon. Upon entering the café, the natural and modern design harmoniously blend, with a cash-on system for ordering before noticing the Slayer espresso machine. The menu includes espresso, café latte, Americano, espresso tonic, matcha and roasted tea lattes with homemade syrups, coffee cocktails, wine, whiskey, and a single homemade sweet. I chose an Americano (400 yen) for drinks and a rich matcha terrine (450 yen) for sweets. The terrine was moist and subtly sweet with a rich matcha flavor, while the Americano had a balanced bitterness and richness unique to espresso extracted by the Slayer machine. The combination of both was satisfying. I also noticed a multi-faceted speaker called "scenery," which seemed to be from Listude in Nara, playing lyrical music that added to the peaceful atmosphere. A notice in the café mentioned that "Ensemble Coffee" in Okinawa is a related store, and the name "ap" means water in Sanskrit. Located near famous spots in Uji like Byodoin Temple, this café stands out with its unique charm and atmosphere among the many dining options in the area. The café operates from 10:00 to 18:00, offering takeout and coffee bean sales for those who want to enjoy authentic espresso and sweets during the day or relax after sightseeing. I hope this gem becomes well-known among locals and travelers alike.