I came to Kyoto and decided to visit this place. The shop sign is lovely. I was planning to have coffee, but I couldn't resist the temptation of cream soda. So, unfortunately, I can't write a review of the coffee. (But since it's close to the Shinkansen exit, I might visit again ✨) The melon soda had a rich color and just the right amount of ice cream, not too hard or too soft, just perfect and delicious. It seems like this shop has many customers who stay for a long time. It's probably a nice place to wait for the train. I also had a relaxing time here. It was very much appreciated for my tired feet from walking during the trip. I would love to come back and have coffee next time. ♡

I went in thinking of having coffee, but ended up ordering a roast beef sandwich for lunch. The sandwich was okay. The coffee, on the other hand, was really good. I used to think they would add sugar for you, but now there's just sugar on the table. I usually drink my coffee black, so it's not a big deal for me, but it was a bit surprising. Maybe my memory is playing tricks on me?

Around 8:00 on a regular day, there seems to be a line forming. I just wanted to wait until the bus arrives, but it looks like there were a lot of morning goers. However, it seemed like people were entering at different times, so I decided to line up. About 10 people in line, maybe? Waited for about 15 minutes and got seated. I ordered an iced coffee, I forgot the price, haha. I really like the iced coffee here. It has a rich flavor. The staff members are also quick and efficient, which I appreciate. It seems like many people come here at the convenient Hachijo exit, as the main store is a bit far. I see. I wonder if this cafe is seen as a bit high-end for some people...

While waiting to board the Emerald Express in Colombia, I had to deal with an urgent matter. The coffee was strong, with a focus on bitterness rather than acidity, which I personally enjoyed. It made me realize the wide range of flavors that coffee can offer.

Located inside the station building near the Shinkansen ticket gates at Hachijo-guchi, this café is known for being a popular spot in Kyoto. It tends to be quite crowded lately, with slow turnover, so be aware of that. On a weekday afternoon around 2 PM, the café was full with 2 groups waiting outside. The person at the front of the line was alone, followed by a group of 3 who were waiting for someone. Surprisingly, the group of 3 was seated before the lone person. It seemed like a seating arrangement issue. I waited for about 15 minutes before getting a seat. The café attracts people who stay for a while, like businessmen having meetings, readers, and chatty groups. It's not easy to find a seat quickly, so it's best to avoid if you're in a rush. But if you want to linger, it's a good choice as they don't rush you out. I had an orange juice for ¥690, which was rich and delicious. Overall, my impression of the café remains the same, and I've had similar experiences at their main branch. Despite its popularity, it's not listed in the top 100, which makes me wonder. It was my first visit in a while, and my opinion hasn't changed. Sorry for being critical. Thank you for the meal.

Delicious coffee to go is expensive at 675 yen. You can order by phone in advance. You can take it out without waiting. I took home a lemon pie, which was generous in portion. The pie crust is also delicious. Under the sponge, there is a tangy lemon meringue that spreads out crisply. The pie is on the sweet side.

I waited for the shuttle bus to Mr. Migi Sota for about 1 hour, so I decided to have a cup of tea. It was a weekday morning, so it was quieter than usual. The coffee was delicious and consistent. I had an iced cafe au lait for 690 yen. It was rich and tasty. I will definitely visit again! Thank you for the meal.

I had about an hour until check-in at the hotel, so I decided to have a cake set at Inoda Coffee Hachijo-guchi store. I arrived a little after 3 pm, and the interior of the store was almost full, but I was seated without much of a wait since I was alone. The atmosphere inside was classic and calming, although not as impressive as the main store I had seen in photos. There was a nice buzz of customers, but it wasn't noisy. The service was good, following the manual but with a pleasant demeanor. It's no surprise, being a branch of a renowned Kyoto establishment. I ordered the cake set for 1,220 yen including tax. I chose the hot Arabica Pearl coffee and the apple pie. I wanted to try the lemon pie, but it was sold out, so I went with the apple pie enticed by the cinnamon flavor description. The Arabica Pearl coffee was delicious as expected, with a mocha base delivering a rich and sharp taste. Even with milk and sugar added, the coffee flavor remained prominent with the acidity enjoyable and becoming smoother. I usually start with black coffee and then add milk and sugar, and both ways were delicious with the Arabica Pearl coffee. I would rate it around 4.3 to 4.5, but I gave it a score of 3.7 due to the apple pie. The apple pie was not as good as I had hoped. It may appeal to those who prefer a light taste, but it wasn't what I had in mind. The apple was crisp with acidity, lacking the expected cinnamon flavor. It wasn't the classic caramelized apple pie with a soft texture and prominent cinnamon taste. In terms of sweets, the caramel chocolate from Grill Capital Toyo-tei where I had dinner that day was far superior. Inoda Coffee is a cafe, not a patisserie, so expecting top-notch cakes might be asking too much. However, considering that a single coffee costs 690 yen, I believe the cakes should be priced similarly if they are of that quality. I wished the apple pie had lived up to that value.

