How to Buy Coffee at 7-Eleven Japan
A step-by-step guide on how to buy coffee and latte at 7-Eleven and how to use the coffee machine.
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Best Season to Visit Tokyo
Tokyo has four distinct seasons, so the experience of the city can be very different depending on when you visit.There are also seasonal events and sales too. The best time to visit Tokyo (in my opinion) is early December, late March, or May.These months have low chance of rain and they’re not too cold or
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Best Coffee Shop Chains in Tokyo 2023
Where to get your daily coffee while in Tokyo. This is a serious topic especially if you’re here on a business trip. Here are my recommendations based on coffee quality, convenience, price, and food options. 1. 7-Eleven (Convenience Stores) 7-Eleven has surprisingly decent coffee, and they’re affordable and open 24/7. In Japan, convenience stores and
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3 Best Japanese Gardens in Tokyo 2023
The big three of Japanese gardens in Tokyo are Rikugien Gardens, Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens, and Hamarikyu Gardens. These are famous daimyo (feudal lord) gardens. However, there are some gardens that I find much more interesting and beautiful.Here are my personal top 3! 1. Kiyosumi Gardens Kiyosumi Gardens is an authentic Japanese garden. It is known
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Quick Etiquette Tips for Visiting Shrines and Temples in Tokyo
Major shrines and temples in Tokyo are very relaxed about etiquettes. You can pop into one without any preparations.But here are some tips and info that might make you more comfortable and your visit more interesting. *This is by an average Japanese who is not particularly educated in religion. If you need proper, serious information,
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Best Temples and Shrines in Tokyo 2023
Tokyo has more than 2000 temples and over 1000 shrines.I highly recommend visiting one even if you’re not interested in religion.It’s a great way to get a break from the chaos of the city, and you can get a glimpse of traditional Japanese culture and architecture. Shrines and temples in Tokyo are usually free. They
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