Hareto-Keto Raw Chocolate & Detox Cafe — Restaurant in Hikone

This charming machiya townhouse café exceeded all expectations. The vegan karaage with rice was phenomenal - crispy outside, tender inside, and perfectly seasoned. I paired it with their sake tasting set and raw chocolate, which was an unexpectedly delicious combination.

What makes Hareto-Keto special is their commitment to local ingredients and honest preparation. The raw chocolate (their specialty) has incredible depth without being overly sweet.

The preserved traditional architecture creates a peaceful atmosphere that feels quintessentially Japanese. Perfect respite after castle exploring, with food that's both nourishing and indulgent. A...

I am from the United States, however, the owner of the cafe provided smoothies and chocolates during a Kyoto Yoga Teacher Training Retreat that I attended a few months ago. Each day we had a completely different flavor of a beautifully delicious smoothie that was made from fruits or vegetables! Her creativity and passion for good tasting, healthy food is obvious when you talk to her about her food and the quality ingredients she uses! While I did not visit her cafe, I intend to next time I am in Japan. I would highly recommend visiting her to try her chocolates as well! Her chocolates have the cutest shapes and are made with nutritious...

As I am not a vegan, I was rather skeptical initially but I was blown away by their Acai bowl. It was not only visually pleasing, the taste was amazing. It was served cold. You have to try their chocolate cake as is hand made and not found elsewhere. The taste is just unique. The owner is a very friendly lady but the shop is tucked away from the bustling street so you may think you are in the wrong direction. It is rather hidden but if you are a vegan, you will love it, even if you are not, you will find the...