Toraya Karyo Akasaka: 500 Years of Wagashi Tradition – Always a Queue

Imperial wagashi heritage since Muromachi period. Reservations fill up fast

Toraya, a wagashi shop founded in the Muromachi period that served the Imperial Court in Kyoto, operates this flagship café in Akasaka. The experience of savoring elegant yokan, kinton, and seasonal nerikiri alongside matcha tea captivates sweet lovers from around the world. Particularly popular among international visitors as an authentic Japanese wagashi experience, reservations are often difficult to secure. Located in the prestigious Akasaka neighborhood at 4-9-22 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo.