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Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner


Episode 4: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The Seasonal Beauty of the Geisha District and the Grace of Geisha – An Interview with Ayumi Terada, Proprietress of Yukimoto In Tokyo
The Kagurazaka Geisha District Recovered Earlier Than the Other Five Districts in Tokyo This is the fourth installment in our Kagurazaka...


Episode 3: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – Discover the 400-Year History of Soumaya, a Stationery Store in Tokyo’s Kagurazaka
Exploring Japanese Culture and History Through Stationery Store in Tokyo's Kagurazaka This is the third installment in our series...


Episode 2: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – The History and Evolution of Toushien Pottery Shop in Tokyo
Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series In the second installment of our Kagurazaka store owner Interview series exploring the charm of...


Episode 1: Insights from a Kagurazaka Store Owner – “Japanese Pottery Should Be Held to Be Appreciated” – Exploring Maruoka Toen and the Charm of Ceramics in Tokyo
Kagurazaka Store Owner Interview Series Begins This marks the start of the series " Exploring the Charm of Kagurazaka’s Shopping Street...


Shinya Yamada
Nov 16, 20244 min read
15 Authentic Traditional Cultural Experiences in Tokyo: No. 8 Izakaya (Pub) Tour
Authentic Traditional Cultural Experiences in Tokyo: Discover What Our Kagurazaka Izakaya Tour Has to Offer This is the eighth...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 13, 20243 min read
Only 10 Days Left Until "Doon to Fukui in Kagurazaka: Echizen-Wakasa Festival 2024" in Tokyo!
Discover Fukui in Tokyo – Celebrate Culture, Cuisine, and Tradition at the "Doon to Fukui in Kagurazaka: Echizen-Wakasa Festival 2024"!...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 12, 20242 min read
Partnership with ORIX Hotel Management Corporation - Now Offering Our Walking & Izakaya Tour at HUNDRED STAY Tokyo Shinjuku
Walking & Izakaya Tour in Shinjuku: Expanding Cultural Experiences through Partnership with HUNDRED STAY Tokyo Shinjuku We are pleased to...
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Shinya Yamada
Nov 6, 20243 min read
UNESCO Recommends “Traditional Japanese Sake Brewing” for Intangible Cultural Heritage Listing – See the List of Japan’s 22 Intangible Cultural Heritage Items
UNESCO and Japan’s Heritage: The Cultural Significance of Traditional Japanese Sake Brewing Techniques On November 5, Japan’s Agency for...
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Shinya Yamada
Oct 8, 20243 min read
Why Tokyo's Kagurazaka Walking Tours and Izakaya Hopping are Perfect for Solo Travelers and Business Trips
Walking Tours and Izakaya Hopping in Tokyo's Kagurazaka for Solo Travelers Our company offers "authentic" Japanese traditional cultural...
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Shinya Yamada
Sep 18, 20243 min read
Just Arrived! Enjoy All-Inclusive Izakaya (Bar) Hopping in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku
New All-Inclusive Izakaya Hopping Experience in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku – No Hidden Costs! We have added a new all-inclusive option to our...
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Shinya Yamada
Sep 15, 20242 min read
Why Did Natsume Soseki, Famous for I Am a Cat, Love Kagurazaka, Tokyo?
Exploring Kagurazaka Through the Eyes of Natsume Soseki, Famous for Works like I Am a Cat The internationally renowned author Natsume...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 24, 20243 min read
Anticipation for "2024 Kagurazaka Machitobi Festa (Festival)" in Tokyo
2024 Kagurazaka Machitobi Festa (Festival): Celebrating Art and Culture from October 12 to November 3 From October 12th to November 3rd,...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 21, 20243 min read
Traveling in Japan Will Be Easier Starting September 1st: Expanded Sales Locations for the Prepaid Card "Welcome Suica"
Expanding Access to Convenience: Prepaid Card "Welcome Suica" Now Available Beyond Airports Good news for inbound travelers to Japan! As...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 14, 20243 min read
Do You Know About the Popular Event "Kagurazaka Bakeneko Festival 2024"? Only 2 Months Until It Starts!
Get Ready for the Kagurazaka Bakeneko Festival: A Cat Parade Like No Other! Have you heard of the " Kagurazaka Bakeneko Festival " ? This...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 9, 20242 min read
Sales Start Tomorrow: Get Your Tickets for the Tokyo Tournament and See the Sumo Wrestlers
Upcoming Sumo Tournament Ticket Sales and Travel Tips for Foreign Visitors Starting at 10:00 AM tomorrow (10th August), general ticket...
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Shinya Yamada
Aug 5, 20243 min read
Bon Odori Festival at Tokyo Daijingu (August 7th and 8th, 2024)
Join the Daijingu Bon Odori Festival 2024: A Free, Family-Friendly Summer Event On August 7th (Wednesday) and 8th (Thursday), the "...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 27, 20244 min read
How to Avoid Scam Izakayas: Five Tips to Avoid Scams
When looking at social media, foreigners often report being scammed at Japanese izakayas. Therefore, foreign tourists are often afraid of...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 25, 20242 min read
What Is Izakaya? Basic Tips for Foreigners Part 7
5. Sake That Goes Well with Seafood At an izakaya, enjoying good food and drinks is essential. For those who can drink alcohol, sake is a...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 24, 20242 min read
What Is Izakaya? Basic Tips for Foreigners Part 6
4. What to Do if the Price is Not Listed? Occasionally, izakayas do not display prices on their menus, particularly high-end ones. This...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 23, 20243 min read
What Is Izakaya? Basic Tips for Foreigners Part 5
3. What is the original system of Izakaya? "Otoshi (Appetizer)" Problem What is the original system of Izakaya? When you go to an izakaya...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 22, 20242 min read
What Is Izakaya? Basic Tips for Foreigners Part 4
Solution 3 Ask other customers for help or order by pointing to their food. Other customers may not speak a foreign language, but some...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 21, 20244 min read
What Is Izakaya? Basic Tips for Foreigners Part 3
Basic Tips for Foreigners about Izakayas: Ordering from Japanese Menus Solution 2 I recommend remembering common ordering patterns at...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 20, 20242 min read
What Is Izakaya? Basic Tips for Foreigners Part 2
In Cases Where There is Only a Japanese Menu The biggest problem for foreigners who can't read Japanese is how to place an order when...
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Shinya Yamada
Jun 19, 20242 min read
What Is Izakaya? Basic Tips for Foreigners Part 1
Izakaya is Japanese Food Culture If a foreigner comes to Japan for a sightseeing trip, I recommend going to an "Izakaya." Izakaya is a...
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