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Hayabusa of Kuranda

Name: Hayabusa of Kuranda
Address: Kuranda Original Rainforest Market 7 Therwine Street Kuranda, Kuranda, QLD, AU
Telephone: +61475874330

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Hayabusa of Kuranda

We serve a variety of authentic Japanese meals and handcrafted traditional sweets. Vegan & Gluten free available!

Tea Ceremony Experience
“Studying under an Omotesenke tea master”
•Mini style before 11am-walk in
•Temae on Tatami - 10am Booking only

28/09/2026

Four Ways to Enjoy Matcha at Hayabusa

Whether you simply want to enjoy a beautiful bowl of matcha, or experience the quiet beauty of Japanese tea ceremony — there is a way to suit you.

🍵Premium Matcha
Enjoy a bowl of premium matcha beautifully presented on a traditional tray.
Add our handmade mini dango for a little extra treat.
No reservation required.

🦋Mini Tea Ceremony
A little taste of Japanese tea ceremony, right at your table.
Watch as your matcha is freshly whisked and prepared in front of you, served with handmade mini dango.
No reservation required.

🌿Ryaku-temae — Tea Ceremony at the Table
A more formal and intimate tea ceremony experience, performed at the table.
Discover the graceful movements, utensils and traditions of Japanese tea.
Advance booking via our website, at least 1 week in advance.

🌸Formal Tea Ceremony
Our most traditional tea ceremony experience, held in a formal Japanese setting.
Take a step into the world of Japanese tea — with seasonal elements, traditional utensils and the quiet atmosphere of a genuine tea ceremony.
Advance booking via our website, at least 1 week in advance.

Booking
http://www.hayabusakuranda.com

From a simple bowl of matcha to a deeper cultural experience,
choose your own way to enjoy Japanese tea at Hayabusa.

27/09/2026

Meet Keiko — My Right Hand at Hayabusa

Today, I’d like to introduce Keiko, my wonderful right hand at Hayabusa.

I’m so grateful to have her by my side. Her reliability, kindness and warm smile help keep our little restaurant running, especially on our busy days.

Thank you, Keiko, for always supporting me and Hayabusa. ❤️

We are a small team, but we put our hearts into what we do. 🇯🇵

24/09/2026

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Team Hayabusa is back for Cairns Marathon 2027!

We’re officially signed up! 🎉

After another wonderful Cairns Marathon experience, we’ve already secured our places for 2027 through Early Access.

🏃‍♀️ Miwako & Heidi — Half Marathon 21.1KM
🚶‍♂️ Ben & Team Hayabusa — 5KM Walk

And what a lovely surprise to see Ben featured in the official Cairns Marathon promotion!
There he is, representing the 5KM Walk among all five distances. ❤️

We’re looking forward to another fun day together — running, walking, cheering each other on, and enjoying the incredible atmosphere of Cairns Marathon.

See you at the start line in 2027!

23/09/2026

{English follows below the Japanese}

おはようございます。

一日遅れましたが、昨日は二十四節気の

秋分(しゅうぶん)でした。

太陽が真東から登り真西に沈むため昼と夜の長さがほぼ同じになる日です。
この日を境に少しずつ夜が長くなり、本格的な秋へと向かいます。

秋分の日は、先祖を敬い亡くなった人を偲ぶ、日本の国民の祝日です。

季節が逆のオーストラリアは
春分(しゅんぶん)
でしょうか？

良い一日をお過ごしください。

一日遅れた事をお詫びします。

Good morning.

A day late, but yesterday marked Shūbun (秋分), the Autumn Equinox, one of Japan’s 24 traditional solar terms.

On this day, the sun rises almost due east and sets almost due west, making the length of day and night nearly equal.

From this point onward, the nights gradually become longer, and we slowly move into the heart of autumn.

In Japan, the Autumn Equinox is also a national holiday — a day to honour our ancestors and remember those who have passed away.

Here in Australia, where the seasons are opposite to Japan, we are welcoming Shunbun (春分), the Spring Equinox, as spring begins to unfold.

Wishing you a beautiful day, wherever you are in the world.

And my apologies for sharing this one day late.

15/09/2026

Good food, beautiful Japanese sweets, matcha, tea, and a warm welcome — all in one little corner of Kuranda.

