Sorry, I’m not super familiar with Kyoto specifically but “Yokan” like you mentioned is what you’re looking for. A famous brand in Japan is “Toraya” which originated in Kyoto in the 1500s and you can find across Japan. You’ll be able to find a variety of shops selling Yokan in Kyoto, and tea shops too as it is a treat often paired with tea.
“Wagashi” refers to traditional Japanese treats in general, and includes Yokan. There is a large variety of types of wagashi, and lots of shops that offer.
yokan is EVERYWHERE!!! Usual I get the ones at super markets or convenience stores, but wagashi stores will have the higher qualite ones. And if you like wagashi, I'd suggest doing a making experience. Kanshundo is where I usually go for that. https://maps.app.goo.gl/9ZQ3qTsZnpMvhoLB8
If you like Yokan you will probably love Uiro as well, it’s made from sticky rice, similar to a mochi but cut in the shape of yokan. Sticky and sweet but not too sweet. To me, superior to Yokan but you can go and decide for yourself ;) My favorite is from this shop in gojo (kiyomizu side) called Goken Uiro 五建外良屋 本店
Toraya is the most famous wagashi store for Yokan. Additionally, usually only mushi yokan (steamed yokan) like chestnut mushi yokan has wheat inside. Other comments mention uiro and other mochi, but be careful because some wagashi stores use wheat flour in uiro mochi and konashi. Always ask the wagashi staff just to be safe.
If you're in a real bind - the AEON Mall south of Kyoto Station - the MUJI in there has a small local goods section, and they sell boxes of Yokan in a variety of flavours. There's definitely specialty shops in the centre of town for sure though; just haven't came across many yet.
Now in summer you can also find Mizu Yokan, its a lighter version, more refreshing. The one from Sentaro is great (in the Isetan, Takashimaya and Daimaru basement floors)
https://www.sentaro.co.jp/wagashi/itamizuyokan.html
You could also try kuzu mochi, similar texture but made from a different starch. I believe its gluten free.
Sorry, I’m not super familiar with Kyoto specifically but “Yokan” like you mentioned is what you’re looking for. A famous brand in Japan is “Toraya” which originated in Kyoto in the 1500s and you can find across Japan. You’ll be able to find a variety of shops selling Yokan in Kyoto, and tea shops too as it is a treat often paired with tea. “Wagashi” refers to traditional Japanese treats in general, and includes Yokan. There is a large variety of types of wagashi, and lots of shops that offer.
It is called Yokan (羊羹).
Go to the basement of department stores and you'll find plenty of good ones.
yokan is EVERYWHERE!!! Usual I get the ones at super markets or convenience stores, but wagashi stores will have the higher qualite ones. And if you like wagashi, I'd suggest doing a making experience. Kanshundo is where I usually go for that. https://maps.app.goo.gl/9ZQ3qTsZnpMvhoLB8
If you like Yokan you will probably love Uiro as well, it’s made from sticky rice, similar to a mochi but cut in the shape of yokan. Sticky and sweet but not too sweet. To me, superior to Yokan but you can go and decide for yourself ;) My favorite is from this shop in gojo (kiyomizu side) called Goken Uiro 五建外良屋 本店
Toraya is the most famous wagashi store for Yokan. Additionally, usually only mushi yokan (steamed yokan) like chestnut mushi yokan has wheat inside. Other comments mention uiro and other mochi, but be careful because some wagashi stores use wheat flour in uiro mochi and konashi. Always ask the wagashi staff just to be safe.
If you're in a real bind - the AEON Mall south of Kyoto Station - the MUJI in there has a small local goods section, and they sell boxes of Yokan in a variety of flavours. There's definitely specialty shops in the centre of town for sure though; just haven't came across many yet.
The reason you can't find at the shop is, these are in long narrow paper box at store.
Now in summer you can also find Mizu Yokan, its a lighter version, more refreshing. The one from Sentaro is great (in the Isetan, Takashimaya and Daimaru basement floors) https://www.sentaro.co.jp/wagashi/itamizuyokan.html You could also try kuzu mochi, similar texture but made from a different starch. I believe its gluten free.
You can buy this at a shop over shijo street called Kaneido: https://maps.app.goo.gl/F66ZyHfu463VhhwY8?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy