Venture into Shinbashi, where an old-school cafe awaits to captivate your taste buds and provide an unforgettable culinary experience.
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Historical tea houses, throwing stars, retro cafes, and Kanazawa’s special curry, all without any need to book a hotel.
Catching some Zs as we ride though the night lets us hit the ground running in Ishikawa Prefecture.
Sip the flavors of nostalgia in this Showa-era cafe that’s also a way to beat the lines at one of Tokyo’s most popular bakeries.
Menchanko-tei combines noodles with traditional sumo food for a meal that’s become popular in Japan and the United States.
UFO stories abound in this area, and there’s plenty to make you think in this under-the-radar town.
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