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Best Vegan Coffee in Kyoto (2026)

29 places ranked by how good the vegan version of their coffee tastes, going by Google Maps and HappyCow reviews. hakuzu coffee stand takes the #1 spot. 6 places on the list aren't very vegan-friendly overall (grade D or E): reviewers rate the vegan coffee there, but ask for the vegan version when you order.

Effect coffee, cafe in Kyoto #4 for coffee
★ 4.5
Cafe, Fully Vegan, Coffee & Sweets

“Choose coffee by caffeine strength level to find your perfect balance”

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Alt, cafe in Kyoto #5 for coffee

Alt

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★ 4.2 B
Cafe, Vegan Menu, Specialty Coffee

“Enjoy the specialty pour-over coffee and coffee tasting sets for a quality experience.”

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HOO Kyoto, cafe in Kyoto #6 for coffee
★ 4.5 D
Coffee Shop, Plant Milk

“Enjoy plant milk options like oat and soy for your matcha latte or hot chocolate”

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SUNNY GEORGE, cafe in Kyoto #13 for coffee
★ 4.7
Craft Coffee, Fully Vegan Pastries

“Try the cinnamon rolls, praised for being fluffy and delicious.”

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COYOTE, cafe in Kyoto #17 for coffee

COYOTE

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★ 4.7 A
Cafe, Vegan Egg Toast, Banana Bread

“Try the vegan egg toast, highly praised for its texture and flavor”

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Common Well, cafe in Kyoto #19 for coffee
★ 4.1 B
Vegan Burger, Avocado Toast, Vegan Menu

“Enjoy soy flat whites and matcha lattes, often noted as top coffee in Kyoto”

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Pine Book, cafe in Kyoto #20 for coffee
★ 4.5 B
Coffee, Plant Milk, Breakfast Toasts

“Oat and soy milk are available for coffee and tea drinks”

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Heroes Coffee, cafe in Kyoto #23 for coffee
★ 4.4 D
Coffee Shop, Plant Milk, Vegan Pastry

“Ask the owner for detailed advice on coffee bean characteristics”

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Sentido, cafe in Kyoto #24 for coffee

Sentido

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★ 4.2 A
Coffee, Vegan Sweets, Plant Milk

“Ask for oat milk with your coffee drinks for a vegan-friendly option”

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Cafe Phalam, cafe in Kyoto #27 for coffee
★ 4.9 A
Japanese Fusion, Vegan Menu

“Try the vegan Buddha bowl and carrot cake, frequently praised by guests.”

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Questions about vegan coffee in Kyoto

Where can I find the best vegan coffee in Kyoto?

hakuzu coffee stand tops our ranking for the best vegan coffee in Kyoto. We ranked 29 places in Kyoto by how good Google Maps and HappyCow reviewers say the vegan version of their coffee tastes.

How many restaurants serve vegan coffee in Kyoto?

This list has 29 places in Kyoto that serve vegan coffee. Their average Spinach rating is 4.4 out of 5.0.

Are there fully vegan coffee spots in Kyoto?

Yes. 3 of the 29 places on this list are fully vegan.

Why is a place with a low vegan grade on this list?

The rank is about the dish, not the venue. A place can make some of the best vegan coffee in Kyoto and still have few other vegan options, unclear labels or staff who don't know the menu well. That is what the A–E Vegan Friendliness grade on each card measures. 6 of the 29 places here are graded D or E. There, ask for the vegan version when you order.

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