Kyoto, Japan｜Cafe OPAL

Found this place by chance walking back from the temples. The owners are so amazing and this place is one of a kind. Sugsr syrup is homemade and it made for the best latte I've ever had. Must come here if you're in town!

The sweetest place!! Absolutely beautiful and well thought out.

Best little cafe! Coffee is delicious and the atmosphere is comforting, relaxed and effortlessly cool. Quality of coffee: Each coffee is made to order - with the beans roasted only when ordered. The owners love their coffee. This is not Starbucks. Found this gem in a rainy winter's day. Quiet street, down a green leafy lane, with a heater and hot kettle at the entry to invite you as the owners greet you from the kitchen. The owner and staff are kind and warm. Good energy. I had a hot cheese and ham toastie with mustard, roasted black coffee - hand poured. The coffee (with beans roasted per order) was incredibly rich and flavourful. Price comparable with the bigger chains, but coffee was much better. Hot ham and cheese toastie hit the spot - delicious. Loved the interior - extensive music collection, cosy, clean decor. Full of character but not stuffy. Classical music plays on the speakers. Manga, books and art on the shelves. It has a cool Kissaten style that reminds me of 50's Paris and 60's New York. Velvet, wallpaper, rich jewel colours, little sitting nooks that beckon. It was hard for me to choose a spot to sit down because they all look so comfy and welcoming! Whether you're solo or in a group, this is a haven to rest. Read, write, chat. Books, music, coffee and vibe. Artistic nature all around. Each menu has individual paper-cut art cover! So much care and love has gone into this place. Cafe Opal was established in 1998, and the house is 100 years old. I especially love that this is owner-operated and not part of a big chain/ franchise. Owners are the best. In speaking to them, they said they made this place for people to be creative. Please find this treasure, support the locally owned business, and enjoy the charm of Cafe Opal.