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喫茶·鳩谷
Exit 4 · about 4 min walk

喫茶·鳩谷

Kissa Hatoya
Coffee · 苓雅區
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“A good fit for Japanese-tea and matcha-dessert fans who are happy to plan ahead. Freshly whisked tea paired with Basque cheesecake, mille-crêpe cake, and thick pancakes makes this a place worth setting aside an afternoon for. The compact old house is especially suited to one or two people looking for a quiet seat, so check the current reservation method and dessert availability before heading over.”

Freshly whisked Japanese tea Matcha desserts Old-house kissaten
This rating asks whether the place is worth fitting into your trip, considering distinctiveness, local significance, Google reviews, and MRT convenience—not taste alone.
WORTH THE STOP?

Is this place worth adding to your MRT itinerary?

It can feel very different if you are already at this stop versus making a special trip here.
★★☆☆☆
ALREADY HERE
Already at this stop
Go if convenient

If you are already at 苓雅運動園區站 · Lingya Sports Park, it is an easy walk and a natural fit for this stop.

★☆☆☆☆
WORTH THE DETOUR?
Making a special trip
No need to ride over just for it

If you are elsewhere, consider whether it is worth an extra MRT ride just for this place.

WHY VISIT

Why add it to your itinerary?

01
Taste matcha in two different cakes

The Basque cheesecake combines intense matcha, milky cheese notes, and a toasted surface, while the mille-crêpe layers soft crêpes with matcha whipped cream. Choose according to the texture you prefer.

02
Make time for the warm thick pancake

The Hatoya Pancake is soft, moist, and almost cake-like, served with butter in the center and maple syrup on the side. Eating from plain to sweet gives you another reason to visit beyond the tea and cakes.

03
Watch tea being whisked in a wooden old house

Vintage Japanese tea chests, tea utensils, and retro pendant lights fill the compact room. The counter connects to an open work area where you can watch matcha being whisked to order, making it easy to slow down and focus on the tea.

THE STORY

The story behind this place

A family home turned into a kissaten

The owner once studied in Japan, then returned to the family’s old home and converted it into a space serving Japanese tea and desserts. That homecoming story gives the wooden tea room hidden in the alley an extra sense of everyday connection.

Tea utensils, vintage Japanese tea chests, and retro objects fill the old house, with a small Japanese-style room by the window, tatami seating, and a counter creating distinct corners. Watching tea being whisked to order lets you experience the space and the aroma in your cup together.

WHAT TO ORDER

First time here? Start with these

Editors
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Extra-Rich Matcha Basque Cheesecake MetroBites visit photo

Extra-Rich Matcha Basque Cheesecake

Made with Marukyu Koyamaen Wakatake matcha powder, it layers pronounced tea fragrance with milky cheese notes and a lightly charred top. The texture is fine and silky, ideal for anyone who likes vivid matcha flavor and rich cheesecake.

Hatoya Pancake MetroBites visit photo

Hatoya Pancake

This thick pancake has a soft, moist, cake-like texture with a buttery aroma while warm. If you want one, ask about reserving it when you book your seat, then use the maple syrup served on the side to adjust the sweetness.

Matcha Mille-Crêpe Cake MetroBites visit photo

Matcha Mille-Crêpe Cake

Matcha crêpes and matcha whipped cream are layered together, giving soft pastry and a smooth cream filling. If you want fine layers and tea fragrance in the same bite, this tender mille-crêpe is a good place to start.

FIRST VISIT

First visit: how to order

01
Check the current reservation method first

Check the shop’s latest reservation rules on its social channels before visiting. If reservations are handled through a form, your booking is only confirmed after the shop replies with confirmation.

02
Ask about the pancake when booking

When arranging your seat, ask about advance ordering and availability for the Hatoya Pancake, then follow the shop’s reply for check-in and dining time.

METROBITES LOCAL TIP
Try the pancake plain first

Taste the warm pancake plain first to catch its eggy aroma, then spread on the butter and add a little maple syrup. It makes the shift from simple to sweeter flavors easy to compare and lets you adjust the sweetness to your liking.

FULL VISIT

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✨ AI Visit Snapshot

喫茶·鳩谷 (Kissa Hatoya) is hidden in an alley off Zhengyi Road in Kaohsiung’s Lingya District. Near Martial Arts Stadium on the Kaohsiung Metro Orange Line, this reservation-based Japanese tea room is known for Japanese tea, matcha desserts, and the atmosphere of an old house. From the tea ware and vintage pieces to the wooden interior, the room carries a distinctly Japanese mood, making it a good fit for people who enjoy matcha and hojicha and do not mind arranging their seat and dining time in advance.

