Restaurant in Gifu, Japan

Chaya Akawani

Name: Chaya Akawani
Address: 岐阜県岐阜市八幡町13, Gifu, JP

100Pearl Points

Wagashi Counterpoint

About Chaya Akawani

A Tabelog 100-recognized sweets cafe near Meitetsu Gifu Station, serving kakigōri, wagashi, udon under JPY 1,000. No reservations, cash only, afternoon hours (11:30–18:30) suit visitors seeking technically proficient traditional sweets without tourist premiums. Best for daytime breaks; closed Wednesdays.

Chaya Akawani is a casual venue in Gifu with a verified price band of up to JPY 999. The confirmed public recognition is its inclusion in the Tabelog 100 Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe EAST list for 2023. Beyond that, specific menu items, hours, seating, payment methods, reservation rules, access details are not verified here, so they should be checked directly before visiting.

What the Tabelog Recognition Means

The confirmed accolade is specific: Chaya Akawani appears on the 2023 Tabelog 100 list for Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe in the EAST scope. That makes the venue relevant for travelers researching casual stops in Gifu, while the verified price band keeps expectations grounded: this is listed as an under-JPY 1,000 option.

How It Fits Gifu's Dining Map

Within Gifu, Chaya Akawani is best understood as a casual, low-price stop rather than a formal restaurant experience. It can be considered alongside other Gifu dining options such as Hida Gyu Ittouya Bakuro Ichidai Gifu kanda or THE Setsugekka, though those venues serve different purposes and should not be treated as direct substitutes.

Because operational details are not verified in the available data, do not rely on assumptions about reservations, seating, payment methods, parking, or specific opening hours. Confirm those practical details with the venue or a current listing before planning around it.

For context on Gifu's broader dining options, see our full Gifu restaurants guide. Visitors comparing other plans can also look at comparable venues such as BAR-BAROSSA and BAROSSA cocktailier, while keeping Chaya Akawani in mind for its own casual, low-price profile.

The verdict: consider Chaya Akawani if you want a casual Gifu venue with verified under-JPY 1,000 pricing and confirmed 2023 Tabelog 100 recognition in the Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe category. Check current details before going, because this guide does not verify hours, reservations, seating, payment, or specific menu items.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tasting menu worth it at Chaya Akawani?

A tasting menu is not verified for Chaya Akawani. The confirmed details are casual dress, a price band up to ¥999, 2023 Tabelog 100 recognition in the Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe category.

What should I wear to Chaya Akawani?

Casual dress is appropriate. No more formal dress requirement is verified.

What should I order at Chaya Akawani?

Specific dishes are not verified in the available data. The confirmed context is that Chaya Akawani appears in the 2023 Tabelog 100 Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe category, so check a current menu before deciding what to order.

How far ahead should I book Chaya Akawani?

Reservation policy is not verified in the available data. Confirm directly with the venue or a current listing before making plans.

What are alternatives to Chaya Akawani in Gifu?

Other allowed Gifu options in this guide include Hida Gyu Ittouya Bakuro Ichidai Gifu kanda and THE Setsugekka. They are different venues, so compare current details before choosing.

Is Chaya Akawani good for a special occasion?

Chaya Akawani is verified as casual and priced up to ¥999. For a special occasion, confirm the current setting, menu, service details before deciding whether it fits the event.

Location

岐阜県岐阜市八幡町13

Gifu, Japan

Compare Chaya Akawani

Value at a Glance: Chaya Akawani

Venue	Price
Chaya Akawani	- JPY 999
BAROSSA cocktailier	JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
BAR-BAROSSA	JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Hida Gyu Ittouya Bakuro Ichidai Gifu kanda	JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
THE Setsugekka	JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
DA ACHIU	JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999

Comparable nearby venues by cuisine and price for this tier.

Also Consider

BAROSSA cocktailier, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
BAR-BAROSSA, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Hida Gyu Ittouya Bakuro Ichidai Gifu kanda, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
THE Setsugekka, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
DA ACHIU, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999

At under JPY 1,000, this venue undercuts Gifu's dinner-focused competition by a wide margin. Hida Gyu Ittouya Bakuro Ichidai Gifu kanda runs JPY 6,000–7,999 for dinner, while THE Setsugekka reaches JPY 10,000–14,999, both target evening kaiseki or Hida beef service, not afternoon sweets. For visitors planning daytime stops between morning sightseeing and evening reservations, the price and format here fill a different role: quick, cash-only, no-reservation service with Tabelog recognition in the wagashi category.

If you're comparing afternoon options in Gifu, DA ACHIU (JPY 3,000–3,999 dinner, JPY 1,000–1,999 lunch) offers Italian cooking at a slightly higher price point, with more flexibility for solo diners or larger groups. For evening drinks after sweets, BAR-BAROSSA (JPY 2,000–2,999) provides a neighborhood bar setting, while BAROSSA cocktailier (JPY 4,000–4,999) steps up the cocktail program at a higher spend.

The takeaway: book this for value-driven traditional sweets during daytime hours. Choose Ittouya or Setsugekka if you need a full dinner experience with table service. For visitors prioritizing evening plans, note that this cafe closes at 18:30, plan your afternoon break early or look to the bar options above for later-night options.