Japanese anime is a big hit all over the world. Lately, a new one has been climbing the rankings. Have you heard of Pop Team Epic?
Pop Team Epic (Poptepipic) is a digital manga series that uses punchy images and snappy phrases. It has become increasingly popular as a surreal visual gag manga. Now, it’s not only turning into a big hit in Japan, but all over the world!
We heard that Harajuku’s dessert café Sweets Paradise is opening a collaboration café with Pop Team Epic, and as big anime fans ourselves, we immediately set off with MOSHI MOSHI BOX staff member Ruki to check it out.
To get there, exit Harajuku station (JR Yamanote line) from Takeshita exit and walk straight. On your left, you will notice the shopping centre SoLaDo Takeshita Street (SoLaDo竹下通り) . You will find “Sweets Paradise on the 3rd floor.
To eat at Sweets Paradise, first you need to purchase a ticket from the machine at the entrance and then enter the café.
There are two courses available:
1 collaboration meal + drink + sweets banquet set ¥1950 (price including tax)
1 collaboration dessert + drink + sweets banquet set ¥2150 (price including tax)
You can also add foods and drinks from the Pop Team Epic collaboration menu to your chosen meal plan for ￥500. To do this, buy the appropriate ticket from the machine at the entrance.
There are Pop Team Epic decorations all around the café!
There is even a small set where you can destroy the Takeshobo publishing office, which comes up in the manga!
There are two types of seats inside the café: “anti-sama/ Takeshobo company employee seats” and the “believers’ seats” . The “anti-sama” tables are decorated very simply. In contrast, the “believers’” tables are draped with beautiful table cloths and are near a large screen that is showing episodes from the Pop Team Epic anime.
Being slightly peckish, Ruki did not waste time in scooping up the menu. This dish is called “Aaaaah ichimen no Kusomidori Pasta” （Aaahh a plate of gross green pasta）. The random words of countryside-raised Pop Team Epic character Popuko, has been made into a pasta dish.
Ruki: “Spinach, edamame and broccoli – this truly is a green dish! The basil sauce is very simple yet delicious! Is this the true taste of nature?!
This is the “Konna kao ni naru lemon Juice” (Lemon juice that makes you pull this face). Although a bold move, half the lemon is cut and placed as it is in the glass. Whatever the menu, the names of the foods are crazy! Just what you would expect from Pop Team Epic.
Riku’s reaction to the sour drink was predicted by the name of the drink!
This is the “Haken Parfait” (Hegemony parfait) You can even order one that is the size of Ruki’s head! This is one filling dessert! The word “覇権” (hegemony) is written on a macaron that sits on top of a pile of fruits and strawberry sherbet. At the foot of the parfait lies a wafer with a picture of a ladder on it.
The parfait is an original art piece that depicts a ladder which leads to the top of the parfait to have been toppled over. After looking up the word “覇権” and realizing its meaning, Ruki laughed a lot.
The last item Ruki ordered arrived. The Imi ga wakarimasu ka? Café latte. (Do you know what this means? Café latte) As you can imagine, it was quite difficult to say this name to the waiters and waitresses when ordering. There’s a pie chart drawn on the latte, but 90% of it is filled in with the answer “no”.
Ruki: It goes well with the desserts because it isn’t sweet!
If you order from the collaboration menu, you will receive a novelty 2019 New Year’s card… even though we have just started 2018…
Pop Team Epic goods are also selling at the cash register! The variety of goods stretched from stickers, keyrings and manga to toilet paper with scenes from the manga printed on it!
The café is only open until 13th March. Opening times vary depending on the café, so make sure you check the opening times before turning up. Don’t miss out on your chance to eat at the Pop Team Epic collaboration café because the manga is becoming more and more popular!
Check out this link for more information:
https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/89750
Pop Team Epic café, Harajuku
(ポプテピピックカフェ 原宿)
Address：Sweets Paradise, 3rd floor SoLaDo Harajuku, SoLaDo Takeshita Street, 1-8-2, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Café period：Friday 2nd February ～ Tuesday 13th March
Opening hours：Weekdays: 11:00 ～ 20:30
Weekends & national holidays: 10:30 ～ 21:00
Access：5-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Chiyoda line, Meiji-Jingumae, 5th exit
5-minute walk from JR Yamanote line’s Takeshita entrance
TEL：03-6661-8671
URL：http://www.sweets-paradise.jp/shop/kanto/solado-harajuku.html
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Hi everyone, my name is Shiota and I am the Director at the MOSHI MOSHI BOX, the official Harajuku Tourist Information Center.
Today, I am tackling an enquiry that we have been receiving more of at the MOSHI MOSHI BOX recently. And that is, where is 'that' ice cream shop "Eddy's Ice Cream" with the really photogenic-looking ice cream? Let's take a look!
That Pink Building in Ura-Harajuku
Exit Takeshita Street and head towards the street opposite between "Murasaki Sports" and "New Balance," down Meiji-dori, and make a right at Family Mart. Take a right at the first turn and you'll be able to see the 1F of the pink building on your left. There must be a lot of you out there that know where to find the first floor of the second-hand clothes shop Santonibunoichi, right?!
If in doubt, or you get lost finding your way, then be sure to come and see us at the MOSHI MOSHI BOX.
It's called "Eddy's Ice Cream." It was born in Harajuku and is a super-duper cute ice cream shop. The staff in there are really cute and stylish too in their matching uniform t-shirts♡
360° of Pure Photogenic Décor
The interior of the shop is pasted in pink and white. The colour of the walls is particularly something to highlight - the paint job is beautiful! It's the same with the choice of lighting in the shop, white makes the surface of the wall look white. The shop manager even gives them the stamp of approval as "the best walls in Harajuku."