Interior and dining atmosphere:The old house centers on dark, warm wood tones, paired with plaster walls, retro pendant lights, vintage Japanese tea chests, tea utensils, and dried flowers. Seating includes a counter facing the workbench, a small Japanese-style room by the window, and tatami seats. The island counter connects to an open work area where you can watch matcha being whisked to order. The space is compact and quiet, with the nostalgic feel of a Showa-era kissaten.
Location and dining notes:The address is 高雄市苓雅區正義路3巷10號, tucked inside a residential alley near Martial Arts Stadium on the Kaohsiung Metro Orange Line. The shop mainly operates by reservation: complete the form announced on its social channels and wait for confirmation from the shop before the booking is considered successful. Pancakes also need to be registered in advance when reserving. Because both space and guest capacity are limited, check the current reservation and dining rules before setting out.
● Extra-Rich Matcha Basque Cheesecake

This Basque cheesecake is made with Marukyu Koyamaen Wakatake matcha powder. Its strong matcha aroma overlaps with the milky richness of the cheese and the toasted notes on the surface. The texture is fine and silky, and the tea and dairy flavors melt together on the palate, making it well suited to anyone who prefers an intense matcha profile.

喫茶·鳩谷 (Kissa Hatoya) visit photo
● Hatoya Pancake

The Hatoya Pancake needs to be reserved in advance. It arrives with butter in the center and maple syrup on the side. The pancake is soft, moist, and almost cake-like, with a light buttery aroma while warm. Try it plain first, then spread on the butter or drizzle over the maple syrup to experience the shift from simple egg fragrance to a sweeter, richer finish.

喫茶·鳩谷 (Kissa Hatoya) visit photo
● Matcha Mille-Crêpe Cake

Layers of matcha crêpe are stacked with matcha whipped cream in between, creating a neat, fine cross-section. The crêpes are soft, the cream filling is smooth, and the matcha aroma is clear on the palate. Its tender, delicate texture makes it a fitting choice when you want both tea fragrance and the layered feel of mille-crêpe cake in one dessert.

喫茶·鳩谷 (Kissa Hatoya) visit photo
💡 Ordering note

On a first visit, choose one tea drink with one matcha dessert. If you want the Hatoya Pancake, remember to register it when making your reservation. Seating is limited and works especially well for one or two people who want to enjoy tea quietly. Reservation, check-in, and service rules are announced by the shop, so check the latest instructions before planning your visit.

  • Location:高雄市苓雅區正義路巷內,鄰近高雄捷運橘線技擊館站。
  • Type:Reservation-based Japanese tea room specializing in freshly whisked matcha, hojicha drinks, and Japanese desserts.
  • Recommended:Extra-Rich Matcha Basque Cheesecake, Hatoya Pancake, Matcha Mille-Crêpe Cake.
  • Highlights:A renovated old house with wood interiors, Japanese tea ware, and retro decor.
  • Best for:Matcha lovers, Japanese-tea fans, and anyone looking for a quiet Japanese-style kissaten.

📌 Editor’s summary

喫茶·鳩谷 (Kissa Hatoya) brings an old house, Japanese tea ware, and freshly whisked drinks together in an alley hideaway. From the counter workspace to the small Japanese-style room and tatami seats, everything carries the same warm, quiet kissaten mood. Matcha and hojicha form the backbone of the menu, and the desserts likewise emphasize tea fragrance. Once you have reserved and confirmed any limited item you want, you can settle in and take your time over tea and sweets.

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STORE INFORMATION

Store information

Address
802台灣高雄市苓雅區正義里正義路3巷10號
Opening hours
Monday: 13:00 – 18:30
Tuesday: 13:00 – 18:30
Wednesday: 13:00 – 18:30
Thursday: 13:00 – 18:30
Friday: 13:00 – 18:30
Saturday: 13:00 – 18:30
Sunday: 13:00 – 18:30
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GETTING THERE

From the MRT station to the store

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苓雅運動園區站 · Lingya Sports Park
Exit 4 · about 4 min walk · about 266 m
Also convenient
Exit 3 Another exit at the same station
about 4 min walk · about 290 m
O Orange Line
衛武營站 · Weiwuying · Exit 1 Another nearby station
about 5 min walk · about 372 m
Walking About 4 min from Exit 4 · about 266 m
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