Among the many things that I feel natsukashii about Japan are the hidden cafes (kissaten) that I either stumbled upon or heard legends of and went to great lengths to finally find. I know there are some pretty cozy places in Toronto now but the aesthetic care and attention to detail from decoration to desert was what I loved about Japanese cafes.
Often, my favorite cafes were like little museums full of chachkies that could appear like clutter but were often placed with care in particular spots so that everything seemed to fit. If I could get paid to write a blog about Japan’s cafes I definitely would! Here are some great interiors to take you back.
Written by Sonomi Tanaka