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Shaved Ice Special

[2022] Fluffy & natural ice is irresistible! 17 Popular Shaved Ice Dishes in Kyoto

During the hot summer months, shaved ice in Kyoto is the focus of attention! In addition to the standard Japanese flavors such as green tea and kuromitsu, there are also the trendy espuma, fluffy shaved ice made from natural ice, and pudding flavors that make a big impact. Be sure to enjoy the cute appearance as well.

Contents of this article

1.
Completely finished with a dreamy texture! [Kyoto Icicle] Strawberry milk shaved ice / Nijo
2.
[Itoken] melon shaved ice with melting pulp sauce / Fukakusa
3.
Enjoy until the end! Shaved ice with strawberry puree from [BABBI GELATERIA KYOTO] / Kiyamachi
4.
Tea specialty store [Shimizu Ippo-en]: snow ice with special top-grade matcha espuma / Higashiyama Shichijo
5.
[Nijo Wakasaya Teramachi Branch] Saiun Shaved Ice with Homemade Syrup/Kyoto Shiyakushomae
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Bracken black syrup and soybean shaved ice from Nikenjaya (Nakamuraro), where you can enjoy the sweetness of adults / Gion
7.
Green tea shaved ice with kudzu from [Saryo SENTAMA] where you can enjoy the coolness all the time / Senbon Imadegawa
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[Gion Tokuya] Surrounded by the scent of bancha with summer limited shaved ice / Gion
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Matcha shaved ice using high-quality natural water from the Suzuka mountain range at Sweet Memories / Nishiki Ichiba
10.
Honey Lemon Cheese Shaved Ice with Rich Espuma at Kyo Ice Yukimian / Nijo Castle area
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Shaved ice from [BRUNBRUN] that is irresistible for chocolate lovers / Gosho Minami
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Pudding on the outside, pudding on the inside! Na [Confectionery and Teahouse Checa] shaved ice / Okazaki
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Artistic shaved ice from [Lies and I] that makes everyone happy / Uji
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[The shaved ice with green tea syrup at Tasuki Shinpukan has a fluffy texture like feathers.
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Open only in summer! Peach fruit espuma shaved ice from the cake shop [Sekando] / Hyakumanben
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[Saruya] matcha red bean shaved ice with plenty of grainy red bean paste / Shimogamo Shrine
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Shaved ice with beans from Breeze Tainan -TEARS II-, blowing away the heat / Around the Imperial Palace

1. Completely finished with a dreamy texture! [Kyoto Icicle] Strawberry milk shaved ice / Nijo

The owner, Mr. Kondo, opened a specialty store in Kyoto after being fascinated by shaved ice, which has a wide variety of tastes, such as the taste of various fruits and the taste of both Japanese and Western styles. The ice is thoroughly temperature controlled and kept at the limit of whether it will melt or not. As a result, the body does not feel cold when eaten, and it is said that there is no feeling of "Keep" in the head.

Kyohyoka icicle shaved ice

Strawberry milk with milk espuma, a foamy mousse, on top and custard cream inside, 800 yen.

Kyoto ice confectionery icicle

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  • 22 Nishinokyo Uchihatacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 9 minute walk from JR Nijo Station
  • Tel.075-811-3330

2. [Itoken] melon shaved ice with melting pulp sauce / Fukakusa

A Japanese confectionery shop founded in 1864 provides a cafe space where you can enjoy lunch and sweets. There are three types of fruit shaved ice that are available only during the summer: watermelon, melon, and pineapple. A luxurious dish that melts in your mouth with fluffy shaved ice and a thick sauce made from pulp. Enjoy cute looking sweets made by hollowing out fruits.

Melon shaved ice from Itoken

Melon shaved ice 1,650 yen, available for order from 2:00 p.m.

Karyo Itoken

  • Karyo Itoken
  • 28-1 Fukakusa Taniguchicho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 14-minute walk from Keihan Fujinomori Station
    14 minute walk from JR Fujinomori Station
  • Tel.0120-929-110

3. Enjoy until the end! Shaved ice with strawberry puree from [BABBI GELATERIA KYOTO] / Kiyamachi

Gelateria from Italy [BABBI] prepares a little special menu as well as standard gelato. The shaved ice with strawberry puree is filled with smooth, melt-in-your-mouth rich milk gelato and pistachio sauce with crushed crispy wafers. Enjoy a leisurely eat-in while gazing at the Kamogawa River.

Shaved ice at BABBI GERATERIA KYOTO

Shaved ice with strawberry puree: 1,320 yen

BABBI GELATERIA KYOTO

  • Babi Gelateria Kyoto
  • Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Shimogyo Ward, Kiyamachi Street, Shijo Shimoru, Saitocho 134
  • 2 minutes walk from Hankyu "Kyoto Kawaramachi Station"
  • Tel.075-585-5200

4. Tea specialty store [Shimizu Ippo-en]: snow ice with special top-grade matcha espuma / Higashiyama Shichijo

The tea specialty store Shimizu Ippo-en has a reputation for its elaborate tea sweets. The "Sukigori with Top Matcha Espuma" is a luxurious dark tea-like espuma (mousse) made entirely from powdered Uji matcha, which melts in the mouth with a refreshing taste. You can enjoy the special taste of carefully selected tea.

Yukigoori (snow ice) with green tea espuma on top: 1,250 yen.

Tea Master Kiyomizu Ippouen Kyoto Main Store

  • Tea ceremony, one-stop shop for baked goods, and a bookstore
  • 665 Hongawara-cho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 9 minutes on foot from Keihan Shichijo Station
  • Tel.075-202-7964

5. [Nijo Wakasaya Teramachi Branch] Saiun Shaved Ice with Homemade Syrup/Kyoto Shiyakushomae

Kyoto's confectioners have put a sense of fun into their confectionery creations, such as sweet potato cakes that look like baked sweet potatoes, and kuzuyu with a cute box design. At the teahouse on the 2nd floor, only the Teramachi store offers “Saiun”, which is made with fluffy hand-made ice and seasonal flavors. In the ice, 3 to 4 kinds of fruits such as strawberries and pineapples are hidden. You can freely pour 5 kinds of homemade syrup that changes with the season.

Shaved ice at Nijo Wakasaya

Saiun" (1,540 yen), which offers five kinds of syrups that change seasonally, including tortoiseshell candy, Iyokan, apple, kiwi, and amazake (sweet sake).

Nijo Wakasaya Teramachi

  • Nijo Wakasaya Teramachi Ten
  • Kyoto Prefecture Kyoto City Nakagyo Ward Teramachi Street Nijoshitaru Enokicho 67
  • 4-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Subway Station
  • Tel.075-256-2280
The information is subject to change. Please contact each store or facility directly for the latest information.
All prices include tax.
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