Lots of Photo Spots to Snap Pictures
The décor in the shop was designed in such as way as to make taking photos fun. No matter what spot you choose to take your photo at when in Eddy's Ice Cream, it will look gorgeous.
The most popular spot is by the pink phones. You can even hold the receivers of each telephone.
Ice Cream at Eddy's—An Inevitable Heartthrob
There are already ice creams to pick from on the grand menu of Eddy's Ice Cream where the toppings and everything are decided for you, but you can also customise to your liking - by picking from 10 different varieties of cones, 3 types of ice cream, and 13 toppings.
"I'll take one the most popular ice cream, and one of the manager's recommendations." Upon ordering them...
TA-DA!
My heart skipped a beat. I don't think it's an exaggeration to declare these ice creams as the personifications of kawaii. They should be the standard ice cream, with their toppings you can't find anywhere else!
I've never seen an ice cream pursuing the true essence of kawaii as much as these!
This is the most popular ice cream on the menu - the "Unicorn" (￥1,200).
The milk ice cream is covered in pastel coloured cotton candy, and it even has a chocolate flavoured unicorn in the middle. If you eat the cotton candy and ice cream together they mix to create a satisfying and thick taste. It was a texture I have never experienced before. I highly recommend this one to people with a sweet tooth!
This is the manager's recommendation, the milk flavoured ice cream - with the MOSHI MOSHI BOX initials made out of chocolate and much more. A truly customised MMB original ice cream!!! (￥1,150).
The flavour of the milk is both firm and refreshing, and the balance between the sweetness of the cookie and chocolate was perfect. We'd love for you to try the MOSHI MOSHI BOX ice cream yourselves too!
There's also extra chocolate sauce on hand if you want to change up the flavour of you ice cream some more. It's really nice that they've thought of everything.
Unmissable Popular Drinks!
The drinks at Eddy’s Ice Cream are pink too♡
The beverage on the left is strawberry milk (￥500) which has strawberry paste with bits to give it that fruity punch. The sweet milk that comes with it makes the perfect combination. The beverage on the right is lemon squash (￥500) which contains lemon peel and lemon juice. You can also choose from two colours - blue and pink.
The shop gets seriously crowded in the afternoon, so if you're wanting to take some photos or do a photo shoot then you should aim for the morning or just before closing time.
Be sure to check out Eddy's Ice Cream on your next trip to Harajuku!!
Translation：Joshua Kitosi-Isanga
■Information
Eddy’s Ice Cream
Address: Eddy's Ice Cream 1F, 4 Chome-26-28 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo (住所：東京都渋谷区 神宮前4-26-28 1F)
Opening Hours: 11:00-20:00
Closed: No fixed holidays
TEL: 03-6438-9742
Access: 10 minutes' walk from Harajuku Station via the JR Line / 8 minutes' walk from Meiji Jingumae Station via Tokyo Metro
Official Homepage: http://eddysicecream.jp/
■MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Information CenterMOSHI MOSHI BOX is a tourist information center located at the cross road of Takeshita street, Meiji street, and Harajuku street.
It is stuffed by person with a through knowledge of the Harajuku area. And here, you can get the most up-to-date news of this area.Service list
・free wi-fi
・free water
・free PC& charge
・baggage room
・gift shop
・currency exchangeOpening hours :10:00〜18:00
Closed: The year-end and New Year holidays
TEL:03-2225-6447
Twitter・Instagram @mmb_harajukuRelated Article：Getting much attention on SNS! Check out the Electric Bulbs Soda specialty shop, 「Harajuku Denki Shokai」
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Hi everyone, Midori Blackmore here. I’m a staff person at MOSHI MOSHI BOX.
It’s just too hot these days, isn’t it? This is summer in Japan for you.
Have you ever had the experience where you don’t want to eat anything other than ice cream during summer? All I want to eat is ice cream in summer but the problem is, it makes me fat.
But waistline aside, I went to the new ice cream shop, ROLL ICE CREAM FACTORY and I want to report about this.
Here is some information concerning the location of this ice cream shop. It takes 5 minutes by foot from Tokyo Metro, Meijiingumae Station. It takes 10 minutes by foot from Harajuku Station, Omotesando exit.
This “factory” is located near the No.1 elevator of Meijijingumae Station. After you get off the elevator go straight and then turn at Lawson. It is very near the pancake shop, “Eggs’n Things.”
The outside looks like as you can see in this photo. It looks like a building out of Disneyland, don’t you think? First, I ordered at the cash register. You can order both from the basic menu or you can order a “custom item” yourself.
I ordered the recommended item on the menu, “Cookie Monster” because I don’t have such a challenging spirit. Sorry about that. When I ordered, a young lady made a “Cookie Monster” in front of me. Many people took photos or movies while she was making it. How photogenic this item is, don’t you think! They mixed together both the liquid ice cream and some ingredients on a cool plate and stretched it out thinly.
The young lady then rolled it up. This was very interesting to look at. I was so impressed, I tried to do this when I made Okonomiyaki that evening but I failed. It was very difficult. Maybe these young ladies have had vigorous training.
It is complete after cute decorations are put in place! Yes, it’s very photogenic. I could even make an Instagram account only for this item. It makes for a wonderful photo.
The taste is very rich and it was very filling.It doesn’t melt as easily as other ice creams,So it doesn’t make your fingers sticky. Accordingly, it makes for a great take out item.
What a face I made.
The next time you visit Harajuku, you should try this!
Thank you for your kind attention, from Midori Blackmore.
■informationRelated Article：“Eddy’s Ice Cream”—A Booming Ice Cream Shop With a Colourful Selection in Harajuku Related Article：Popular Giant Cotton Candy Store “Totti Candy Factory” in Harajuku Releases New Summer Rainbow MenuROLL ICE CREAM FACTORY
Address：Just harajuku 1st floor 4-28-12 Jingumae Shibuya-ku Tokyo
Phone number：03-3470-0227
Closing dates: No scheduled holidays
Open time：10：00～21：00
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Hello, everyone. My name is Midori Blackmore and I am a staff person of MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center.
