Let me first show you how to get there from the outside. Now, you have arrived at the main entrance (you should be able to reach this point...). However, please do not enter the main entrance through the glass door.

You don't have to be a guest to use this entrance, so don't be afraid to go in!

Now, go to the back and you will arrive at the elevator hall. Please take this elevator to the 4th floor. â

Next, we will show you how to get to the 4th floor from the 3rd floor of the store, which is connected to the Kyoto Takashimaya Department Store. Let's go there this time!

Hey, where can I get to the 4th floor? And then...there it is! I found the elevator behind the shelf in photo 4!

By the way, you can take the escalator from the 1st floor to the 2nd and 3rd floors, but only the elevator can go to the 4th floor. So, please use either of the two patterns introduced in this article to get there!

Now, take the elevator to the 4th floor, and when the door opens, you are already in an extraordinary space.

The 4th floor of "GOOD NATURE STATION" has the hotel lobby, a courtyard open to everyone, and a cafe/restaurant & bar [Hyssop]. Of course, [Hyssop] is also open to non-guests!

Now then, I would like to spend a special time in the courtyard, which is the main subject of this article! Even WebLeaf staff who have visited GOOD NATURE STATION several times have never relaxed in the courtyard....

At any rate, I'm not sure where to sit.

This is not only a free resting spot, but you can also order drinks from the drink menu at the adjacent cafe/restaurant & bar [Hyssop]!

Hyssop] offers a vegan menu, botanical drinks, and other meals that are kind to both body and soul. This time, we decided to try three dishes recommended for this season.

First is the seasonal strawberry menu. You can enjoy a plate of three different types of strawberries: Sagahonoka, Yumenoka, and Amaou (*The variety of strawberries used varies by day). The drink is a juice made by squeezing strawberries as they are. Soy milk cream was on top!

This heart shape is so cute, it's too good to eat.... I took a lot of pictures and then ate them with a crunch! Of course, there is no reason why fresh, sweet and sour strawberries can't be delicious. I recommend you to compare which kind you like best.

The strawberry juice was also very thick, with a nice texture of crushed strawberries, and was very satisfying to drink! I felt like I was really drinking the juice itself.

Next up is the standard popular herb and mint drink. This drink combines the essence of hyssop herbs and green citrus, which is also the origin of the restaurant's name. The herbs stuck in the pot are too novel and stylish!

Pour it into a cup and enjoy! This one was about 2 cups.

Since a lot of herbs and mint are used, I thought it would have more of a twang to it, but the citrus acidity makes it very easy to drink! I think this would be a favorite even for those who are a little uncomfortable with herbs and mint.

And then there are the sweets. This one is a homemade soy milk pudding topped with tapioca, aloe, imomochi, peanuts in syrup, and seasonal fruits such as strawberries.

The texture is elastic and enjoyable, and the gentle sweetness fills the mouth with delight. The tartness of the strawberries added to the sweetness made it the perfect snack. The petals on top are edible roses, so you can eat them, too!

There are also a variety of other herbal teas, teas, and fruit juices, as well as standard coffee and tea. In addition, [Hyssop] can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a bar, so be sure to stop by. *Meal menu is basically served indoors.

As we mentioned at the beginning, you can use this courtyard even if you do not order the menu described above, so please go there to enjoy the atmosphere and take a break!