Kakigori (shaved ice) in Yokohama City! 10 recommended places

Photograph:じゅんさいさい

This shop offers a wide range of kakigori (shaved ice), from classic flavors to more unusual ones. They serve kakigori all year round.

Inside, there are counter and table seats. The wooden interior adds warmth to the space.

Photograph:b10be0

The fruit based kakigori (shaved ice) that changes with the season is popular. In particular, many people ordered the menu items made with strawberries and mango.

The limited time offerings included not only fruit flavors but also ones themed around events in (Each) season.

Photograph:rina.278

The standard menu also includes Japanese style kakigori (shaved ice) made with matcha (green tea powder) and hojicha (roasted green tea). The photo shows the “Matcha Milk Dainagon (large sweet red beans).”

The ice itself is fluffy and high quality, and it apparently does not give you an ice cream headache. The deep matcha flavor is rounded out by the mild richness of milk, making it very tasty.

Photograph:邪悪ちきん。

This shop stands out for its cute looking kakigori (shaved ice). It is a 2-minute walk from Ishikawacho Station, with easy access to Yokohama's sightseeing spots.

The interior has a clean feel with white as the main color. There are 7 seats in total, with 5 counter seats and 2 table seats.

Photograph:snowchild0110

The menu explains the kakigori (shaved ice dessert) in detail. Some say the wide range of combinations builds excitement even before the first bite.

Of course there are fruit based options, but one of the highlights is how skillfully they use a wide variety of ingredients.

Photograph:sasaaaaaa666

"Hachimitsu Nuts ni Gorugonzora (Honey Nuts and Gorgonzola)" is said to be a dish with a strong cheesy flavor. It also contains rum raisins and strawberry syrup, and the unexpected combination is said to match perfectly.

The texture of the nuts also adds a nice accent.

Photograph:peach nkigw

A place where you can fully enjoy kakigori (shaved ice) made with unusual ingredient combinations. The owner is said to be a pro who eats as many as 300 bowls of kakigori a year.

Inside, the shop has a cute atmosphere done in pastel colors like pink and light blue. Some seats are even separated by lace curtains, creating a cozy feel.

Photograph:魚介だし

The kakigori (shaved ice) made with season limited ingredients is said to feel Special. The “White Tokibi” is a bowl based on corn and chocolate.

The salty taste of the corn and the chocolate create a sweet and salty flavor. It was said to be such an addictive kakigori that they could not stop eating it.

Photograph:pomupomubrin

This menu item uses avocado cream and miso cream. Many people said it had a rich flavor and tasted great.

It also had Earl Grey jelly and pepper crumble inside, which added a nice accent.

Photograph:hana-11

A cafe where you can enjoy Japanese style sweets and meals. They serve kakigori (shaved ice) all year round, no matter the season. It is a 5-minute walk from Yokohama Station.

The interior uses mainly dark tones, creating a calm atmosphere. There are 100 seats in total, so it can accommodate many guests.

Photograph:信パパ

This place offers a wide variety of Japanese sweets built around the theme of “a fusion of wa and yo (Japanese and Western styles).” Their “tennensui no kakigori (shaved ice made with natural water)” uses natural water from a kakogan chitai (granite region), an area where magma that cooled and solidified deep underground later rose and eroded, appearing at the surface.

Because they shave this high purity ice into ultra thin layers, it has a light, airy texture.

Photograph:ぽぽらぶ

The "Fukurofu Koshunen Omatcha (matcha green tea) & Hokkaido azuki (red beans) shaved ice" is a tasty menu item that pairs matcha and condensed milk. This Japanese style shaved ice also comes topped with plump Hokkaido azuki.

Some people also said it did not melt right away, so they could enjoy it as ice all the way to the end.

Photograph:ベトナムプリン

This shop lets you enjoy kakigori (shaved ice) with regularly changing menu options all year round. It is located in Yokohama Chukagai (Yokohama Chinatown), a sightseeing area lined with Chinese restaurants.

The simple and clean interior offers table seating. The small decorations and illustrations on the walls are said to be cute.

Photograph:りほぴちゃん

You can enjoy kakigori (shaved ice) made with seasonal fruits, as well as kakigori with a wide range of toppings.

The menu changes by season and even from week to week. The shop has many repeat customers, and many of them order a different menu item each time.

Photograph:魚介だし

This is the "Cut Strawberry" from a certain season. They serve it when strawberries are in season, and it is a limited-time menu item.

It comes topped with plenty of homemade strawberry syrup, making for an impressive look. It had a fruity flavor, with just the right balance of sweetness and tartness, and was said to be excellent.

