Japan's coffee shop culture began in the 1800s and is innovative to say the least. From Japan's unique sparkling coffee (or espresso tonic) to the coffee wars that brew among Japanese convenience ...

TOKYO - Walking in the quiet neighborhood, you begin to wonder whether you’re in the right place. The building isn’t marked, and the address is gatekept unless you’ve secured a reservation. Inside, a ...

Kissaten—retro-style cafés—are a beloved part of Japanese dining culture, with a dedicated following. Step into any kissaten—Japanese retro-style cafes—and you're immediately hit with the strong smell ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Akiko Katayama covers Japanese food and culture. There are coffee-flavored candy bars in supermarkets. But the new coffeedust bar ...

In a time where cafés are defined by speed, convenience, and aesthetics built for social media, Hoshino Coffee moves differently. Here, coffee is not rushed, meals are meant to be lingered over, and ...