Kamakura to Hayama: Refreshing Matcha Desserts
August 2023 Seasonal up date : 2
To beat the summer heat, refreshing and cold matcha sweets are just what you need. This time, we have carefully selected highly-rated matcha cold desserts from popular stores scattered around Kamakura, as well as famous shaved ice shops in the Hayama area, frequented by connoisseurs.
These various matcha sweets are perfect for taking a moment to relax even in the midst of the heat. For popular stores with long lines, we aim to visit during relatively less crowded times, even if they are far from the station.
On a hot summer day, enjoy the refreshing aroma and bitterness of matcha cold desserts to refresh yourself.
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Hinode-en/ Uji Kintoki Milk 825 yen
Hayama, Nagae
Hinode-en’s shaved ice features fluffy, snow-like ice that gently melts in your mouth, releasing the refreshing, fragrant flavor of high-quality matcha. Despite being a gourmet shaved ice, it is reasonably priced. Is this even possible?
First, you are captivated by its appearance. It comes with condensed milk and fragrant tea on the side, just as you would expect from a tea shop.
Then, when you take a bite, the deep aroma of matcha fills your mouth. The ice itself is infused with matcha flavor, and the change in taste when you reach the sweet red bean paste is just as delightful as expected. This exquisite dessert is available only during the summer season.
Address
1413-212 Nagae, Hayama-machi, Miura-gun, Kanagawa 240-0113
Phone
046-875-5134
Business Hours
10:00~18:00 (Closed on Wednesdays)
Parking
2 spots nearby, 2 spots a bit further away.
*Shaved ice is available only during the summer season.
Hinode-en Cafe (Hayama Station Store)
Freshly Roasted Hojicha Soft Serve / Uji Matcha Soft Serve – 331 yen each
葉山・長柄
Let me introduce “Hinode-en Cafe” inside Hayama Station. In addition to cafe menu items like matcha lattes, they also serve matcha and hojicha soft serve ice cream. The matcha soft serve offers a rich aroma and creamy texture, while the hojicha soft serve combines a toasty flavor with sweetness, creating a delicious harmony.
Hayama Station is located near the entrance to the Zouya Shin-do, making it a convenient stop for locals and travelers heading towards Tokyo and other areas. It’s not just a cafe frequented by locals, but also houses a local supermarket “Suzukiya,” a vegetable market, and the popular local butcher shop “Asahiya Gyutan-ten,” making it convenient for shopping.
Take a moment to relax and enjoy a soft serve ice cream. It’s a spot where you can casually savor the delightful taste of Japanese tea soft serves.
Closed on Wednesdays, open from 11:00 onwards.
Just hearing the name Kirihara in Hayama conjures up a refreshing landscape. This shop, which utilizes natural ice born from the blessed natural environment of sunlight, offers exquisite shaved ice and opens around Golden Week every year, drawing many shaved ice enthusiasts.
The natural ice, condensed with the blessings of sunlight, melts instantly on the tongue and feels cooler than regular shaved ice, avoiding that chilling sensation, making it easier to melt. Enjoy the delicate sweetness wrapped in a feathery-like ice.
The flavors and toppings that change with the seasons add a playful touch and evoke the feeling of summer with every bite. It’s shaved ice that allows you to fully enjoy the luxury and charm of premium ice.
Address:
〒240-0111 Kanagawa, Miura District, Hayama, Isshiki 653
Phone:
090-6305-8980
Business Hours:
11:00 - 16:00 (Last Order)
Parking:
Available
Adjacent to the historic Hayama bakery "bledore".
Kirara / Uji Shiratama Cream Anmitsu – 1000 yen
Kamakura, Onari-machi
Kamakura, Onari-machi: Cloud Mica (Kirara), a teahouse known for its line-up, offers a specialty dessert called “Shiratama Anmitsu.” It’s a popular sweet in Kamakura.
This time, we’ll try their most popular item on the menu, the “Uji Shiratama Cream Anmitsu.” The freshly made large shiratama rice cakes are so big that swallowing them in one bite could be risky. They’re warm, chewy, and tastier than any shiratama I’ve ever had!
It’s served with matcha syrup and sweet red bean paste. They also include kombu tea and pickles, with hojicha served to add variety to the flavors. Cloud Mica is incredibly popular among international tourists, and the staff provides detailed explanations of the menu in English, even offering assistance using smartphones.
Experience the elegance of Cloud Mica’s refined shiratama anmitsu amidst the traditional atmosphere of Kamakura’s Onari-machi. Be sure to try it, even if you have to wait in line.
Address:
〒248-0012 Kanagawa, Kamakura, Onari-machi 16-7
Phone:
046-724-9741
Business Hours:
11:00 - 18:00
Momiji Chaya/ Matcha Tiramisu – 814 yen
Kamakura, Onari-machi (There is also a store on Komachi Street)
Momiji Chaya is conveniently located on Onari Street, just a short walk from Kamakura Station. They also have a store on Komachi Street. You can enjoy their rich Matcha Tiramisu, generously filled with Kyoto Morihan’s intense matcha flavor. As soon as it touches your tongue, you’ll feel its smooth texture and luxurious matcha taste that melts in your mouth. The shape it takes in the “masu” (wooden box) adds a unique touch typical of Japanese sweets.
Their Hojicha Tiramisu is also popular, making it a cozy spot for dates, family outings, or simply relaxing alone.
Address:
1F, Maison Kamakura, 10-2 Onari-machi, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa 248-0012
Phone:
0467-60-4316
Business Hours:
Open from 10:00 / Close at 20:00 (Last Order: 19:00)
*Hours may vary depending on the season.
Irregular holidays
KAMAKURA is a treasure trove of cool matcha sweets that are perfect for the end of summer. Its rich and refreshing matcha flavor harmonizes perfectly with its cool texture, creating moments where you can forget the heat. In Kamakura’s streets steeped in history and tradition, experience a refreshing moment while savoring the lingering taste of summer with matcha.
For casual dessert hopping, also check out “8 MATCHA SOFT SERVE, AND ICE CREAM SPOTS IN KAMAKURA“.
