A practical traveler’s guide to Japanese vending machines, including hot and cold drinks, payment methods, etiquette, useful locations, late-night tips, and common mistakes to avoid.
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Yatsuhashi: A Unique and Flavorful Souvenir from Kyoto
Walk into any souvenir shop in Kyoto and you’ll almost always find neatly arranged boxes of triangle-shaped sweets. These are yatsuhashi (八ツ橋), one of Kyoto’s most iconic and beloved confections. For many travelers, yatsuhashi becomes “that one sweet from Kyoto”—the fragrance of cinnamon, the soft bite of the dough, and …
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