Starbucks Coffee - Kyoto Uji Byodo-in Omotesando — Restaurant in Uji

Starbucks Coffee Kyoto Uji Byodo-In Omotesando is a distinctive café located near the entrance of the World Heritage Site, Byodo-in Temple, in Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture. The establishment harmoniously blends modern design with traditional Japanese aesthetics, featuring a modest exterior that complements the surrounding historical landscape. Inside, patrons can enjoy a serene atmosphere, especially in the rear section of the store, which opens to a beautiful Japanese garden. This setting provides a tranquil space to relax while appreciating the view.

Visitors have praised the café for its peaceful ambiance and unique design, which resembles a greenhouse. The warm and relaxing environment is particularly appreciated during rainy days or early mornings. The French-press coffee options are also highlighted, offering a variety of single-origin coffees to choose from.

The café's proximity to major temples like Byodo-in makes it a convenient spot for visitors. Some guests have noted that the menu items can be sweeter compared to other Starbucks locations, and paper straws are used. Despite these minor points, many find the experience worthwhile due to the scenic garden views, matcha tea latte, Uji matcha cheesecake, quick service, and seasonal drinks like the Mango Passion Tea Frappuccino.

Overall, Starbucks Coffee Kyoto Uji Byodo-In Omotesando offers a unique and memorable experience, combining the familiarity of the Starbucks brand with the rich cultural...

If I could give it 0 stars, I would. We came in with our baby and ordered food and coffee. After we had sat down with our order to eat and drink, I pulled out some food for my 12 month old to have as he was hungry. A lady, presumably the manager, then came up to us and told us we weren't allowed to feed our baby as "no outside food is allowed". Normally I would be fine with this but clearly Starbucks do not carry a line of baby food and we bought food ans drink for ourselves (so obviously we wouldn't be the ones eating my child's food...). We were forced to leave because my child was hungry. Utterly disgraceful. How can you have a policy where you refuse to accommodate babies?! Starbucks doesn't cater for babies! It was only when I said I would be complaining that they said they would make an exception. No thanks.

Also the coffee was disgusting and the food was inedible. Good...

Nice spot for a break, but bring a charged phone!

We visited Starbucks Coffee - Kyoto Uji Byodo-in Omotesando after desperately looking up “Starbucks near the Nintendo Museum” on a super hot day. It was so brutally hot we needed somewhere anywhere with cold drinks and AC before we passed out from heat exhaustion.

This Starbucks was about 14 minutes away, so we grabbed a taxi there (and back). It’s tucked away in the back of the Byodo-in Omotesando area, a really nice location with a relaxing vibe.

However, seating was pretty limited when we went, and there were no power outlets to charge our phones, which was a bit of a bummer given how much we rely on Google Maps to get around. Overall, it was a good place to cool down and recharge ourselves, just not...