I stopped by YouMe Town Takamatsu during my trip and didn’t expect it to be such a paradise for shopping and food! From MUJI and GU to all kinds of household goods stores, there was so much to browse. You can also grab lunch at one of the restaurants and recharge for the rest of your trip. Don’t miss UNIQLO on the third floor either! It’s a great value for stocking up on basics and layering pieces all at once.
YouMe Town Takamatsu | Review by Linda Liao
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Kappabashi Dougu Street®
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Japanese vessel Dengama
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This place is truly a paradise for lovers of pottery and traditional crafts. The calm, elegant atmosphere inside lets you slow down and carefully appreciate the delicate textures and craftsmanship of Arita ware and pieces from renowned kilns around Japan. Just quietly looking at these beautiful vessels makes me incredibly happy. The cute cups I was lucky enough to find and buy this time have now become favorites at home. I take them out every afternoon for tea, adding a little sense of occasion to everyday life~
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