Parlor Ako — Restaurant in Komatsu

Completely charming, in a world of its own. Where do I start? Owner is passionate about hi-fi, and turns up the lush warm jazz music on his vintage JBLs when we entered the store. Its a sleepy neighbourhood not far from the Komatsu station.

As both a coffee nut and audio enthusiast, I wished I had an hour more to spare before the next train arrived. But it’s almost worth missing the train for. I reluctantly finish up my iced coffee and leave from my swiveling red leatherette chair.

Few places left in the world still living and breathing utter old-world 70s authenticity. Might travel 3 hours again to...

A very classical atmospheric coffee shop. The shop has been opened for 53 years, serving coffee and toast. The owner collects vinyl and tapes of classic and jazz music. He also turn the music on when we were inside the shop. I have been here 3 times already and will definitely come again for enjoying a nice coffee with really good...

What an absolutely darling experience. The 89 year old owner has been in business for 51 years in 2020. He collects vintage sound systems which creates a fabulous retro experience....