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LC's avatar

Great posts!

I also recommend Eigakan Jazz (in Bunkyo City).

The owner - Yoshida-san - has over the years assembled an insane - and insanely great - hifi over the years, and I understand that he built many of the components himself. See pictures on this page by yours truly (about halfway down https://forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/vinyl-shops-in-tokyo-japan-and-japan-in-general.340442/page-49)

The great thing about Kissas and the like is that they have - for want of a better word - personality. You feel as if you are being welcomed into the home of an interested and like-minded person.

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Joel Condemi's avatar

Thank you! Eigakan Jazz is most certainly on my list for next time. That sounds amazing and the pictures are fantastic!

That sums up the very best kissas perfectly. They honestly do feel like you’re stepping into someone’s home. They’re such unique places. Thanks for sharing!

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Joaney's avatar

I went to The Eagle last year for a seminar by a Japanese jazz expert. I loved how the owners took care of everyone’s listening experience during the session.

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Joel Condemi's avatar

How amazing! I’d love to know more about the seminar. Was it an industry thing or open to everyone? You’re totally right about how much care the owners put into the listening. Had the same experience during my visit.

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Joaney's avatar

Here is the link to the seminar - https://www.instagram.com/p/DFNB3FrPhtN/

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Joel Condemi's avatar

Amazing, thanks so much!

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a.'s avatar

i love kissas!! this was a fun read :)

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Joel Condemi's avatar

I'm really glad to hear that! Thanks for reading.

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