Gion Kyokurara Gion 祇園 京くらら 祇園店
- Area
- Kyoto
- Access and surrounding information
- Access and surrounding information
Delight in Traditional "Kyoto Namafu" Sweets
A takeout specialty shop for Kyoto-style "nama-fu (a traditional Japanese food made from wheat gluten)" located about a seven-minute walk from Keihan Electric Railway Gion-Shijo Station. Creative nama-fu sweets present a new interpretation of the traditional wheat-gluten delicacy, ranging from classic varieties with dengaku miso, chunky red bean paste, and smooth red bean paste to distinctive options such as "Bacon Roll," "Fried Bubu Arare," and "Shibazuke Pickles." The signature chewy texture reflects a longstanding Kyoto culinary tradition, while the charming presentation attracts attention in photos. The menu also includes fried chicken, gelato, and "Aburi-fu" grilled with a house miso glaze, along with beverages such as amazake, ramune, and Kyoto beer. Located near Yasaka Shrine, the shop is ideal for casual food walks during sightseeing and for takeaway souvenirs.
A Fun Treat for School Trips and Sightseeing Strolls
The shop is located in front of "Yasaka Shrine" in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, and the "namafu" sweets are a convenient way to enjoy Kyoto's specialties. They are colorful and cute, making them perfect for taking photos while eating and walking around during your sightseeing trip, and are recommended for creating memories of your trip. If you visit Kyoto, be sure to stop by.
A Colourful Assortment of Cute Toppings for "Kyoto Namafu"
The original sweets of "Kyoto Namafu" have a diverse lineup of red bean paste flavors such as purple sweet potato, black sesame, strawberry, ramune, peach, cherry blossom bean paste, hojicha (roasted green tea), matcha, baked sweet potato, and yuzu. Other flavors include "Age Bubu Arare (crispy rice crackers)" and "Bacon Maki Roll" which are so gorgeous you'll want to take a photo. Enjoy them in your favorite combinations.
