Kyoto-inspired café offering hand-brewed coffees in Ubud
Kurasu, the Kyoto-born coffee brand celebrated for its quiet approach to brewing, has opened its newest outpost in the heart of Ubud. The arrival of Kurasu Ubud, created with Tanah Gajah, brings a refined Japanese sensibility to one of Bali’s most serene landscapes. It fuses naturally.
The café sits within the former private estate of the late Hendra Hadiprana, one of Indonesia’s influential architects. Surrounded by emerald rice fields and lotus ponds, Kurasu Ubud merges Japanese restraint with Balinese character. The menu centres on Kurasu’s signature hand-brewed coffees.
In Indonesia, the brand has become popular for its artisanal matcha offerings. Alongside drinks, Kurasu brings Kyoto-inspired brunch fare and Japanese delights, including Duck Dry Ramen and Salmon Ochazuke. The five-course Tea Experience Menu, pairing teas with bites, is the best way to chill.
Kurasu Ubud
Japanese Cuisine
Coffee-Shop
Plan your Ubud stay around Kurasu Ubud
Kurasu Ubud sits in Ubud, so start with hotel prices and pick a base from the walkable centre to the quiet valleys at Sayan. Then look at activity packages, since the temple circuits, a rice-terrace walk and a cooking or yoga class are easy to add to the trip. Finally, price a car: the sights are spread across the valley, so one driver for the day beats separate tours. The three links below go straight to each.
Kurasu Ubud is bringing that quiet, considered Kyoto coffee culture straight to the serene landscapes of Bali, and we are obsessed. Located within a former private estate surrounded by emerald rice fields and lotus ponds, the aesthetic is a flawless fusion of Japanese restraint and Balinese character. It’s the perfect spot to escape the noise and just vibe with nature. The atmosphere is so peaceful, it feels like a literal retreat.
What sets this place apart is their signature hand-brewed coffees and artisanal matcha offerings, prepared with absolute precision. It’s best for quiet moments, aesthetic tea experiences, and enjoying nature. If you’re someone who appreciates the ritual of coffee and the beauty of slow living, this café is literally made for you. It’s the ultimate destination to romanticize your morning or afternoon.
You have to try their artisanal matcha, it’s a crowd favorite that slaps every single time. Also, don’t sleep on their Duck Dry Ramen and Salmon Ochazuke for some authentic Japanese delights. Kurasu Ubud is living rent-free in our heads as the most aesthetic coffee spot in town.
Must try:
Artisanal matcha, Duck Dry Ramen, Salmon Ochazuke
Best for:
Quiet moments, aesthetic tea experiences, enjoying nature
Open daily from 7 am to 7 pm
Tanah Gajah, Jl. Raya Goa Gajah, Kemenuh, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia
Where to Stay
Central Ubud: best for walkable sights.
Monkey Forest Road: best for shops and cafés.
Penestanan: best for a quieter base.
Sayan: best for valley views.
Nyuh Kuning: best for a village setting.
Tegallalang: best for rice terrace stays.
The best things to do nearby
Walk the Campuhan Ridge at sunrise
Visit the Sacred Monkey Forest
See a dance performance at Ubud Palace
Browse the Ubud Art Market stalls
See the Tegallalang rice terraces
Join a yoga class or cooking course
Visit Goa Gajah and Tirta Empul.
frequently asked questions
What kind of food does Kurasu Ubud serve?
Kurasu Ubud serves Japanese Cuisine in Ubud. It is one of the places worth knowing when you are deciding where to eat around Ubud.
What should you order at Kurasu Ubud?
Artisanal matcha, Duck Dry Ramen, Salmon Ochazuke. Menus change with the season, so treat that as a starting point rather than a fixed list.
Where is Kurasu Ubud and how do you get there?
Kurasu Ubud is in Ubud. Getting around, the sights are spread across the valley, so a car with a driver saves time.