Shinjuku City · Tokyo
Kinozen
- Dessert cafe
- Couple
- Matcha
- Near station
- Quiet
Known for
Matcha
Place
Kinozen
紀の善
Shinjuku City · Tokyo
東京都新宿区神楽坂2-12 さわやビル1F/B1F
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Kinozen, a Kagurazaka wagashi shop with a 160-year history, reopened on July 18, 2025, after closing in 2022. Two hundred people lined up before opening on its first day, welcoming back its signature matcha bavarois and classic cream anmitsu.
- Location
- Shinjuku City · Tokyo
- Neighborhood
- Shinjuku City
- Specialty
- Matcha
- Mood
- Dessert discovery · Calm · Relaxing
東京新宿区
新宿区
What makes it special
- Bakery
- Flavors of a long-established shop
- The excitement of its reopening
Signature items
- Matcha bavarois¥1,000
抹茶ババロア
- Cream anmitsu with two extra shiratama¥1,100
クリームあんみつ 白玉2個増し
Atmosphere
Community
Quiet
Is it quiet enough for a calm visit?
Story
Kinozen, a Kagurazaka institution with a 160-year history, closed on September 30, 2022, as its owner grew older and no successor was in place. It returned on July 18, 2025. Although a new company now runs the shop, its former proprietress oversees the revival alongside an artisan who made its sweet bean paste for more than 25 years. Together, they have recreated the old Kinozen, bringing back its matcha bavarois and cream anmitsu.
History
This shop with a 160-year history closed on September 30, 2022, and reopened on July 18, 2025. Its sweet bean paste uses exactly the same ingredients and methods as the previous generation.
How to visit
Matcha bavarois reportedly sold out around 11:30 on reopening day, so arrive early if you want it. Weekends may be very competitive.
Hours
- Hours: From 11:00 (closes when stock runs out)
- Closed: Mondays (tentative)
Access
- Nearest station: Iidabashi Station (飯田橋駅), a 3-minute walk
From YOPi東京グルメ's video · Jul 2025. Hours and prices may have changed, so check before you go. ·
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