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A kissaten (traditional Japanese cafe) is typically highlighted by retro furniture, warm lighting, casually displayed art, and a calm atmosphere where jazz or classical music plays in the background. These nostalgic cafes—where you can relax and enjoy carefully brewed coffee and yōshoku (Western-inspired Japanese cuisine)—are a uniquely Japanese part of food culture. At “Cafe Bridge,” a long-standing kissaten located inside…
Meiji Jingu, a shrine located near Harajuku and Shibuya in Tokyo, is known for having the highest number of New Year’s visitors in Japan. The first visit of the year to a shrine or temple in Japan is a custom known as hatsumōde, where many pray and make wishes for the upcoming year. The shrine’s vast grounds are so green…
Tokyo, a city where ancient traditions coexist with cutting-edge trends, is full of hidden gems and vibrant public spaces. Among them, Yanaka Ginza and Ameya-Yokocho stand out as two beloved shopping streets that offer completely different yet equally captivating experiences. Whether you are looking to slow down and soak in the charm of old Tokyo or dive into the energy…