{"id":1605,"date":"2026-05-24T04:09:57","date_gmt":"2026-05-23T19:09:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ktripmate.com\/?p=1605"},"modified":"2026-05-29T23:24:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T14:24:18","slug":"hongdae-matcha-cafe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ktripmate.com\/ja\/hongdae-matcha-cafe\/","title":{"rendered":"A Quiet Matcha Caf\u00e9 in Hongdae | Long Vacation"},"content":{"rendered":"

A Quiet Matcha Caf\u00e9 in Hongdae<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

I came across this caf\u00e9 while walking through a quiet alley in Yeonnam-dong, and the atmosphere immediately stood out to me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Long Vacation focuses mainly on matcha and hojicha-based drinks and desserts, and compared to the busy streets around Hongdae, it felt like a nice place to slow down and take a short break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The exterior was also really eye-catching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The mix of exposed concrete and red brick gave the caf\u00e9 a clean and calm feeling, and walking up the stairs to the second floor honestly felt more like entering a small caf\u00e9 in Japan than being in Seoul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Korea shares a lot of cultural influence with nearby countries like Japan and China, especially when it comes to food and drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because of that, it\u2019s actually very common to find Japanese and Chinese-inspired caf\u00e9s, desserts, and restaurants while walking around Seoul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Long Vacation felt like one of those places that naturally blends that atmosphere into its own style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Warm Minimal Interior<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The dessert posters near the stairs and the small Japanese sign matched the space really well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside, the caf\u00e9 mixed concrete interiors with wooden furniture, making the space feel clean but still comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Small details like plants and stone decorations also made the place feel thoughtfully designed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My favorite part was probably the natural light coming through the wooden grid windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It made the whole caf\u00e9 feel very photogenic no matter where you sat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I also think the terrace area would be really nice once the weather gets cooler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A Caf\u00e9 for People Who Actually Like Matcha<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can tell right away from the menu that this place takes matcha seriously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their main drinks include Kyoto Matcha Latte, Hojicha, and Matcha Yuzu Soda, while many of the desserts also focus on matcha and yuzu flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They do serve coffee too, but overall it feels much more like a tea and dessert caf\u00e9 than a typical coffee shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Desserts like yuzu tiramisu, matcha pudding, terrine, and roll cake were all available, and everything looked clean and carefully made.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You also don\u2019t have to worry too much about ordering since the menu is available in English as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kyoto Matcha Latte & Iced Americano Review<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

I visited with a friend, so we ordered one iced Americano and one matcha latte and shared both drinks together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since the drinks had completely different styles, I actually think it was the right choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The matcha latte looked great from the start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The deep green matcha layered over the milk looked really clean visually, and the flavor itself was also very satisfying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It wasn\u2019t overly sweet, and the slightly bitter matcha flavor came through pretty clearly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the same time, it didn\u2019t feel too heavy or earthy, so I think people who genuinely enjoy matcha would probably like it a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It definitely felt different from the sweeter matcha drinks you usually get at chain caf\u00e9s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The iced Americano was smooth and clean without strong acidity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taking a sip of Americano between the matcha latte balanced everything out really nicely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Overall Thoughts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Maybe because of the atmosphere, I noticed not only locals but also quite a few foreign visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The caf\u00e9 had a calm and relaxed vibe that made it easy to stay for a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One small downside was that the tables were a little close together, so I can imagine it feeling slightly crowded during busy hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I also noticed that laptop and tablet use is restricted on weekends and holidays, but honestly that probably helps keep the atmosphere quieter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There were a few solo visitors, but overall it felt more like a place for friends or couples to relax and spend time together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you enjoy matcha and calm caf\u00e9 spaces, I think this place is definitely worth visiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Location & Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The caf\u00e9 is hidden inside a quiet alley in Yeonnam-dong, so it can be a little easy to miss the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But honestly, that hidden location is also part of the charm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The caf\u00e9 gets full pretty often on weekends, so visiting on a weekday afternoon is probably a better option if you want a quieter and more relaxed experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n