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I've been living in Japan for close to a decade, and have tried many vegan restaurants and cafes throughout the years. Below are my...

Officialy endorsed by Studio Ghibli, Shirohige's Totoro Cream Puff Factory serves delicately-made cream puffs in the shape of Totoro,...

Located in Shikisai no Mori Yakushiike Park is a quaint little Japanese tea house serving Japanese sweets, tea, and snacks. There are...

Butter Masster is a popular cafe and dessert shop located in Suginami City, Tokyo. They have original mascots that they sell on...

Kings of Kings is a retro cafe beloved for its large mock stained glass windows, carpeted ceiling, and overall colorful decor that's like...

Ginza Bridge is best known for their "Melon Pancake" featured in Fun!Tokyo!, which is Japan Rails' travel blog. The cafe itself is quite...

A quaint little country cabin style kissaten in Tama city. They serve breakfast, lunch (from 11AM) and dessert, as well as a variety of...

Blue Train in Toyama city is a train lover's dream, decorated with tons of vintage Japanese railway memorabilia including toy trains that...

Jun Kissa Florida is a charming kissaten decorated with artificial plants, retro colorful chairs and tables, and framed sun-faded photos...

A retro cafe in Minato City, Tokyo with old arcade games as tables, and typical kissaten fare (such as Pudding à la Mode). Address:...

Unfortunately this location has closed. They are opening a new cafe at a different location and we will write about it when it opens!...

Onigiri Bongo has long been the most popular spot for onigiri in Tokyo, with at least a one hour wait in line to enter even on weekdays....

A retro Japanese cafe in Atami with large windows and typical kissaten fare! Address: 〒413-0012 Shizuoka, Atami, Higashikaigancho, 2−15...

One of the most popular kissaten (retro Japanese cafe) in Osaka is Doremi! Located just near the Shinsekai Market, it's the perfect spot...

This fried sandwich shop is actually worth the hype! It's like a somewhat refined version of the deep fried cuisine seen at American...

A 1940s Retro Cafe in Kyoto

Wagashi at Tsuruya Tokuman Main Shop

A Cat-Themed Wagashi Shop in Nara!

A cafe known for its selection of strong matcha desserts and drinks, one of the most popular being the ' Matcha Matcha Matcha Pudding'...

1. Miyabian Miyabian has been selling high-quality and eye-catching wagashi out of Nakameguro since 2004. Each wagashi reflects the...