Do you like strawberries? I love strawberries so, I feel happy during this spring season because many desserts using strawberries are released every year.
This time, I visited the very popular shaved ice specialized shop, “SULBING HARAJUKU” from Korea.
The shop is always crowded in summer, but you don’t have to wait to get into the shop during the winter season.
It might sound weird to eat ice cream during winter, but I think it is nice to eat something cold inside a warm room, for some reason.
Eating a shaved ice inside a warm shop is the same!
The shop is located on the 2nd floor of the building where the sports store, SKECHERS is located, near the Takeshita Exit of Harajuku Station (make a right turn after getting out of the exit). The sign of the shop is small so be careful not to miss it.
The inside of the shop is spacious and warm. Many of the customers are women but I saw some groups of men as well. A wide generation of people visit the shop.Secure a table first before making an order at the counter. The product I ordered was a winter-limited, “Nama Ichigo SULBIN”(fresh strawberry shaved ice)!
After ordering, take a buzzer and wait at your seat.
When the buzzer rings, go to the counter and receive your shaved ice.“Nama Ichigo SULBIN”(fresh strawberry shaved ice) 1,400 yen (tax included)
Boom!
The product was bigger than I thought. Look at the size of it!
You will realize that it is not a normal shaved ice as soon as you put it into your mouth.The ice is very fine and has a soft texture. Even when it is cold out, the ice will not result in a “rush to the head”and you will be able enjoy the fresh ice texture.
Also, the shaved ice of this shop has the flavor of milk! The combination of the milk-flavored shaved ice and lots of strawberries goes very well.
Red bean jam paste is inside the shaved ice so you will never get tired of eating this sweets item.
SULBIN HARAJUKU sells many kinds of menu items.
One popular menu item is“Mango Cheese SULBIN” 1,500 yen (tax included)
A popular item that is not a sweets is (food menu)“Mozzarella Toppogi Toast” 1,100 (tax included)For those of you who do not have “a sweet tooth,”I recommend that you share an ice shaving dish with your friends or with your boyfriend.
“Nama Ichigo SULBIN” will be sold until February for sure but it might not be sold in March. Let’s go to the shop as soon as possible!!◼︎InformationSULBING HARAJUKU
Address: 2F, Green Oak Harajuku, 1-14-34, Jingumae, Shibuyaku, Tokyo
Business hours: 10：30 – 20：00（LAST ORDER 19：30）
Fixed holiday: undecided
Access: 58m from the Takeshita exit of JR Yamanote Line - Harajuku Station
1 minute on foot from the 2nd exit of Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line - Meiji Jingu Station
TEL：03-6721-0404
URL：http://www.sulbing.jp/■MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center
MOSHI MOSHI BOX is a tourist information center located at the cross road of Takeshita Street, Meiji Street, and Harajuku Street. The staff there are experts on the Harajuku area. You can get the most up-to-date news of Harajuku from the site.
Services:
Service list
・free wi-fi
・free water
・free PC & charge
・baggage room
・gift shop
・currency exchange
Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00
Closed: The year-end and New Year holidays
Contact: 03-2225-6447
Twitter・Instagram @mmb_harajuku
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Hi, everyone. Ellie here from the MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center.
Recently at the MOSHI MOSHI BOX we've had a lot of people, guys and girls, come in saying that they want to eat some tasty pancakes in Harajuku.
So today, I'm here to recommend some shops that sell pancakes around Harajuku.
Café Casa
"Café Casa" is a long-standing shop whose flavours have remained the same, serving to parents and children through the generations. Everything from the signboard to the illustrated menu and stained glass window created by the owner will leave you feeling cozy. The colour green envelops the café against other vivid colours. Due to customer demand the hot cakes sold there (￥750) have been a familiar item on the menu for almost 20 years. The contrast between the crunchy outside and fluffy inside is exquisite. They're different from your usual pancakes and have a nostalgic feel to them. Combine them with maple syrup and you've got yourself a truly delicious treat.
Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/29317
■InformationCafé Casé (Cafe 香咲)
Address: 3-41-1 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: Weekdays 9:00-20:30 (last orders 20:00) / Weekends & National Holidays 11:30-18:00 (last orders 17:30)
Closed: Mondays (Except when it falls on a national holiday)
TEL: 03-3478-4281
Website: https://cafecasa.net
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This stylish café can be found by walking from Harajuku Station down Takeshita Street for about 5-minutes. When you reach the end, turn right and look for the green signboard. The main food on the menu is pancakes, all of which are made with the best ingredients and made one-by-one after an order comes in. The most popular and recommended item on the menu is the fluffy "Premium Pancake" (￥950). The soft pancake wobbles as the waiter brings it over - it looks like it will collapse just by being placed on the table. Eat this to experience the fluffiest and softest texture you have ever eaten.
Full Article: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/23455
■Informationgram Harajuku
Address: 1-9-30, Jigumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 11:00-21:00
No Fixed Holidays.
TEL: 03-6804-3399
Website: http://www.cafe-gram.com
Bills Tokyo Plaza Omotesando
Bills serve the world's most famous breakfast and were responsible for causing Japan's pancake boom. Located in Tokyo Plaza Omotesando Harajuku, the shop's Australian Ricotta Pancakes. Spread underneath the thick pancake are slices of fresh banana which you eat together with honey comb butter and maple syrup. The marriage between the salty ricotta cheese and sweet syrup is to die for.
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Bills Tokyo Plaza Omotesando Harajuku
Address: Tokyo Plaza Omotesando Harajuku 7F, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 8:30-23:00
No Fixed Holidays.
