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Kissaten Culture – More Than Just a Cup of Coffee

In Japan, a kissaten is more than a place to drink coffee or tea. It’s where the heart of a community gathers.

There’s often a quiet routine—regular faces, familiar greetings. And when someone doesn’t show up, others notice. Sometimes they’ll call to check in, just to make sure everything’s okay.

It’s not loud or flashy, but there’s something beautiful in this quiet connection.
Whether it’s coffee or tea, the cup becomes an invitation to care for one another.

Maybe that’s the true magic in a simple drink.

Yuko

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