Chaya Akawani
Hachimancho, Gifu
Restaurant in Gifu, Japan
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Price
- JPY 999
Dress
Casual
Why go
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.
About Chaya Akawani
Chaya Akawani is a casual venue in Gifu with a price band of up to JPY 999. It is included in the Tabelog 100 Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe EAST list for 2023. Specific menu items, hours, seating, payment methods, reservation rules, access details should be checked directly before visiting.
What the Tabelog Recognition Means
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 under-JPY 1,000 price band keeps expectations grounded.
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.
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 under-JPY 1,000 pricing and 2023 Tabelog 100 recognition in the Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe category. Check current details before going.
Planning details
- Location
- 岐阜県岐阜市八幡町13
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/gifu/A2101/A210101/21000111
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, non-smoking neighborhood cafe with about twenty seats, simple classic decor, and a relaxed hideout feel where guests often queue for kakigori even in winter.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Kakigori (shaved ice)
- Japanese traditional sweets
- Udon
Planning details
Location
岐阜県岐阜市八幡町13 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
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
Restaurant context
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.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tasting menu worth it at Chaya Akawani?
A tasting menu is not offered at Chaya Akawani. The venue is casual, priced up to ¥999, recognized in the 2023 Tabelog 100 Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe category.
What should I order at Chaya Akawani?
Check a current menu before deciding what to order. Chaya Akawani appears in the 2023 Tabelog 100 Japanese traditional sweets / Japanese sweets cafe category.
How far ahead should I book Chaya Akawani?
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 casual and priced up to ¥999. For a special occasion, confirm the current setting, menu, service details before deciding whether it fits the event.