Photograph:URI&MINTO

This kakigori (shaved ice) shop offers a wide range of original menu items. It is located a 3-minute walk from Shin-Yokohama Station.

Some of the table seats are set up with kotatsu (heated tables with a footwell heater). A kotatsu is a heating fixture that warms your legs when you put them underneath. They say you can fully enjoy cold kakigori in this comfortable space.

Photograph:tebiti-

This is the regular menu item “Earl Grey.” It features fluffy shaved ice topped with a black tea based syrup.

It has a grown-up flavor and is said to be reliably delicious. The fresh cream served on the side is sweet and goes very well with it.

Photograph:peach nkigw

The limited time menu items are also popular. The "Sakura Matcha Latte" is made with a base of matcha milk topped with sakura espuma. It is said to taste even better when enjoyed with the shiratama (glutinous rice dumplings) that come with it.

At the bottom is ume jelly, whose light tartness adds a nice accent.

Photograph:pureberry

A kakigori (shaved ice) food truck stands quietly in a residential area. It is open only for a limited season.

There are benches set up around the truck, so you can sit and enjoy your treat. It is the kind of place you can casually stop by and enjoy.

Photograph:コットンくんのオウム

The specialty umeboshi kakigori (pickled plum shaved ice) is a simple menu item topped with an umeboshi on the ice. It is said to be drizzled with plum syrup.

As you keep eating, the crunchy texture of granulated sugar starts to come through. It has sweetness within the tartness, and people say the balance is just right and very tasty.

Photograph:ポっぽ

This is the "Honkaku Ichigo Milk (Authentic Strawberry Milk)." It comes generously topped with strawberry sauce and is said to have a rich flavor. People rave that the strawberries taste fresh and light, making it outstanding.

The syrup is homemade, and its key appeal is the rich, luxurious fruit juice flavor you will not find elsewhere.

Photograph:★∑-Ｏ★

You can enjoy kakigori (shaved ice) made with ingredients from Yamanashi in Yokohama. The menu items made with citrus fruits are popular.

Inside, there are table seats lined up, along with counter seats by the window. It is said to have a stylish cafe-like space.

Photograph:ワイン飲み

"Himawari" is kakigori (shaved ice) finished with citrus syrup and yogurt syrup. The citrus used changes with the season.

It has the refreshing taste of citrus with a hint of its characteristic bitterness. The rare-cheesecake-style cream is said to be rich and tasty.

Photograph:魚介だし

A limited time shaved ice made with Akebono Daizu (Akebono soybeans), a specialty product of Minobu, Yamanashi Prefecture. They are about twice the size of regular soybeans and are known for their strong sweetness.

This is a prized ingredient that can only be harvested for a few weeks depending on the season. They turned edamame into the ice and syrup and even topped it with whole beans, making it a luxurious dish.

Photograph:yossy1

This kakigori (shaved ice) shop has been loved in Yokohama for more than 98 years. They are said to be particular about using high quality ice in what they serve.

Outside the shop, there are table seats and benches lined up, and the setup has the easygoing feel of a street stall, with a look that somehow catches your eye.

Photograph:大ちゃん2022

At this shop that sells ice, you can enjoy kakigori (shaved ice) made with pure ice. They also offer many kinds of syrup, and the colorful presentation looks great.

They also sell drinks, and some people order one together with their kakigori.

Photograph:Haya2896

The colorful and fun-looking "Rainbow" is said to be a popular menu item with both kids and adults.

It is topped with more than five kinds of syrup, giving it a nice value feel since you can enjoy a range of flavors all at once. Some also say there is plenty of syrup, so it stays tasty all the way to the last bite.

Photograph:taku_1204

This shop serves kakigori (shaved ice) made with Okinawan ingredients and local specialties. It has a reputation for offering Japanese style kakigori that feels almost like wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets).

It is a small space with 3 counter seats. The blue walls give it a cool, refreshing feel and create an Okinawan atmosphere.

Photograph:しほのめし

The house specialty is shaved ice made with zenzai (sweetened red beans), a dessert loved in Okinawa. Zenzai is made by simmering azuki beans in sugar until sweet and tender. They visited famous shops in Okinawa many times and were taught the recipe.

The slowly simmered kintoki-mame (scarlet runner beans) are soaked through with syrup all the way to the center, and their plump, chewy texture is excellent.

Photograph:im3yo

"Noko Pistachio (Salt)" is also one of the popular menu items. It uses seawater salt from Chatan (a town in Okinawa Prefecture). Rich in minerals, it has a mild salty taste.

It is topped with white cheddar, which is said to pair perfectly with the original pistachio sauce.