Kagurazaka Kinozen Guide: Savoring Legendary “Awa Zenzai” & Matcha Sweets

A cube of rich green matcha bavarois served on a yellow square ceramic plate, accompanied by a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of sweet red bean paste, and a silver spoon.

Just up the slope from the Kagurazaka-shita intersection, you’ll find a building that exudes a traditional Japanese atmosphere. This is Kinozen, a legendary sweet parlor that is essential to the Kagurazaka experience. Passing under its noren curtain always brings a special sense of excitement.     I’m CityNomix. This October, I visited this beloved establishment Continue reading “Kagurazaka Kinozen Guide: Savoring Legendary “Awa Zenzai” & Matcha Sweets”