TEL: 03-5772-1133
Website: http://omohara.tokyu-plaza.com/shopguide/detail_138.html
Jinguen
"Jinguen" is a gallery café located in Ura-Harajuku. Recommended from their menu are their thick homemade hot cakes. The outside of the hot cake is crisp while the middle is silky smooth. Of course, they go really well with maple syrup. You can also add vanilla icing, whipped cream, and chocolate or strawberry sauce.
■InformationJinguen
Address: 3-14-17 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 11:00-19:00 (last orders 18:30)
TEL: 03-6804-3536
No Fixed Holidays.
Website: http://www.jinguen.com
Working Holiday Connections - Harajuku Omotesando YM Square Branch
This café is just a one-minute walk from Meiji Jingu Station via Tokyo Metro on the second floor of YM Square. It has tall glass windows which open up the shop and give you a sense of space. Their original "Manly Pancakes" draw a line between standard pancakes and the recent emerging thick and fluffy pancakes to unveil an original and unique texture. The subtle flavour of the eggs make the pancakes melt-in-the-mouth and match perfectly with syrup and fresh cream.
■InformationWorking Holiday Connections - Harajuku Omotesando YM Square Branch
Address: YM Square Harajuku 2F, 4-31-10 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: [Monday-Tuesday] Café Lunch 11:00-18:00 / [Wednesday-Sunday] Café Lunch 11:00-17:00 / Dinner 17:00-23:00
No Fixed Holidays.
TEL: 03-6434-0359
Website: http://wh-c.jp/
Sunday Jam - Harajuku Branch
This place's specialty menu item is their Honolulu Pancakes. They're incredibly thick, with a crumbly outside and soft middle. These luxurious pancakes have a special flavour made for adults. They are drizzled with butter and fresh cream, and you can choose sausages or bacon to go with them. Eating them with your choice of honey or maple syrup is simply irresistible!
■InformationSunday Jam - Harajuku Branch
Address: Lucessimo 2F, 4-28-28 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: Weekdays 11:00-21:00 (Lunch 11:00-14:00) / Weekends & Holidays 9:00-21:00
No Fixed Holidays.
TEL: 03-3478-5707
Webpage: http://www.transit-web.com/shop/sundayjam/index.php
Did you like this list? Try and find your favourite pancakes while in Harajuku!
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Hi, everyone! I'm Ellie, and I work over at the MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center.
Have you ever had it when you're hungry and the only thing you want to pig out on is hamburgers? Did you know, there's actually a bunch of hamburger shops in Harajuku that not many people know about yet? The burger there are really filling, so they're great for either lunch or dinner.
Let's take a look at some of these Harajuku hamburger shops.
Cafe Hohokam
This hamburger shop is located just behind the MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center. They have open half-terrace seats where the sun shines in, and the stylish, relaxed interior is a characteristic feature. The buns are specially made using natural yeast. Their flavour is so rich you could even eat them without any ingredients. The chewy meat patty that sits between the fluffy bun is simply irresistible.
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Cafe Hohokam
Address: 2F, 3-22-14, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: Monday - Sunday 11:30-23:00 (last orders 22:30) / Lunch: Monday - Friday 11:30-16:00
No fixed holidays.
TEL: 03-5775-5708
Website: http://www.cafe-hohokam.com/
THE GREAT BURGER
It goes without saying that this is a famous hamburger shop. Even in the big city, it stands out as one of the best, bustling with customers every single day. They are praised for the perfect compatibility between the seriously juicy patty and the buns, which are specially made from natural yeast. They are recognised for their stylishly arranged American-style store, and of course the flavour of their burgers.■Information
THE GREAT BURGER
Address: 1F, 6-12-5, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 10:30-23:00 (last orders 22:30) No fixed holidays.
TEL: 03-3406-1215
Website: http://www.the-great-burger.com/
E・A・TCNN, the biggest television channel in the US, chose E・A・T as one of the best new restaurants in Tokyo in 2010. It offers authentic Californian dining, made possible by French chef Michi, who was selected as one of the top 10 chefs in Los Angeles twice between 1997-2008. The burgers at plump and fat but don't sit heavy on your stomach, so you'll make short work of them in no time at all.
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E・A・T
Address: 2-27-18 Minamiaoyama, Minato, Tokyo
Opening Hours: Lunch - 11:30-17:00 / Dinner - 18:00-23:00 (last orders 22:00)
No fixed holidays.
TEL: 03-6459-2432
ZipZap
ZipZap is one for adults, designed around the concept of 'resort & relax'. You can expect to enjoy a relaxing time here, allow you to break away from the tumult of the busy city. You won't tire of the flavour of their New York style hamburgers, no matter how many times you go to eat them. And if you go during dinner time, you can stuff your cheeks with a burger in one hand and alcohol in the other.■Information
ZipZap
Address: Sakai Bldg. 1F, 6-9-11 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 11:30-23:00
TEL: 03-3499-1150
Website: http://www.zip-zap.jp/
Teddy's Bigger Burgers - Omotesando BranchCountless TV programs have covered this hugely popular burger chain. It has been voted Hawaii's best burger since 2001. The owner is particular about every ingredient on the menu, and you'll be able to tell once you sink your teeth into a burger there. The restaurant is spacious, giving a sense of liberation, and the interior decor is styled in a Hawaiian fashion. When you enter, you'll think you've just stepped into Hawaii.
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Teddy's Bigger Burgers (Omotesando branch)
Address: Miyazaki Bldg. 2F, 6-28-5 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 11:00-23:00 (last orders 22:00) All Week
No fixed holidays.
TEL: 03-5774-2288
Website: http://tbbjapan.co.jp/
GOLDEN BROWN
GOLDEN BROWN classic-style burgers that can be enjoyed in a vintage environment. The outside is reminiscent of 1950s America, and the soft orange lights, together with the relaxing wooden decor, offers a comfortable atmosphere. The burgers are loved for having that authentic New York taste.■Information
GOLDEN BROWN
Address: Omotesando Hills 3F, 4-12-1 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 11:00-23:00 / Sunday 11:00-22:00 No fixed holidays.
