Cafe SAGAN is more than a cute little coffee house in Kyoto, it’s a full on authentic Japanese eatery with a Western touch!
Cafe SAGAN is a small cafe in Kyoto’s Higashiyama ward, not too far from Gion and the Kamo River. Quite popular among foreign tourists and local residents alike, it has a reputation for its high-quality affordable menu spanning breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert options, as well as the full spectrum of cafe drinks.
Simple, Fresh Ingredients
Incredibly appetizing washoku (Japanese cuisine) set meals are what cafe SAGAN is all about. Sourcing their seasonal ingredients from the freshest sources in Kyoto, such as the Nishiki Market, their dishes include nourishing steamed rice, pickled vegetables, and tamago egg omelets with the perfect texture.
Great Western Options
A standard egg on toast dish becomes an exotic gourmet experience when the eggs come out looking like a work of art!
These egg yolks are a deep orange color and their texture has been perfected as to not leak out but yet maintain their runny liquid properties.
Japanese cuisine, unlike the heavy flavors of Korean cuisine, places more focus on the quality and freshness of ingredients and the preparation process rather than using excessive spices and sauces.
Delicious Japanese Desserts!
Saving my favorite dish for last, cafe SAGAN truly captured my heart with their matcha parfait dessert.
Using premium matcha ice cream sourced from Uji, Kyoto’s green tea capital, and combining it with the nutty taste of azuki beans, the sweetness of sponge cake, and the crunch of corn flakes, it’s an ecstatic combination of flavors and textures.
So, the next time you’re wandering the streets of Kyoto looking for an authentic experience and a satisfying feed, try cafe SAGAN!
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