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Jul 13, 2024
A 70s Jungle Paradise in Okinawa - Palace in Moon Beach (パレスインムーンビーチ)
Built in 1975, and still retaining its 70s charm is this eclectic hotel in the Onna district of Okinawa. Its major draw is its ceiling to...
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Jul 13, 2024
Totoro Cream Puffs at Shirohige's Totoro Creampuff Factory in Tokyo! (白髭のシュークリーム工房)
Officialy endorsed by Studio Ghibli, Shirohige's Totoro Cream Puff Factory serves delicately-made cream puffs in the shape of Totoro,...
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Jul 3, 2024
Goto Inari Shrine - The Best Shrine in Tokyo for Shrine Stamps (五十稲荷神社)
A small shrine just a short distance from the busy streets of Chiyoda City, Tokyo best known for their adorable goshuin (shrine stamps)...
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Jul 3, 2024
A Japanese Teahouse in a Garden - Yakushi Chaya やくし茶屋
Located in Shikisai no Mori Yakushiike Park is a quaint little Japanese tea house serving Japanese sweets, tea, and snacks. There are...
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Jul 3, 2024
Decadent Purin at Butter “Mass”ter Living Room (バターマスター Living room)
Butter Masster is a popular cafe and dessert shop located in Suginami City, Tokyo. They have original mascots that they sell on...
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Jul 3, 2024
Osaka's 70s Retro Cafe - King of Kings
Kings of Kings is a retro cafe beloved for its large mock stained glass windows, carpeted ceiling, and overall colorful decor that's like...
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Jun 22, 2024
Roses at Himi Aiyama Garden (氷見あいやまガーデン)
An expansive garden overlooking Toyama Bay with various flowers blooming throughout the year such as dalia, cherry blossoms, and tulips....
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Jun 22, 2024
Giant Melon Pancake at Ginza Bridge (喫茶 ブリッヂ)
Ginza Bridge is best known for their "Melon Pancake" featured in Fun!Tokyo!, which is Japan Rails' travel blog. The cafe itself is quite...
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Jun 22, 2024
Canada Coffee Kissaten in Kanagawa (カナディアンコーヒーショップ)
A quaint little country cabin style kissaten in Tama city. They serve breakfast, lunch (from 11AM) and dessert, as well as a variety of...
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Jun 22, 2024
A Train-Themed Retro Cafe in Toyama - Blue Train Kissaten (珈琲駅ブルートレイン)
Blue Train in Toyama city is a train lover's dream, decorated with tons of vintage Japanese railway memorabilia including toy trains that...
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Jun 22, 2024
Jun Kissa Florida - A quirky Retro Cafe (Kissaten) in Yamato (純喫茶フロリダ)
Jun Kissa Florida is a charming kissaten decorated with artificial plants, retro colorful chairs and tables, and framed sun-faded photos...
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Jun 22, 2024
Cafe Dali Retro Cafe in Tokyo (喫茶ダリ)
A retro cafe in Minato City, Tokyo with old arcade games as tables, and typical kissaten fare (such as Pudding à la Mode). Address:...
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Jun 21, 2024
Shorakuen Tea Salon & Boutique (小楽園 TEA SALON&BOUTIQUE)
An eclectic cafe, drawing inspiration from the tea culture and aesthetics in countries along the Silk Road. They sell high-quality...
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Jun 21, 2024
Fueki Shop in Osaka (フエキショップ)
Fueki-kun is the mascot of the Fueki Nori glue products, and over the years has become a popular character on its own, earning itself a...
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Jun 21, 2024
Tokyo's POOP Museum - Unko Museum (うんこミュージアム)
A museum dedicated to educating the public about poop! Although it's mostly for children, adults can enjoy the quirky art and selfie...
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Jun 21, 2024
Tokyo's Yokai Cafe - GEGEGE no Kitaro Cafe - Kitaro-chaya in Chofu (鬼太郎茶屋)
Unfortunately this location has closed. They are opening a new cafe at a different location and we will write about it when it opens!...
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Jun 21, 2024
Tokyo's Popular Onigiri Spot - Onigiri Bongo (おにぎりぼんご)
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....
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Jun 21, 2024
Sunbird Cafe in Atami (熱海サンバード)
A retro Japanese cafe in Atami with large windows and typical kissaten fare! Address: 〒413-0012 Shizuoka, Atami, Higashikaigancho, 2−15...
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Jun 21, 2024
Osaka's Beloved Retro Cafe - Doremi Kissaten 喫茶ドレミ
One of the most popular kissaten (retro Japanese cafe) in Osaka is Doremi! Located just near the Shinsekai Market, it's the perfect spot...
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Jun 21, 2024
Tokyo's TikTok Viral Fried Sandwich Shop - Age.3
This fried sandwich shop is actually worth the hype! It's like a somewhat refined version of the deep fried cuisine seen at American...
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