Mash Kyoto

Hana no Iroha is filled with purple sweet potato paste and decorated with a violet flower. Some customers chose it for its striking appearance, then remembered the contrast between the chewy white bread and the rich filling. For sweet breads, it can be fun to use the names of characters from The Tale of Genji as a guide. Fujitsubo is a sweet bean bun flavoured with matcha and gyokuro powder. One customer who bought it alongside a sakura anpan and a chestnut Danish said all three had a gentle sweetness that let the main ingredients’ aromas come through.

Choose by name, or by filling. Customers have also mentioned Kyoto-inspired ingredients, including the lemon cream in Reizei, bread made with Kujo spring onions, and sakura anpan filled with shiratama rice dumplings. One spring-onion fan said they had visited specifically for the Kujo spring onion bread. It offers a savoury alternative to the sweet options.

Among the savoury breads, customers who buy the baguette and boule have praised their large interior air pockets and crust. They are worth considering for a simple loaf or something to take home for breakfast the next morning. The croissant has also drawn comments on its size and light, flaky layers, making it another option alongside the sweet and savoury breads.

Mash Kyoto is a takeaway bakery open from 8:00, making it a handy stop for breakfast or something to enjoy while exploring the city. Some customers have found their chosen breads sold out by early afternoon, so it is worth going earlier if there is something specific you want to try. The bakery is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.