AMUCA

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A quiet neighborhood cafe with delicious donuts located near the accommodation. Entranced by the cute arch-shaped windows, I stepped in. A cafe that offers cute homemade donuts, as well as coffee, tea, and a few types of alcohol, with music from an LP player and a view of bicycles passing by the large window making me truly feel like I was in Japan. The place was popular for its homemade donuts, offering about six varieties along with set menus that included a drink or a parfait with a drink. Since I was in Japan, I decided to try the parfait. I ordered a set that came with a donut, a drink, and a mini parfait. I chose the orange walnut donut. The tanginess of the orange, the sweetness of the sugar glaze, and the richness of the walnuts embedded within blended beautifully. The parfait consisted of a brownie topped with vanilla ice cream, with the occasional tangy kick from freeze-dried strawberries inside. It’s surprising how delicious Japanese parfaits are! I thought I should eat as many parfaits as possible, only to shockingly find out that it was my last one. If you’re staying in the northern area near Kyoto Gyoen, this cafe is definitely worth a visit. It perfectly retains the unique sensibility of Kyoto's neighborhood cafes, making all your worries seem trivial for a while.