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Japan’s Traditional Kissa Coffee Shops Hit a 1981 Peak, Then Declined—Now Shōwa-Retro Cafés Fight Back

Japan’s traditional kissa coffee shops reached their height in 1981 before a long decline. The article looks at how Shōwa-retro cafés are responding to chain competition, including Starbucks, and working to make a comeback.

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Japan's traditional kissa coffee shops peaked in 1981 but have steadily declined since. Here's how the Shōwa-retro cafés are fighting back against chains like Starbucks and staging a comeback.
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Japan’s Traditional Kissa Coffee Shops Hit a 1981 Peak, Then Declined—Now Shōwa-Retro Cafés Fight Back

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Japan's traditional kissa coffee shops peaked in 1981 but have steadily declined since. Here's how the Shōwa-retro cafés are fighting back against chains like Starbucks and staging a comeback.

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