From our kitchen to the table, from handmade wagashi to a quiet bowl of matcha, there’s always something happening at Hayabusa.

Sometimes we’re calm and peaceful…
and sometimes the tables are full, the kitchen is busy, and we’re running around with big smiles! 😊

Whether you come for lunch, Japanese sweets, matcha, or a traditional tea experience, we hope you leave with something more than a good meal — a little taste of Japan and a happy memory.

12/09/2026

A very special visit to Hayabusa ❤️

We were so touched to receive this beautiful 5-star review from Kitty.

Her visit was particularly special to us because, on that day, I was unfortunately unwell and had to let her know that we would need to close the shop.

But at the last minute, Ben and Keiko were able to open Hayabusa and welcome Kitty just before her scheduled visit. Although I couldn’t be there in person, I stayed in touch with her by email and helped with her orders.
Ben and Keiko made sure we could still welcome our guests.

It was such a pleasure to see how much she enjoyed not only our food, but also the Japanese crafts, little treasures and cultural items we have carefully selected for our shop.

Kitty, thank you so much for your kindness, understanding and wonderful support. And thank you for sharing these beautiful photos and your experience with others. ❤️

For us, Hayabusa is not only about food.
It is also about sharing a little piece of Japan, creating connections, and making each guest feel welcome.

We are truly grateful that, despite the unexpected circumstances that day, we were still able to welcome you and make your visit special.

Arigatou gozaimasu, Kitty! 🇯🇵❤️
We hope to see you again in Kuranda someday.

11/09/2026

A little piece of Japanese craftsmanship — SOLD OUT! ⚔️🍵

Our beautiful Japanese wagashi knife, inspired by the shape of a traditional samurai sword, has completely sold out!

Made using traditional craftsmanship from Tohoku, northern Japan, this unique little knife is designed especially for enjoying Japanese wagashi — turning a simple sweet into a moment of Japanese culture.

We’ve loved seeing our guests discover not only the beauty of wagashi, but also the craftsmanship behind the tools used to enjoy it.

✨ Sold out for now — but don’t worry!
We’ll be restocking these special pieces soon.

A little taste of Japan, right here in Kuranda.

10/09/2026

You don’t have to fly to Japan… 🇯🇵Just come to Kuranda

Authentic Japanese flavours,
matcha, wagashi, and a little moment of Japan
surrounded by the beauty of the rainforest.

Come and experience Japan without leaving Queensland.

06/09/2026

{English follows below the Japanese}
おはようございます。
今日は二十四節気の

白露(はくろ)です。

夜中に大気が冷え、草花や木に朝露が宿り朝日に照らされた露が白くきらめいて見える様子に由来します。

日中はまだ夏の残暑が残るものの、朝晩はひんやりとした涼しさが感じられ、確実に秋の気配が深まる時期です。

梨やぶどうなどの旬の果物、秋茄子などが美味しくなる実りの秋の始まりです。

季節が逆のオーストラリアは
啓蟄(けいちつ)
でしょうか？

良い一日をお過ごしください。

Good morning.

Today marks Hakuro (白露), one of the 24 traditional Japanese solar terms.

The name Hakuro means “White Dew” and comes from the beautiful sight of dew forming on grass, flowers and trees as the night air cools, then sparkling white in the morning sunlight.

Although the lingering heat of summer can still be felt during the day, the mornings and evenings begin to feel noticeably cooler, and the signs of autumn gradually become more apparent.

It is also the beginning of the season of harvest, when delicious autumn fruits such as pears and grapes, as well as seasonal vegetables like autumn eggplant, come into their own.

Here in Australia, where the seasons are opposite to Japan, we are entering Keichitsu (啓蟄) — the traditional solar term associated with the awakening of insects and the beginning of spring.

Wishing you a beautiful day filled with the gentle signs of a changing season.

04/09/2026

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Address

Kuranda Original Rainforest Market 7 Therwine Street Kuranda
Kuranda, QLD

Opening Hours

Wednesday	10am - 2:30pm
Thursday	10am - 2:30pm
Friday	10am - 2:30pm
Saturday	10am - 2:30pm
Sunday	10am - 2:30pm

Telephone

+61475874330

Website

http://www.hayabusakuranda.com/

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