TEL: 03-6438-9297
Webpage: http://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1306/A130602/13100291/
San Francisco PeaksSan Francisco Peaks is famous as being like Ura-Harajuku's west coast. It's a modern shop that serves mainly pancakes and hamburgers, complete with retro furniture and chic walls that present a calm ambiance. I recommend this one for people that want to enjoy a hamburger in peace at lunchtime on their day off. Their buns are made from specially made natural yeast and are cooked brown. They're to die for!
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San Francisco Peaks
Address: 3-28-7 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours:
[Monday to Friday] Breakfast 8:00-11:15 / Lunch 11:30-16:00 / Dinner 16:00-23:00 (last orders 22:30)
[Sunday & Holidays] Breakfast 9:00-11:15 / Lunch & Dinner 11:30-23:00 (last orders 22:30)
Closed: New Year's Holidays
TEL: 03-5775-5707
Are you feeling hungry now from this reading list? Make use of it and master all the burger shops in Harajuku!
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Hi, everyone! Ellie here, I work at the MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center.
A question we’ve been getting a lot at the MOSHI MOSHI BOX recently is about cafés where you can sit down – ones with free spaces. Harajuku is particularly crowded on weekends and holidays, so you do need a little courage when heading to a café there, right?
So today, I’m going to show you some little-known good cafés in Harajuku!
Shuu – Harjauku Omotesando Branch
“Shuu” is a café just one minutes’ walk from Harajuku Station. It has a really relaxed and retro atmosphere. The seats are roomy, and they even have lots of sofas, so you can spend a super chill time there. There’s also spacious VIP seats which may be relief to some adults out there. As well as the regular set menu, the café also serves up seasonal menus, so be sure to check it out.■Information
Shuu – Harajuku Omotesando Branch (珈琲茶館 集 原宿表参道店)
Address: Taisei Bldg. B1, 1-13-11Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 10:00-23:00
No fixed holidays.
TEL: 03-3423-9841
Webpage: https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1306/A130601/13045118/
cafe na.This small café can be found along Meiji-dori which neighbours the traffic lights at the exit of Takeshita Street. It’s on the 3rd floor of a mixed residence building, so I reckon there’s not a lot of people who know of this place. It has a retro-decorated interior. They’re known for their omurice! The mild cheese and gentle flavour of the Japanese style dashi is to die for.
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cafe na. (カフェ ナ．)
Address: Mener Jingumae 3F, 1-8-5 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 12:00-24:00
Closed: Mondays
TEL: 03-5474-5457
Website: http://www.cafena.net
cafe masumiya
This café is about 3-minutes by foot from Harajuku Station towards the lanes. I recommend their handmade sandwiches which come absolutely stuffed with fresh vegetables and juicy chicken. The interior décor is wooden, giving it a calm vibe where you can spend a relaxing time. If you love bread, then this café will be irresistible for you.
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cafe masumiya (カフェ・マスミヤ)
Address: No Surrender Bldg. 1F, 1-20-13 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Open: Weekdays 9:00-19:00 (last orders 18:30) / Saturdays & Holidays 10:00-19:00 (last orders 18:30)
Closed: Mondays
TEL: 050-1217-5131
Website: http://cafe-masumiya.com/index.html
Enseigne d’angle
Enseigne d’angle is a 5-minute walk from Harajuku Station via the Takeshita Exit. It’s a coffee shop that stands still and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of Harajuku’s crowded streets. They’re famous for their “Kohaku Jouou” beverage and “Croque-monsieur.” They serve up authentic coffee and meals in a relaxed, calm environment.
Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/55919
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Enseigne d’angle
Address: Komashin Building B1F, 3-61-11 Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 10:00-23:00
No fixed holidays.
TEL: 03-3405-4482
Café Morinoterasu
Just a 1-minute walk from JR Harajuku Station or Meiji-Jingumae Station lies the Meiji Shrine. Just before the first torii gate you will find Café Morinoterasu, a tranquil place enveloped in nature. You can feel the warmth of the trees inside the café. The counters and chairs were made from old, withering trees on the shrine grounds. I recommend the eclairs and croissants prepared every day, or the tofu milk gelato. Not many people know about this hidden gem yet.
Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/51035
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Café Morinotetasu
Address: 1-1 Yoyogikamizonocho, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 9:00 to gate closure (last orders 30-mins before gate closure)
TEL:03-3379-5511
sorama gallery+coffee
You’ll know you’ve found “sorama gallery+coffee” once you see its red doors. To find it, leave the 5th exit of Meiji Jingumae Station and head past the nearby McDonalds and Senbikiya. If you then turn left just before the Ukiyo-e Ōta Memorial Museum of Art, you’ll find it there. The cafè is small and compact with just a wooden bench for about 3 people to sit on as well as a number of individual stools. The sunlight pours through into the shop, and because of its wooden interior, you can stay nice and warm. It’s so relaxing there that you won’t even see the time fly by.
Full Details:https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/32960
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sorama gallery+coffee
Address: Dohi Bldg., 1-12-6 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
TEL: 03-3423-2370
Opening Hours: 9:30-11:00 / 12:00-19:00
Closed: Mondays, Tuesdays, National Holidays
Homepage: http://sorama.tokyo/coffee/
Did you enjoy this list? If you’re out in Harajuku and need a breather from the crowds, then please be sure find one of these hidden cafés and take some time to relax. And if you’re not sure how to get to any of these places, then pop into the MOSHI MOSHI BOX and we’ll help.
■MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center
MOSHI MOSHI BOX is a tourist information center located at the cross road of Takeshita Street, Meiji Street, and Harajuku Street. The staff there are experts on the Harajuku area. You can get the most up-to-date news of Harajuku from the site.
Services:
Service list
・free wi-fi
・free water
・free PC & charge
・baggage room
・gift shop
・currency exchange
Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00
Closed: The year-end and New Year holidays
Contact: 03-2225-6447
Twitter・Instagram @mmb_harajuku
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Harajuku-based Brand KAWAII MONSTER CAFE Opens a Traveling Shop, Halloween Pop-Up Shop Opens in Harajuku
The Harajuku-based brand KAWAII MONSTER CAFE has announced a traveling store, KAWAII MONSTER SHOP. As the project’s first event, a Halloween pop-up shop named ‘KAWAII MONSTER SHOP - Colorful Halloween’ will open for 10 days starting October 19 in the birthplace of the brand, Harajuku. KAWAII MONSTER CAFE is an entertainment restaurant that embodies the vibe of Harajuku in Tokyo, a town that swallows fashion and culture from places around the world and reimagines them into unrestrained originality. Originally opened in 2015 and produced by artist Sebastian Masuda, the colorful and crazy space offered photogenic food and drinks, and guests were served by the iconic Monster Girls clad in future Harajuku fashion. It became a ‘new Tokyo landmark,’ attracting over 700,000 visitors from both Japan and abroad. Even after the restaurant closed in January 2021, its one-of-a-kind concept has lived on in pop-up shops, events, and collaborations with various brands and creators. The pop-up shop, open in Harajuku for a limited time starting October 19, offers food and drinks, merchandise, special experiences, and photo spots themed around the spooky Halloween season. Additionally, a collaboration with the popular Harajuku accessory store 6%DOKIDOKI will be held from October 19-22. Colorful hair accessories will be on sale, and shop girls with Monster Girls makeup experience will be giving seasonal makeovers to visitors.■FOOD & DRINK
During the first half of the event, the pop-up shop will be serving food made in collaboration with the hot dog specialty restaurant HOTDOG CAFE STAND STATION TOKYO. The limited-edition menu includes the crazy Monster Dog, consisting of a monster holding a sausage in its mouth, and the monstrous Philly Cheesesteak, made with juicy tenderloin and tons of cheese. The second half of the event will feature the Colorful Pop Burger Blue Monster (Teriyaki Chicken) from KAWAII MONSTER CAFE’s popular menu, along with French Fries with Monster Dip served with five different colorful sauces. Visitors are welcome to get into the Halloween spirit by enjoying the Monster Float during the pop-up event.<10/19~10/22 Exclusive Menu> Monster Dog: ¥880 (Tax Included) *In collaboration with HOTDOG CAFE STAND STATION TOKYO Philly Cheesesteak: ¥1,350 (Tax Included) *In collaboration with HOTDOG CAFE STAND STATION TOKYO <10/26~10/31 Exclusive Menu> Colorful Pop Burger Blue Monster (Teriyaki Chicken): ¥1,200 (Tax Included) French Fries with Monster Dip: ¥700 (Tax Included) Monster Float: ¥800 [Rose/Passionfruit/Kyoho Grape] ■GOODS
New KAWAII MONSTER CAFE goods will make their first appearance at this pop-up shop! Guests can visit the Sweets Factory to create their own candy assortment by filling their favorite containers with chocolates, gummies, and other goodies. Harajuku Icing Cookies will also be available in collaboration with SHONPY, a popular cake shop. Be sure to grab some incredible souvenirs! In addition, popular KAWAII MONSTER CAFE collaboration items from years past will be available, along with adorable plushies from the globally beloved brand Ty. Visitors can also snag some unique zipit pouches and flexible PLUS PLUS blocks starting October 26.■EXPERIENCE
During the event, KAWAII MONSTER CAFE’s iconic Monster Girls and the character Choppy will greet guests and take photos, as well as shoot cute Halloween-inspired videos together. Visitors wishing to be transformed into Monster Girls themselves can speak to the store girls, clad in Decora fashion and rocking accessories from 6%DOKIDOKI. These ladies will provide POP Harajuku Monster makeovers featuring original tattoo stickers and unique hair accessories to get you ready for Halloween.■PHOTO SPOT
At the event, guests will find the 3-meter tall Sweets Cake Balloon inspired by the Sweets-Go-Round Cake, the symbol of KAWAII MONSTER CAFE. Surrounded by colorful decorations and captivating monsters, visitors are sure to leave with plenty of special memories.Guests of all ages are invited to spend the Halloween season surrounded by the unique wonders of Harajuku! Information
KAWAII MONSTER SHOP – Colorful Halloween
Running: October 19, 2023 – October 22, 2023/ October 26, 2023 – October 31,2023
Open: 12:00〜19:00
Venue: ASOBIFACTORY（3-21-8, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo)
Access: 7 minutes walk from JR Harajuku Station, 5 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Meiji-jingumae StationBe sure to follow where the pop-up shop will appear in the future!
Interested companies are welcome to contact us.
Learn more about KAWAII MONSTER CAFE here
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HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE, a Collaboration Between Hot Topic & Studio Ghibli, Gets Pop-Up Store at Shinsaibashi PARCO
Last year, the HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE collaboration appeared at AF Gallery in Harajuku from August 10 until August 28, garnering massive acclaim from fans. The collection is now being sold at Shinsaibashi PARCO until March 12, 2023.
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE is a Studio Ghibli-inspired apparel collection by the popular American counterculture chain Hot Topic. Bringing more Japanese culture to the ongoing Studio Ghibli collaboration launched in 2014, Hot Topic stores began selling original items produced by nine Japanese creators and brands, as well as some original American items produced by Hot Topic’s executive designers.
