Step into a world of rich aromas and artisan craftsmanship at Tenryō Kurashiki Coffee (天領倉敷珈琲), a beloved hidden gem in the heart of the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter. Known for its stylish European-inspired decor, complete with vintage coffee tools and guitars, this specialty roastery offers a sensory escape from the bustling shopping streets of Okayama. […]
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Discover the serene beauty of Fujita Memorial Garden (藤田記念庭園), the second-largest Japanese-style garden in the Tohoku region. Originally built in 1919 as the villa for local businessman Kenichi Fujita, this 21,800-square-meter landscape is a masterpiece of Taisho-era design, seamlessly blending Eastern and Western influences. The garden is divided into two distinct levels: a highland area
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Near the town center of the Akiu Onsen, Akiusha (アキウ舎) is a café housed in a beautifully renovated 160-year-old farmhouse that blends Edo-period charm with modern culinary innovation. This popular café is celebrated for its “field-to-table” concept, showcasing fresh, locally grown Miyagi produce in a rustic-chic setting. Notably, Akiusha is the only place in Akiu
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When you visit Sendai, the capital of the kingdom of the famous samurai, Date Masamune, you will notice that supermarkets, restaurants, and cafes are selling a particular traditional dessert with a creamy, light green topping wherever you go. That mysterious light-green-topped drink can also be found in various types of drinks!
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Besides Murakamiya Mochiten, Hikoichi (甘味処 彦いち) is another cafe we love. The dining space at Hikoichi is much larger than that at Murakamiya Mochiten. However, the queue was even longer by the time we stepped out! It is the best place to visit if you have a sweet tooth. You will be treated to a
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Miyagi Prefecture’s most famous specialty is Zunda Mochi. Such simple ingredients make it completely understandable if the dessert underwhelms you before you taste it. But there is a mochi shop in Sendai selling Zunda Mochi that people would still queue up for! The mild Zunda Mochi served at Murakamiya Mochiten (村上屋餅店) is different from that
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Kawagoe is Saitama’s most renowned tourist spot. If it is on your itinerary, having Kura no Machi Ichibangai Street (蔵の街一番街) on your itinerary is a must. The main street in the old Kawagoe warehouse district is where you can find the majority of the Kurazukuri townscape from the Edo period. The street isn’t just about
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The Aizu region produces good sake wine. If you have a sweet tooth and love sake, Kyō (蔵喫茶 杏) is the cafe in Nanukamachi that you must visit. Operating by a sake brewery founded in the Edo period, the cafe has the finest sake sweets waiting for you to enjoy. Moreover, you won’t get many
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Planning a day trip to Karuizawa from Tokyo? Add the charming SNOOPY Village in Karuizawa. This charming facility combines an exclusive gift shop with a delightful themed cafe, offering a perfect blend of retail therapy and relaxation inspired by Snoopy and the gang. Discover the cute desserts menu and merchandise before your visit!
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Although it is located in a residential area, the taste and atmosphere of Aizu Coffee Club (会津珈琲倶楽部) have rightfully earned it a reputation. It is the best place in Nanukamachi (a station from Aizu-Wakamatsu Station) to enjoy a nice cup of coffee. Not only does the cafe offer coffee brewed from high-quality beans, but the
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