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James Minney's avatar

I love this! We have a place near us which we call - yes - "Grumpy coffee". It has a handwritten sign at the door "If you're in a hurry, go away" お急ぎの方ご遠慮ください. The coffee is good and the jazz (played from a huge collection of vinyl) is good.

So next time I'm in Tsuruoka, I've gotta go to Mr Kadowaki!

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Tim Bunting - Kiwi Yamabushi's avatar

James! Thanks for the comment! Yes, you should definitely go. I'd be happy to take you, maybe another hike up Gassan is in order? Or perhaps somewhere more tame like Kinbo-san :)

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Francis Turner's avatar

If I ever have a reason to visit Tsuruoka then I'll bear this in mind.

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Tim Bunting - Kiwi Yamabushi's avatar

It’s definitely worth it, even if you’re not anywhere nearby!

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