By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Department, compiled and reported
After visiting the gleaming Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), stop by Kinkaku Sofuto and try one of Japan’s currently popular high-end desserts made with genuine gold leaf. Just a 1-minute walk from the Kinkaku-ji entrance (behind the Kinkaku-ji parking lot), you can enjoy the world’s rare solid gold “gold leaf ice cream.” To let customers personally experience the delicate craftsmanship of gold leaf application, the shop demonstrates the process of placing gold leaf on the ice cream right in front of you. Priced at 950 yen (tax included) per serving, the gold leaf ice cream features a full, safely edible sheet of domestically produced Japanese gold leaf, and is available in three flavors: matcha, vanilla, and mixed.
The process of making gold leaf ice cream. (Photo provided by kinkakusoft.com, Kyoto City Taiwan Promotion Office)
With a daily limit of 100 servings and frequent features on Japanese TV programs, this popular spot attracts many visitors. It is recommended to go early in the day to avoid the crowds. Kinkaku Sofuto sells ice cream indoors, allowing for a comfortable treat in both hot summers and cold winters.
Ice cream adorned with a full sheet of gold leaf, glowing in golden hues. (Photo provided by kinkakusoft.com, Kyoto City Taiwan Promotion Office)
【Info】
Kinkaku Sofuto (そふと)
Address: 38-1, Kinugasa Nishigoshonouchi-cho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
Business Hours: Weekdays 11:00–17:00, Sat & Sun 11:00–17:30
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