ITADAKI NARA
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KAKIGORI SHAVED ICE
NANAIRO FRUITS
DESCRIPTION:
The basic concept of Nanairo Fruits is to provide delicious treats made from the freshest, juiciest fruits possible. All orders are prepared upon order, presented in the most stylish way possible and all in a trendy cafe setting that is airy, bright and relaxing.
MENU
Nanairo Fruits' menu is centered around fruit-based treats, namely crepes, fruit sandwiches, panna cotta, pudding à la mode, fruit juices and kakigori in the summer months. Changing in tandem with the seasons, you can even enjoy hot juices in the winter. Their winter-exclusive 'Ichigo no Nanairo Fruits' features strawberry juice made with almost an entire pack of Nara's premium strawberries.
ACCESS:
Located right between Mochidono-dori Shopping Arcade and Sarusawa Pond, just a 2 minute walk from our facility.
Strawberry
Shaved Ice
¥1,390
Experience the freshness of every season
DESCRIPTION:
Kasuga -an is famous for its "Satsuma-yaki," a delightful sweet shaped like a sweet potato, featuring smooth red bean paste from Hokkaido azuki beans, wrapped in flour and egg dough. It has been a celebrated treat since its inception in 1898. On the 2nd floor of their shop they have a tea house where you can also enjoy delicious kakigori and views of UNESCO World Heritage site Gango-ji Temple.
MENU DETAILS:
You can enjoy transitional Japanese desserts, parfaits and a selection of expertly prepared kakigori, including limited edition recipes such as Corn and Japanese Apricot & Black Tea
ACCESS:
Located inside Naramachi directly behind Gango-ji Temple, just a few minutes walk from our facility.
Address: 29 Nakanoshinyacho, Nara, 630-8333
Tel: 0742-22-6483
Hours: 11:00～18:00（LO17:00）
Closed: Thursday and 6 every 2nd & 4th Wednesday
KASUGA-AN
Where tradition, modernity and craftsmanship meet
Yamato Matcha
Shiratama Azuki
¥950
DESCRIPTION:
Shonzui is an establishment that takes its kakigori very seriously. The shop is of a sleek, minimalist design and at the rear is a bar which opens in the evening and specializes in local Japanese sake. The owner, who is a tea ceremony enthusiast, named the shop after their favorite type of porcelain tea ware, the "Shonzui" blue-and-white porcelain. Kakigori served on these antique plates adds a touch of elegance to the sleek surroundings.
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The owner' s history in the food industry comes to the fore in her ability to mix the ideal ingredients to create kakigori that are as unique as they are delicious. If you're really hungry, check out their "Kids-lunch for Grownups" hybrid lunch set. This plate offers fried shrimp, hamburger steak, and omelet rice - favorites among Japanese children and creatively reimagined for adults.
ACCESS:
Located in Naramachi, just a 3 minute walk from our facility.
Matcha Milk
Azuki Beans
¥1,200
Address: 28-6 Nishiterabayashichō, Nara, 630-8372, Japan
Hours:
Cafe: 11:30 - 16:00
Bar: 17:00 - 22:00
Open on National Holidays
Closed: Wednesday
SHONZUI
A stylish cafe for kakigori, lunch and local sake
Jelly & Honey
Lemon
¥1,000
DESCRIPTION:
This Taiwanese dessert cafe is located inside Naramachi within sight of Sarusawa Pond. You can enjoy healthy and body-friendly desserts like soy milk-based douhua and oolong tea. The building is recently renovated and very stylish.
MENU DETAILS:
We sampled 3 types of kakigori here and each was delicious. Of course, kakigori is a dessert, but Sarusawa Douhua's creations are of a different kind. They are extremely refreshing and have a delicate herbal and floral essence to them.
ACCESS:
Just a minute's walk from our facility.
*Sarusawa Douha's kakigori menu is available between May and October only.
Address: 10-1 Imamikadocho, Nara, 630-8374
Tel: 0742-27-1173
Hours:
Dec-March: 11:00 - 17:30 (L.O. 17:00)
April-Nov: 11:00 - 18:00 (L.O. 17:30)
Closed: Thursday & Irregular
*No admittance for children under 6
SARUSAWA DOUHUA
Taiwanese-style kakigori in a stylish reformed townhouse
DESCRIPTION:
cocoai is a charming cafe and sweets shop set in a restored kominka. Guests can choose from several unique seating options: inside the cozy house, out on the terrace, in the garden, or even inside a whimsical treehouse. Surrounded by peaceful countryside, cocoai offers a tranquil escape from daily life with a focus on gentle, health-conscious sweets and drinks crafted from carefully selected ingredients. Advance reservations are recommended for the best experience.
MENU DETAILS:
cocoai is famous for its seasonal kakigori, (May 15th to September 23rd) with 2 signature flavors are always available:
Caramel Milk Tea Kakigori: Made with Yamato Kogen’s Japanese black tea, caramelized pear & tea jelly. Strawberry Milk Kakigori: Features rich strawberry syrup, milk syrup, yogurt sauce, and plenty of strawberry pieces for a refreshing, layered taste. A third rotating weekly flavor, which changes every 2 weeks, ensures there’s always something new to try.
ACCESS:
Located in the tranquil highlands of Tenri City, 30 minutes by car from Nara City.
Strawberry Milk
Kakigori
¥1,200
Address: 8558 Fukusumicho, Tenri, Nara 632-0122
Tel: 0743-25-8280
Hours: 10:00 - 16:00
Closed: Wednesday
cocoai
A nature-inspired countryside sweet-tooth retreat
DESCRIPTION:
Gojo City’s Goman-nin no Mori Park is known for its walking trails, scenic viewpoints, and family-friendly amenities including a café, a local produce market and a camping area. Horiuchi Fruit Farm, famous for their fruit parlors in Osaka and Tokyo, brings their expertise in fresh, local fruit to the menu, making this spot a must-visit for fruit lovers.
MENU DETAILS:
GoGo Cafe offers a menu filled with seasonal local produce, featuring creative fruit desserts. Savory and sweet German-style pancakes, seasonal vegetable curry, pasta, and a variety of light meals and sweets are also available. The drink selection includes specialty coffees, fruit smoothies, and seasonal fruit drinks, with options for takeout, picnic, and BBQ sets to enjoy in the park.
ACCESS:
10 minutes by car from Gojo IC on the Keinawa Expressway and 20 minutes walk from JR Gojo Station.
Address: 930-1 Kitayamacho, Gojo, Nara 637-0091
Tel: 0747-22-5600
Hours: 9:00～17:0
Closed: Wednesday & irregular
