When Starbucks opened its first store in Ginza, Tokyo, in 1996, it marked more than just the arrival of a global coffee chain—it ushered in a new era in Japan’s coffee culture. At the time, traditional kissaten coffee shops dominated the scene, where patrons enjoyed coffee slowly, savoring every moment of indulgence. Starbucks introduced a…… Continue reading From Ginza to Steam Milk: My Journey with Starbucks
