Cafe “eX cafe Gion Yasaka” with a view of the Japanese garden

2021.08.06

Maruyama Park, which is a “Japanese garden-style park,” is an artificial object created by craftsmen with great care, but retains the beauty of modeling that transcends nature.
This beauty is a big attraction of Japan to people overseas.
Located on the grounds of Maruyama Park in Kyoto City, a cafe overlooking the Japanese garden has been open since August 1st.

View from the 2nd floor of "eX cafe Gion Yasaka"
"EX cafe Gion Yasaka" seen from the Maruyama Park side

A garden that shows various expressions and our specialty

You can enjoy drinks and meals to fully enjoy the scenery.
We have carefully selected ingredients and create value that is not limited to superb views.
In addition to the popular products that are famous at other stores, “eX cafe,” we hope that you will enjoy seasonal products that are offered according to the season.

eXcafe's specialty "Hokuhoku, dumpling set"
Summer limited "Matcha shaved ice"

Boasting products that differ depending on the four seasons,
Changes in trees and the look of the garden due to different weather, etc.
It is also a charm of our shop that you can meet new fun every time you come.

<eXcafe Gion Yasaka>

address: 〒605‐0071 467 Maruyama-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
TEL: 075‐525‐0077
business hours: 10:00~18:00

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