This is the first in a series of examples of “third spaces” in Japan, locations that act as living/relaxation/work areas that are not usually possible in typical Japanese homes. They are a response to multiple aspects of modern Japan, from small living quarters to a need for privacy from multi-generational family living arrangements. We’ll be looking at a wide variety of third spaces from karaoke rooms to business centers away from work.
At the recommendation of Akibanana We recently brought a client to N STAR AKIBA, a train-themed cafe in Akihabara that rents its tracks out to train-loving customers who simply don’t have such a large space at home. We were there on a weekday afternoon, but the staff told us that the weekends are especially packed.
Customers often bring their own trains, but you can also choose from a wide selection available for decent prices. We picked the high-speed Shinkansen of course, but with multiple lines available you’ll see many different series crisscrossing each other. The idea is to sit, relax, and enjoy operating your personal railway from the comfort of your seat in front of the tracks.
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