Coffee Life in Japan
Barista making coffee using the Japanese pour-over technique (Photo: Marco Werman)
Japan's coffee culture includes some meticulous rituals and some quirky theme cafes.
Anchor Marco Werman meets Merry White, author of "Coffee Life in Japan" to drink Japanese style coffee and learn about the history behind Japan's obsession with the cup of joe.
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