喫茶店
kissatenA café or coffee shop where customers can drink coffee, tea, and other beverages, often with light meals or snacks.
喫茶店でコーヒーを飲みながら本を読んだ。
I drank coffee and read a book at a café.
新しい喫茶店が駅前にオープンした。
A new café opened in front of the station.
The term is often used to refer to traditional Japanese-style cafés, though it can also describe Western-style coffee shops.
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Cultural Context
In Japan, 喫茶店 often serve as social spaces where people meet friends, study, or work, similar to Western cafés.
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Usage
While 'カフェ' is more modern and international, '喫茶店' is still used, especially in contexts emphasizing tradition or nostalgia.
📖Word Origin
From 喫茶 (kissha, meaning 'drinking tea') + 店 (mise, meaning 'shop'). The term reflects the historical context of tea and coffee drinking establishments in Japan.
📝Usage Notes
While 'カフェ' (kafe) is more commonly used today, '喫茶店' is still understood and may evoke a more traditional or nostalgic atmosphere.