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Coin Nihonbashi: A Hidden Cafe & Bar in a Former Bank Vault

2026年1月28日 by CityNomix

Overhead view of coffee, a glass teapot, banana cake with whipped cream, and an iced pound cake arranged on a stump-like wooden table

Nihonbashi Kabutocho was once known purely as Tokyo’s financial district, a forest of cold office buildings. However, in recent years, it has undergone a dramatic transformation. It is now a cultural hub where historical architecture blends with stylish shops and restaurants. A symbol of this renaissance is “Bank,” a complex renovated from a former bank Continue reading “Coin Nihonbashi: A Hidden Cafe & Bar in a Former Bank Vault”

Retronomi: The Only Stop You Need for Vintage Shopping in Helsinki

2026年1月28日2025年9月17日 by CityNomix

Five pieces of vintage tableware on a wooden table: a blue cup and saucer, a yellow plate with a floral pattern, a creamer with stripes, a creamer with a strawberry pattern, and an iittala glass dessert bowl.

A Sun-Drenched Welcome to Helsinki’s Premier Vintage Shopping Destination It was the final day of my stay in Helsinki. A formidable heatwave had descended upon the city, with a brilliant sun beating down as if to savor the last moments of summer. Earlier in my trip, I had explored the famous Hietalahti flea market, an Continue reading “Retronomi: The Only Stop You Need for Vintage Shopping in Helsinki”