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Ichigen-san Okotowari: Kyoto’s Mysterious No-First-Timers Rule


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Imagine walking into a restaurant, only to be politely turned away—not because you lack a reservation, but because you're a first-time guest. This episode unpacks Kyoto’s Ichigen-san culture, explaining why exclusivity plays a vital role in these historic establishments and how you might one day get through their doors.
 飲食店に足を踏み入れた瞬間、丁寧にお断りされる—それは予約がないからではなく、あなたが初めての来店だから。今回のエピソードでは、京都の「一見さん」文化を掘り下げ、なぜ歴史ある京都の店々でこの様ななルールが重要視されているのか、そしていつかあなたもその様なお店に行けるかもしれないヒントなどお話しします。 

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