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Tokyo Christmas Market

Tokyo Christmas Markets 2024

Tokyo Christmas Market 2024 in Jingumae Tokyo’s largest Christmas market, inspired by Dresden, Germany, celebrates its 10th anniversary with a new “Christmas Pyramid” featuring Grimm’s Fairy Tales. This year’s market includes art by young artists and a special VIP dome sponsored by Moët & Chandon, offering stunning views of the

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Top Beer Breweries in Tokyo

Vertere Vertere is a popular Tokyo brewery with beer available throughout the city, but we highly recommend visiting their restaurant in Okutama. Although it’s about a 90-minute trip from central Tokyo, it’s well worth the journey. The restaurant is charming, conveniently located near the station, and surrounded by nature. Here,

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Yokohama - Tokyo's little sister

Yokohama – Tokyo’s Little Sister

Yokohama, Japan’s second-largest city, offers a unique blend of modernity and tradition, with its spacious squares and hidden, narrow alleys. Despite being full of attractions, it often doesn’t receive as much attention as Tokyo, Kyoto, or Osaka. When people do visit Yokohama, they usually stick to Minato Mirai, Chinatown, and

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10 Unique Vending Machines in Tokyo

Tokyo, a city of neon lights and towering skyscrapers, is also home to a unique and fascinating landscape: the vending machine. These ubiquitous machines are more than just a way to grab a quick drink; they’re a reflection of Japanese culture, innovation, and the unexpected. Here are some of the

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Must-Visit Kominka Cafes in Tokyo

Must-Visit Kominka Cafes in Tokyo

Kominka cafe (古民家カフェ) refers to a type of cafe located in a kominka (古民家), which is a traditional Japanese house. These cafes are typically found in older, rural homes that have been renovated and repurposed into charming, cozy cafes. They often maintain the traditional architecture and design elements, offering a

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9 outstanding kissaten in Tokyo

9 Outstanding Kisatten in Tokyo

A kissaten is a traditional Japanese-style coffee shop. Kissaten usually means a café with a retro design and nostalgic atmosphere. On the kissaten’s menu, you will typically find a selection of coffee and other drinks, as well as some light Western-style meals, or at least what is perceived as Western

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