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📍 Comment “Explore” to get our curated Ochanomizu Google Map list.

Tokyo, off the beaten path.
Temples, guitars, and a hidden mountain café—
Ochanomizu is full of quiet surprises ✨
Looking for a delicious way to support your inner health and beauty?
We found some standout items at HAKKO DEPARTMENT TOKYO, a specialty shop in Shimokitazawa dedicated to the power of fermentation (hakko).
Here are our editor Erika’s top picks to explore the fascinating world of Japanese fermentation—tasty, accessible, and full of wellness benefits.

🛍 HAKKO DEPARTMENT TOKYO
2-36-15 Daita, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
OPEN: Shop 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM / Restaurant & Cafe 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM(L.O.)
CLOSED: Open all year round (Restaurant & Cafe is closed on Tuesdays).
*The shop may have random days off , so make sure to check their Instagram ( @hakko.department )for further details before you visit.

🗼 Ready to dive into Japan’s COOL culture?
COOL Begin brings you a curated mix of timeless tradition and modern trends from across Japan.
And guess what? The Gaho team had a hand in creating it!
📚 Following the success of Vol.1 & Vol.2, COOL Begin is back with Vol.3—hitting stores on May 28! Here’s a sneak preview at some of the highlights. You’ll be able to get a copy at konbini and bookstores across Japan, and the digital edition on Amazon!

#hakko #coolbegin #gahojapan #tokyoguide #shimokitazawa
Rise above the clouds at Hoshino Resorts Tomamu’s “UNKAI Terrace”, reopening today!
With just a 40% chance of the right conditions, it’s a true test of luck — but when it happens, the breathtaking view of the sea of clouds is absolutely unforgettable.

Open: May 8th – October 14th, 2025
📍@hoshinoresorts_tomamu_en

#unkai #seaofclouds #tomamu #hoshinoresorts
We asked Tony (@yamatrips ) to share his top recommendations for easy hikes in Japan🥾⛰️

1. Mt. Aso
2. Norikura
3. Momoiwa Trail
4. Magose Pass
5. Yamadera

#hikinginjapan #mtaso #norikura #momoiwatrail
#magosepass #yamadera #japanesenature
Drive-in vibes, Tokyo-style 🚥🍸
Hidden beneath Asakusa Station, Drive-in Denden is an electric love letter to Japan’s retro era- think neon lights, vintage games, and a killer cocktail called Denden Brandy, spiced with Japanese green pepper.

It’s all the joy of a classic Japanese drive-in 
but no car, no license, no problem.
Just hop off the train (Exit 6), head into the shadowy underground arcade, and time-travel straight into a Showa retro dream.

🫗Retro glassware you can’t find twice
🌃Neon signs that glow like memories
🗼A secret bar even Tokyo locals whisper about

Drink. Play. Get lost.
Welcome to the electric underground.

📍Drive-in Denden
B1F-16, Asakusa Underground Shopping Street, 1-1-12 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Before your multi-course dinner, why not enjoy a light yet unforgettable lunch? Kyoto’s eateries offer the perfect balance—simple, local dishes and traditional flavors that won’t fill you up, but will leave you craving more. A delicious prelude to your evening feast 🍱✨

Photo credit: Makoto Ebisu, Yukiyo Daido

#Kateigaho #gahojapan #kyoto #lunch
Tokyo is a dreamland for sushi lovers—and we've handpicked 7 must-visit spots for your next trip! ✨ 
Save this post for your next visit to Tokyo!
For more details about each place, visit our website!

Kateigaho 2025 May issue
PC: Shogo Oizumi, Hiroshi Abe, Yuhei Oyama, Wataru Nishiyama

#kateigaho #sushi #tokyo
We celebrated our 6-month anniversary at Shorakuen, a dreamy tea salon and cafe just 15 minutes by train from Shinjuku. If you’re planning something special during your trip, their Yamagashi Decoration Plate is a unique way to mark the occasion🥳 You choose your favorite vintage plate, decorative picks, and your chocolate mountain, and they’ll put it all together for you. You can even request a custom handwritten message on the plate by reserving in advance on their website.🎈

Don’t forget to check out their merch too. Their newest cookie tin “The Garden” makes the perfect Tokyo souvenir to bring home.

Thanks for supporting our page and we look forward to sharing more stories with you!

📍Shorakuen

#shorakuen #tokyofood #tokyocafe #tokyotrip #mtfuji #tokyotravel #gahojapan #yoyogi
If you're in Japan this May, don’t miss out on these events! 
From Children's Day to local festivals, there’s so much happening this month. Be sure to check them out ✨
Kyoto & Osaka are home to some of the most unique sushi gems in Japan! 🍣✨ From seasonal ingredients to traditional techniques, these spots offer unforgettable dining experiences.
Stay tuned for the Tokyo edition, coming soon! Don't forget to follow for more delicious gems!

Kateigaho 2025 May issue
PC: Hoshito Omijya, Sadaho Naito, Masayuki Sakamoto

#kateigaho #sushi #osaka #kyoto
Tsutsumi Asakichi Lacquerware Shop (@tsutsumi_urushi ), founded in 1909, blends traditional craftsmanship with modern design, their work featured in places like Nikko Toshogu Shrine. Led by Takuya Tsutsumi, they’re reimagining lacquer with innovative creations like surfboards and bikes. Recently awarded the prestigious PFV Prize (@primumfamiliaevini ) for their dedication to preserving Japanese heritage, they continue to push lacquer’s boundaries. They also offer hands-on workshops where you can learn fuki-urushi  and apply lacquer under the guidance of a skilled artisan.

#tsutsumiasakichi #urushi #lacquerware #pfv #kyototrip #japantrip #japantravel #gahojapan
If you love design with a story, check out these amazing Japanese brands! ✨
Each piece is beautifully crafted, blending tradition with a modern twist.  From wooden jewelry boxes to Arita porcelain tiles, these are the kinds of treasures you’ll want to bring home (or at least bookmark for later).
Tap save so you don't miss them on your next trip!✈︎

Kateigaho 2024 December, 2025 March, 2025 April, 2025 May issue
(pc:Satoshi Hagihara, Shunsuke Musashi, Saori Fushimi)

#kateigaho #japan #japanesebrand