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Vegan and Vegetarian Souvenirs from Kyoto - Matcha Green Tea (vol.1)

  • 執筆者の写真: 久田 愛理
    久田 愛理
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For tourists from overseas, selecting souvenirs is one of the most enjoyable parts of the trip.

Kyoto is especially famous for its matcha ( Japanese green powdered tea)!

However, for vegans and vegetarians, checking ingredients can be a surprisingly difficult task.


To help you out, Ajiwau Kyoto, a media outlet that introduces vegan and vegetarian food and souvenirs in Kyoto, has selected “Vegan and Vegetarian-friendly Matcha Souvenirs in Kyoto”.


These are all perfect for you matcha lovers, from traditional sweets to new ones.




1. 【Vegan】No.1 Famous Souvenir of Kyoto! Nama-yatsuhashi (Raw yatsuhashi with sweet bean paste) Green tea


Nama-yatsuhashi is a classic Kyoto souvenir with its sticky texture and gentle sweetness. Each package contains 5 pieces of an-nama yatsuhashi.

Honke Nishio's matcha green tea flavor is vegan friendly without animal products. The unique soft rice flour-based crust has a simple and safe flavor. The matcha flavor is gentle and soft, and does not interfere with the original goodness of the yatsuhashi.






📍Available Location

Main Store、Gion Store、Souvenir Highway JR Kyoto Station Central Exit、etc





2. 【Vegan】Enjoy plenty of matcha green tea: Uji green tea strawb cake “Sa Warabi"


A melt-in-your-mouth warabi rice cake with matcha syrup and matcha kinako (powdered green tea kinako). Ito Kuemon's “Sa Warabi” is not only free of animal ingredients, but also free of coloring agents.

The matcha kinako (matcha kinako) has a slightly bitter taste unique to real matcha and is perfectly balanced with the refined sweetness of the matcha syrup. The use of two types of carefully selected matcha green teas accentuates the deep matcha flavor. The refined and beautifully packaged box (4 pieces) makes it an ideal gift for your special someone.








📍Available Location

Uji head shop、Gion Shijo Sabo、Souvenir Highway JR Kyoto Station Central Exit、etc





3. 【Vegan】Matcha Kuro-mame Shibori, using large black beans, in a small box


When you open the package with a Japanese-style design, you will see a gem produced by Kitao, a long-established shop in Kyoto.

The rare “new Tamba black” from the Tamba region of Kyoto is lavishly used, and the rich sweetness of the black beans will fill your mouth with a full-bodied flavor. The deep flavor of the matcha itself can also be fully appreciated.







📍Available Location

Souvenir Highway JR Kyoto Station Central Exit、etc





4. 【Vegan】Heart-shaped Good Luck Souvenirs: Souen Mochi


Kyo-Adsuki’s Souen-mochi is shaped like a heart, which is derived from the shape of the Futaba hollyhock associated with Shimogamo in Kyoto.This is an auspicious confectionary that has long been considered a symbol of good fortune.

Matcha flavor wafts through the air even before you eat it. You can enjoy the original and simple taste of Uji matcha green tea.







📍Available Location

Shimogamo, Souvenir Highway JR Kyoto Station Central Exit、etc





5. 【Vegan】A little fashionable for your dishes - Matcha Salt


A special accent that adds a gentle and elegant matcha flavor. The bright green color of matcha salt is eye-catching, and its elegant aroma spreads softly. It adds more depth and richness to the flavor than ordinary salt.

It adds a delicate sweet accent to simple rice balls and tofu. Pour it over pasta for a Japanese taste. This item is easy to use as a substitute for regular salt.






📍Available Location

Souvenir Highway JR Kyoto Station Central Exit、etc





In Closing: Find a Souvenir That Matches Your Lifestyle


From chewy confections to elegant sweets, there’s a surprisingly wide range of vegan and vegetarian-friendly matcha souvenirs available in Kyoto. By choosing products that suit your dietary needs, you can enjoy the local flavor without compromise.

Matcha” has a variety of flavors. Please feel free to enjoy your favorite Kyoto flavor of “matcha”.

At Ajiwau Kyoto, we’ll continue to share delicious and mindful options for your journey. Stay tuned for more!


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Notes

  • In this article, items labeled as "Vegan" are those that use plant-based ingredients and do not contain animal-derived products among their main ingredients.

  • Please note that the manufacturing facilities and stores may also handle products that contain animal-derived ingredients.

  • This article is not intended to guarantee allergen-free products. We recommend checking the official websites or product labels before purchasing.


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