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    There’s an interesting little milk stand next to Okachimachi Station. Despite its small size, it carries fresh milk from small dairy farms all across Japan. The bottles are neatly lined up, each with its own place of origin and distinctive flavor, making it hard to know where to look. The hardest part is having so many choices but only one stomach, so in the end I could only pick one bottle to try! Remember to return the glass bottle to the staff after you finish. This simple and fun way of drinking milk also made it a special experience.

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    While walking around Okachimachi, I found this tiny MILK STAND LUCK! The shop isn't big, but it has the distinctive feel of a small Japanese station kiosk. The moment I saw the milk bottles, I thought they were so cute that I couldn't resist stopping to buy one.

    This time I had their signature milk. It had a rich milky aroma and was cold, smooth, and not overly sweet. A bottle when you're tired from walking around is simple but very comforting.

    What I like most is this kind of little shop that feels like part of everyday life in Japan. It isn't a particularly flashy tourist attraction, but it offers an interesting little experience during the trip. Drinking milk and standing there for a short break somehow made it feel even more like traveling.

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