ROSETTA

A light, airy plain chiffon cake topped with ice cream and cheese is seared with a kitchen blowtorch right at your table to create ROSETTA's signature torched cheese chiffon cake. Located in the Higashitsutsujigaoka Akebonodai neighbourhood of Kameoka, the café fills with the aroma of toasted cheese as the heat melts the topping, creating an intriguing blend of sweetness and savoury notes. Pairing it with a mellow black tea latte or house blend coffee rounds out the dessert experience.

The cake selection extends to flavours like Earl Grey and browned butter, while past visitor accounts also mention banana options and varieties made with local Kameoka ginger. Each slice retains a notably moist, tender crumb with a gentle sweetness that never overwhelms, making it easy to pair with your preferred tea or infusion. Individually wrapped slices are also sold for takeaway, handy for enjoying back at your lodgings or packing as a small gift.

Inside, spacious sofa arrangements and dining tables set a calm, unhurried mood. The café serves breakfast in the morning and transitions to lunch options such as pasta later in the day, making it just as practical for a meal as for an afternoon tea break. On-site parking and outdoor bicycle racks for road bikes make it a convenient stop during drives or cycling tours through the Kameoka countryside. Payment is cash only, so it is best to have yen on hand before stopping by.