An old-fashioned sweet shop. There are many old buildings around here that survived the war. This Takemura is one of them. Once inside, the atmosphere changes as if you have gone back in time. It is a special place and a must-see when you want to spend time slowly. Nearby are the long-established soba noodle […]
The former Bansebashi Station has now been transformed into a place to experience art as the art project “JAPAN ART BRIDGE”. (It used to have nice cafes, restaurants, sundries, and other stores, but most of them have been replaced!) It is a little far from the station, so you don’t pass by it often, but […]
The store is like having all the specialties and souvenirs from all over Japan. It is a short walk from Akihabara Station. The contents change regularly, so you can enjoy it anytime you visit. For vegans, we also recommend the vegetarian restaurant “Komaki Shokudo Kamakura Fushokuan.
A Michelin-starred tonkatsu restaurant. You can enjoy really delicious tonkatsu in a restaurant that looks like a time travel.
An old organic store. It’s a small store, but a fun place to visit if you’re looking for gluten-free or vegan ingredients. 2nd floor has sundries and other items.
Otemachi and Marunouchi are in the Ujiko area, so many people in suits line up for Hatsumode. Akihabara is also close by. We recommend the amazake (sweet sake) at Amanoya, located on the approach to the shrine. This highly nutritious amazake is made with only rice and malt. The malt is made in the basement […]
AKOMEYA offers a variety of Japanese foodstuffs and a casual yet delicious restaurant. The building is a rakagu built by Kengo Kuma.
It is a small bookstore, but has a tasteful selection. You can also enjoy coffee from WEEKENDERS COFFEE All Right in Kyoto.