【Shinjuku】It All Begins with a Single Cup of Coffee. Third Wave Coffee Tour & International Café Exchange

"I'd love to try speaking English, but big group mixers really aren't my thing"—this Shinjuku third-wave coffee crawl is for you. The sound of beans being ground, the bright, floral aroma of a light roast rising from the counter, a brief exchange with the barista. With a delicious cup in hand, the silence of meeting someone new suddenly feels far less daunting. The group is a multicultural mix of Japanese locals and travelers from abroad. English or Japanese—whatever language you're comfortable with is fine. Kept intentionally small, so it's perfectly fine to simply listen today. Managing just one sentence is more than enough for the day. Includes one drink; drop-ins welcome. Shinjuku's everyday coffee becomes a moment connected to the world.