I used this restaurant at Kyoto Station because there were no stores from my hometown of Hokkaido. The seating was done quickly and the food was served in about 10 minutes (sandwiches were served in less than 5 minutes)! It's perfect for a break during a trip! I will definitely use it again!

Inoda Coffee, a famous coffee shop representing Kyoto, has a branch at Kyoto Station Hachijo-guchi. Established in 1940, it started as a coffee shop with just a few bags of coffee beans after the war. The founder, Shichiro Inoda, was also an artist. Their two main specialties are "Emerald of Colombia" and "Pearl of Arabia." Inoda's coffee is usually served with sugar and milk, so if you prefer it without, make sure to let them know beforehand. They offer a variety of breakfast options like toast, French toast, vegetable sandwich, fruit sandwich, ham sandwich, mixed sandwich, beef cutlet sandwich, and various cakes. I met up with a friend here after lunch and ordered a coffee while my friend had an apple pie. I had the "Pearl of Arabia," a European-style dark roast blend based on Mocha coffee, perfectly balanced with aroma, richness, and acidity. According to their website, this blend has been used in their hot coffee since the establishment. "Pearl of Arabia" is specially blended to taste best with milk and sugar.

・Inoda Coffee Hachijo-guchi branch in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City "The morning in Kyoto starts with the aroma of Inoda Coffee" Located on Sakaimachi Street Sanjo in Kyoto, known as a renowned coffee shop with over 80 years of tradition, I visited the Inoda Coffee Hachijo-guchi branch on Kyoto Station's Kyoto Omotenashi Koji. Enjoy an elegant breakfast with their self-roasted coffee cultivated through years of tradition, blending European-style decor seamlessly with Japanese aesthetics! Starting with a mini orange juice, I had scrambled eggs, boneless ham, coleslaw, potato salad, and croissant! - Store Information - ◾︎ Name: Inoda Coffee Hachijo-guchi branch ◾︎ Address: 8-3 Higashi Shio-koji Takakura-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, 1st floor of JR Tokai Kyoto Station ASTY Road ◾︎ Phone: 075-574-7478 ◾︎ Instagram @inodacoffee_kyoto_official #InodaCoffee #InodaCoffeeHachijoguchiBranch #InodaCoffeeNotInodaCoffee #KyotoBreakfast #KyotoCafe #KyotoMorning #KyotoCafeHopping #kyoto #KyotoStationGourmet #KyotoStationCafe #KyotoCoffeeShop #ElegantTime #JapaneseFood #JapaneseBreakfast

When I arrived in Kyoto early in the morning, there was a long line at a restaurant. I was hungry, so I decided to wait and was able to be seated in just 10 minutes. Although the breakfast was a bit pricey at 1,700 yen, the coffee, scrambled eggs, and orange juice were delicious. Underneath the lettuce, there was a potato salad without any filling, and the warm carrots on the side showed attention to detail. The coffee was so good that I bought some beans to take home.

It's a restaurant that is always crowded and hard to get into. Today, even though there was a long line every time I passed by, there were only about 5 people in line, so I decided to wait. The atmosphere inside the restaurant was quite nice. I ordered the Hayashi Rice for 1000 yen and the Arabian Pearl (hot coffee) for 690 yen. The Hayashi Rice was pretty much what I expected from a cafe. The Arabian Pearl, on the other hand, was a luxury coffee that I haven't had in a while, as I usually only drink coffee that costs around 350 yen at coffee shops. It was indeed rich in flavor. It was a satisfying way to end my 2023GW trip to Kyoto.

When it comes to coffee in Kyoto, Inoda Coffee is the place to go. This long-established coffee shop was founded in the Showa era. The main store always has long lines, but I was able to get in quickly during lunchtime. The Hachijo-guchi store is located right by the Shinkansen exit, making it very convenient. Although there was a sign saying it was full at the entrance, I didn't have to wait in line and was seated right away as the first customer. The location is quite convenient. Inside, I noticed that there were quite a few tables where one person was seated at a 4-person table, which made me think they could accommodate more customers. This may be due to COVID-19 measures, but the partitions for the 4-person tables were placed on the outer side, so even when seated alone, it felt spacious (laughs). The Colombian Emerald coffee I had was delicious, with a strong bitterness and richness. For those who enjoy sweets, the cake set might be a good deal. The pasta I had was not your usual Neapolitan, but an Italian style with thick pasta and simple ingredients like onions, bacon, bell peppers. The plate had a retro and cute style from the time of the shop's founding. Overall, it was quite convenient to be able to easily and quickly enjoy delicious food and coffee, making it a good experience!

Kyoto people often say they love Inoda...and it's true! I spent my childhood in Kyoto and used to go there often ( ´∀｀) I usually order the pudding♪ Personally, I prefer pudding over cakes or parfaits (*^^*) This time, I visited to pass the time. I ordered an iced coffee and got a pudding as a service. Of course, the main store is the best, but compared to other cafes, this one is just fine. It's been a while since I had pudding, and the simple nostalgic taste made me feel warm inside☆ Thank you for the meal!

