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Step Back in Style: Japan’s Heritage Hotels and the Spirit of Omotenashi
Posted On October 9, 2026  By Megan Kawakami 

While Japan is renowned for its vibrant shrines and ancient temples, another architectural wonder awaits those who look beyond the typical tourist path. Scattered across the country are historic hotels that serve as living time capsules, each echoing whispers of eras long past and origin stories […]

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What Makes Hiroshima Sake So Special?
Posted On May 17, 2026  By Megan Kawakami 

Saijo, Hiroshima Prefecture, is renowned as one of Japan’s premier sake-producing regions. However, this wasn’t always the case; historically, Saijo’s soft and gentle water was deemed unsuitable for brewing. Sake (Nihonshu) is produced across Japan, from the frigid north of Hokkaido to the tropical south of […]

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Best Kissatens to Visit in Tokyo
Posted On March 14, 2025  By Megan Kawakami 

When you’re craving a cup of joe, which do you choose, a kissaten or a café? That typically depends on what you’re looking for: a place to slowly sip your coffee, have a small meal, and potentially a smoke, or the hustle and bustle of customers […]

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