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Crafting Your Own Kakimori Ink: A 45-Minute Deep Dive into Tokyo’s Best Custom Ink Workshop

2026年3月12日 by CityNomix

Black hanging cube sign for the ink stand.

Discovering the Endless Obsession of Kakimori Ink in Kuramae Yesterday, I visited Kakimori in Kuramae. Specifically, my goal was to create a stylish custom notebook. However, I completely fell in love with their craftsmanship. Therefore, I decided to take on a new creative challenge. Furthermore, the friendly staff suggested creating an original custom Continue reading “Crafting Your Own Kakimori Ink: A 45-Minute Deep Dive into Tokyo’s Best Custom Ink Workshop”

Kuramae Coffee Guide: WESTSIDE COFFEE Review – Light Roasts & Tiramisu

2026年2月17日 by CityNomix

Coffee bean menu cards displayed on a metal counter, featuring various single-origin options like Mexico, Kenya, China, Colombia, and Costa Rica with prices and flavor notes

This is CityNomix. Kuramae, located on the east side of Tokyo along the Sumida River, is often dubbed “Tokyo’s Brooklyn.” Once a district known for toy wholesalers and craftsmen, it has transformed into a cultural hub where renovated warehouses host stylish cafes and lifestyle shops. For a digital marketer like myself, walking through this Continue reading “Kuramae Coffee Guide: WESTSIDE COFFEE Review – Light Roasts & Tiramisu”

A Little Europe in Kuramae: Exquisite Cake Pairings at “Kissa Hangetsu”

2026年2月14日2026年2月13日 by CityNomix

Flower-shaped brass sign plate engraved with the Japanese text 'Hangetsu' embedded in a wooden pillar

This is CityNomix. Kuramae, located on the east side of Tokyo, is often dubbed “Tokyo’s Brooklyn” due to its concentration of renovated warehouses, artisan shops, and trendy coffee stands. It’s a vibrant hub of culture where the old meets the new. However, the place I want to introduce to you today isn’t Brooklyn. Continue reading “A Little Europe in Kuramae: Exquisite Cake Pairings at “Kissa Hangetsu””