The four days of the enjoyable school trip with my daughter passed by quickly. I decided to buy coffee beans from a famous shop in Kyoto as a souvenir for myself. With this, I can continue to enjoy a taste of Kyoto even after returning home. I chose the Premium Blend for ¥1780, which has a good balance of richness and bitterness. I debated on various options, but I think this blend will be perfect for our next camping trip.

We enjoyed a coffee before boarding the Shinkansen, as we needed to adjust our time. We had reserved seats for two, informing the staff that two more people would be joining us shortly. However, we were made to wait at the entrance for about 10 minutes (as the other two were buying souvenirs at a nearby shop). When we were finally seated at the reserved table, it had been empty the whole time. The staff's escort service was lacking, but the coffee was delicious with a tangy flavor.

I went to Kyoto on a business trip and decided to have a light lunch at Inoda Coffee since I didn't have much time and there are many branches of Doutor Coffee in Kanto. I found Inoda Coffee to be a bit expensive for a chain, but if the coffee is good, it's fine. However, to be honest, the coffee was not delicious. It tasted like the coffee you get at Mister Donut or McDonald's when you order it after it has been sitting for a while. I ordered the light set with a drink included, which cost 980 yen, and I chose a hot coffee. I felt really uncomfortable afterwards. I may have made a mistake in ordering something different, but the shrimp fry inside the roll was mostly batter. Maybe it was because it was close to the end of lunchtime? The bad aftertaste of the coffee lingered even after leaving the store. I should have left the salad at the end. There was no standard hot coffee or blend coffee available, only fancy named ones, with the most standard one being something with "pearl" in the name, but the taste was unexpected. Maybe it wasn't made with pearls because it was part of the set? I guess I had too high expectations for a local brand. Personally, I feel that in terms of cost performance, Inoda Coffee is lower compared to other well-known chain cafes. 980 yen... There are cafes with better cost performance and lower ratings on Tabelog nearby. I wonder why people choose to go to Inoda Coffee instead of the more crowded Doutor Coffee in Kyoto. I heard that another chain, Key Coffee, can make coffee in 3 minutes and even if they receive a phone call, they won't leave the coffee to ensure fresh serving. I don't expect that level of service, but I wish Inoda Coffee would learn from that. I tell myself that everything is a learning experience.

Last time I came here for lunch, so it was my first time having breakfast. It's great that there are cafes open for breakfast, just like in Nagoya! I really wanted to have a meal at a cafe, so I chose a hotel without breakfast included. The croissant wasn't warmed up, but it was nice and crispy. The mushroom soup that I love was rich and delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I had always been told by an acquaintance from Kyoto that I absolutely must try the "Lemon Pie" at Inoda Coffee, so I had been wanting to try it someday. On the final day of my "Kyoto Railway-related Trip", before boarding the Shinkansen, I decided to stop by here. It was around 12:50 on a weekday. The shop is located on the first floor of the shopping mall "ASTY Kyoto", directly connected to Kyoto Station's Hachijo-guchi (South Exit). It is at the western end of the restaurant area "Kyoto Omotenashi Koji" (refer to the photo). To the left of the entrance (east side), there was a counter selling coffee and cakes. The interior of the shop had a sophisticated and elegant atmosphere. There were about 20 tables for 2 to 4 people each. When I visited, it was full, so I waited for about 8 minutes in front of the shop (a few chairs were placed there). The other customers included families, middle-aged couples, young couples, young women in pairs, solo male and female customers, and there were also foreign customers. The menu was quite extensive, with coffee, soft drinks, sandwiches, toasts, spaghetti, other Western dishes, sets, cakes, and other desserts. The prices were on the higher side. My companion and I both ordered the "Cake Set 1,180 yen (tax included)" for two people. There were four types of cakes (Cheesecake, Apple Pie, Rum Raisin, Lemon Pie), but of course, both of us chose the "Lemon Pie". For the set drink, there were 10 options (Hot Coffee, Iced Coffee, Hot Cafe au Lait, Iced Cafe au Lait, Hot Tea, Iced Tea, Coca-Cola, Melon Soda, Orange Juice, Apple Juice), and both of us chose "Iced Coffee". When asked, "Would you like cream?", we replied, "Black, please". It was brought to us in less than 5 minutes. The "Lemon Pie" was quite large. From the bottom, it had pie crust, lemon cream, sponge cake with syrup, and plenty of meringue stacked on top. The meringue had a thin, even brown color on the surface. The lemon cream had a soft, slightly bouncy texture, with a mild lemon flavor and a smooth acidity. The meringue had a crispy texture and was very lightly flavored. There was no eggy smell. The contrast in textures between the pie crust, cream, sponge cake, and meringue, along with the matching flavors, was exquisite. It was much more refined than I had expected. I really liked it. The "Iced Coffee" had a refreshing taste with a moderate bitterness, which paired well with the "Lemon Pie". I was very satisfied to finally try the "Lemon Pie". I would love to eat it again when I visit Kyoto next time.