The lineup of Japan-original items includes T-shirts, tote bags, and other items featuring exclusive artwork by up-and-coming creators. These items depict beloved characters from Studio Ghibli’s works, as well as logos created for the collaboration. Fans won’t want to miss grabbing these unique items!
Details on the Previous HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Pop-Up Store: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/ja/625747
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HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE
Running: February 23 – March 12, 2023
Hours: 10:00-20:00
Venue: Shinsaibashi PARCO B1F Pop-Up Space (1-8-3 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka)
Official Site: https://ghibli-harajukucollective-ec.com
Online Store (Open until March 31, 2023): https://ec.ghibli-harajukucollective-ec.com
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Official SNS:
Instagram: @harajuku_collective
(https://www.instagram.com/harajuku_collective）
Twitter: @harajuku_collect (https://twitter.com/harajukucollect)
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To commemorate the 20th anniversary of Rilakkuma and his adorable friends, the Rilakkuma 20th Anniversary Cafe will open in Omotesando, Tokyo from March 9 until April 16, 2023. You’ll want to come and spend a peaceful time looking back at two decades of everyone’s favorite lazy bear! The menu features colorful and festive dishes inspired by Rilakkuma, Korilakkuma, Kiiroitori, and Chairoikoguma. The characters express their thanks for 20 successful years, and fans can enjoy floats topped with Rilakkuma and friends wearing ribbons and topped with ice cream, a jelly soda inspired by Chairoikoguma and his friends in the honey forest, and a hot drink inspired by Rilakkuma's favorite pudding.
Menu
Rilakkuma’s Honey Mustard Hamburger
コリラックマのクリームパスタ
Korilakkuma’s Cream Pasta
Kiiroitori’s Egg Burger
Chairoikoguma’s Cheese Curry
Rilakkuma and Friend’s Celebratory Cake
Congratulatory Flower Parfait
You Can Choose♪ Rilakkuma and Friends Mini Ice Cream
You Can Choose♪ Rilakkuma and Friends Floats
Honey Forest Jelly Soda
Relaxing Pudding Drink
Take-Out Drink Bottle
Original Merch
Acrylic Clip (7 varieties, random)
Acrylic Keychain (5 varieties, random)
Mini-Bottle / Muddler with Charm (4 varieties)
Lunch Tote / Drawstring Bag
Acrylic Stand with Clip / Cork Coaster
Stuffed Animal
In addition, the cafe will offer original goods, special offers, and a Twitter campaign to celebrate Rilakkuma's 20th anniversary.
Come enjoy the elaborate original menu and goods while sharing memories at this limited time themed cafe!
©2023 San-X Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.Information
RILAKKUMA 20th Anniversary Cafe
Venue: BOX cafe&space Omotesando
Running: March 9 – April 16, 2023
Address: Pine Under Flat B1F (5-13-2 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
Reservation Fee: ¥715 (Tax included) *Reservations include bonuses.
*Reservations can be made for up to four guests per application.Online Shop: https://rilakkuma20th-cafe.jp/online_store/
Sales Open: March 9, 15:00 – April 16, 23:59
(Items will ship starting in early May 2023.)
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Laforet Harajuku will host a pop-up shop inspired by the up-and-coming idol group FRUITS ZIPPER from February 1 until February 14! The FRUITS ZIPPER Valentine Pop-Up Shop will be found on the 5th floor MAKE THE STAGE area. FRUITS ZIPPER debuted in April 2022 and embodies a simple concept: “From Harajuku to the World.” The group’s second single Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro exploded in popularity on TikTok, pulling in over 600 million views. In February, the girls will embark on their first solo concert tour in Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. This is the first FRUITS ZIPPER-inspired limited-time shop, and during the event, visuals of the group’s members will be displayed in the show windows found on the first floor of Laforet Harajuku.
◆About the FRUITS ZIPPER Valentine Pop-Up Shop
When entering the venue, fans will be greeted by a 5-meter-wide board where visitors can write and attach their messages to the FRUITS ZIPPER members on heart-shaped cards. Costumes that the members have worn on stage will also be on display, allowing fans to see each stitch up close. Exclusive items featuring new photos of the members will be on sale at the pop-up shop. Fans can enjoy seeing the girls in their own personal style, and these items will only be available during the event! Starting February 4, tour merch for the group’s upcoming solo concert series will also be available for purchase.◆Collaboration with Fruit Sandwich Specialty Store ‘Fruits Box Daikanyama’
Last year’s popular collaboration with Fruit Box Daikanyama, a well-known fruit sandwich shop, is happening again in 2023! Fans can find the Collaboration Gift Box for sale, including seven baked meringue goods each featuring one of the member’s colors. The box also comes with snapshots of the members, and for a few lucky fans, these snaps might be signed! The idol group and sandwich shop have also teamed up to create the Collaborative Lucky Grab Bag Lottery, including popular FRUITS ZIPPER goods and original items from Fruits Box Daikanyama. The lucky first-prize winner will receive a special set of all available February tour merchandise in all sizes.◆Member Appearance Planned on Valentine's Day
On February 14, the final day of the pop-up shop, the members of FRUITS ZIPPER will make an appearance! Guests will be able to participate in the first-ever hands-on event with the members, so keep an eye out for more details! Stay up to date with the latest FRUITS ZIPPER news at the official Twitter page (@FRUITS_ZIPPER). FRUITS ZIPPER Pop-Up Shop Exclusive GoodsRandom Photo - Valentine pop-up ver. (21 varieties): ¥330 (Tax Included) Random Pin - Valentine pop-up ver. (7 varieties): ¥500 (Tax Included) Random Purikura Stickers - Valentine pop-up ver. (14 varieties): ¥600 (Tax Included) Information
FRUITS ZIPPER Valentine POP-UP SHOP
Running: February 1 – February 14, 2023
Venue: Laforet Harajuku 5F MAKE THE STAGE
*Closed on February 7 and February 8[Fruits Box Daikanyama Collaboration Goods]
Collaboration Gift Box: ¥3,500 (Tax Included)
Collaborative Lucky Grab Bag Lottery: ¥1,500 per try (Tax Included)Check out more details about the pop-up below!
