Art of Sake 600 Yen Cup of Coffee ...
... a trip to Japan would not be complete without having an overpriced $8 cup of coffee! For some reason, it's ridiculously expensive here, and while I won't pretend that it's worth the exorbitant cost, it's usually tasty, rich and smooth. Also on offer was a much cheaper yuzu drink, almost syrupy sweet with honey. Fujikawaguchiko has tons of higher-end hotels fronting the lake, so we took advantage of one of these tranquil, pretty spots for a little relaxation, after a tiring day of sightseeing.
In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more 