https://www.laforet.ne.jp/pop_up_shop/fruitszipper_2301/Stay up to date:
FRUITS ZIPPER Official Twitter
https://twitter.com/FRUITS_ZIPPER/<Tour Information>
FRUITS ZIPPER 1st LIVE TOUR 2023 WINTERDate: February 3, 2023
Venue: ReNY limited
Time: Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 18:30
Contact: Sunday Folk Promotion (052-320-9100) *Open daily 12:00-18:00Date: February 5, 2023
Venue: Nanba Hatch
Time: Doors open 16:30 / Show starts 17:30
Contact: Kyodo Information (0570-200-888)FRUITS ZIPPER 1st LIVE TOUR 2023 WINTER 〜FRUITS DAY〜
Date: February 9, 2023
Venue: Shibuya WWW X
Time: Doors open 18:00 / Show starts 19:00
Contact: HOT STUFF PROMOTION (03-5720-9999) *Open weekdays 11:00-19:00FRUITS ZIPPER 1st LIVE TOUR 2023 WINTER 〜ZIPPER DAY〜
Date: February 10, 2023
Venue: Shibuya WWW X
Time: Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 18:30
Contact: HOT STUFF PROMOTION (03-5720-9999) *Open weekdays 11:00-19:00FRUITS ZIPPER 1st LIVE TOUR 2023 WINTER -TOUR FINAL –
Date: February 12, 2023
Venue: LINE CUBE SHIBUYA
Time: Doors open 17:00 / Show starts 18:00
Contact: Sunrise Promotion Tokyo (0570-00-3777) *Open weekdays 12:00-15:00Buy tickets for all shows here: https://l-tike.com/artist/000000000899959/
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The Winter 2022-2023 issue of the revived fashion creator magazine Zipper went on sale on December 23. This issue focuses on this winter’s must-know trends and is packed with coordination tips, outfit plans through spring, snapshots, hair and makeup tips, and much more. Zipper ended its 24-year history in December 2017. In March 2022, ASOBISYSTEM teamed up with DONUTS Inc. to revive the magazine as a quarterly release. The fashion magazine, popular with Gen Z, is known for sharing details aspects of Harajuku culture and will continue to share more from the creative center of Tokyo for years to come.
Standard Edition (Cover: Nagisa Saito)
Another Edition (Cover: FRUITS ZIPPER）
Information
Zipper 2022-2023 Winter Issue
Release Date: December 23, 2022
Price: ¥700
Publisher: DONUTS
Publishing Company: ShodenshaAvailable at bookstores nationwide and online
Amazon
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Kobe is filled with famous sightseeing spots like the nostalgic Ijinkan neighborhood and port. The city is packed with fashionable shops and restaurants and is highly regarded for its selection of tasty sweets!The port city, with over 150 years of history, has fostered a unique and diverse culinary culture. Recently, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu began starring in a series of promotional videos for the Gastropolis Kobe project. The artist traveled to the city to partake in plenty of delicious treats, and MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON went along for the ride! Here are some of the singer's favorite spots around town.
Kobe, known as a city where East meets West, is lined with sweets shops that are unique to the area. The tea salon TOOTH TOOTH Dekoboko Sabo opened in 2019 in the Kobe City Museum and offers a menu that mixes Western food and sweets with tea and ingredients from traditional Japanese cuisine. Kyary ordered the Dekoboko Sabo Afternoon Tea Set, a collection of western sweets blended with the essence of traditional Japanese flavors. Guests are invited to enjoy their tea and sweets in a one-of-a-kind space filled with Meiji period flare and retro Western furniture. Those interested will need to make a reservation, so be sure to remember the next time you’re in Kobe. TOOTH TOOTH Decoboco SaboAddress: 24 Kyomachi, Chuo Ward, Kobe (Inside the Kobe City Museum)Hours: 9:30-17:30 (Last Order at 16:30) Closed MondaysOfficial Site: https://toothtooth.com/restaurant/decoboco-sabo The next stop was Kobe Nankin-machi, one of the three major Chinatowns in Japan. Kobe MILK is known nationwide for its Apricot Pudding, which is made with local ingredients. The raw apricot pudding is mixed with milk brought from the foot of Mt. Rokko and other ingredients from Hyogo Prefecture. Of course, Kyary ordered some, and was amazed by its fluffy texture. You can only enjoy it in Kobe–also, the shop sells other puddings mixed with seasonal fruits, so don’t miss those either! Kobe MILKAddress: Shin-Motomachi Building 1F (1 Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe)Hours: Weekdays 9:30-19:00 / Weekends 9:30-19:30Official Site: https://kobe-milk.com For Kyary’s final stop, the singer visited the Moore House, a cafe located in a building with over 100 years of history. Guests are surrounded by greenery, and the Western-style building is incredibly elegant. The Strawberry Mille-feuille Kyary ordered was created by an expert patissier and based on the strawberry mille-feuille recipe from the legendary French restaurant Maxim’s de Paris in Ginza. A generous amount of custard cream complements the crispy pie crust and enhances the sweetness of the fresh strawberries. We’d recommend it with a glass of champagne–if you’re of age. Kitano Ijin-kan Moore HouseAddress: 2-9-3 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, KobeHours: 11:00-17:00Closed TuesdaysOfficial Site: https://www.kitanomoore.com/cafe/ The streets of Kobe are packed with sweets that you can only enjoy if you visit. Why not come experience these incredible spots like Kyary did? Kobe Sweets Trailer: https://youtu.be/Sx9B1ZdAvlI