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teahouse; tea stall; rest house
A traditional Japanese establishment that serves tea and simple refreshments, often found along old roads, at temples, shrines, and scenic spots. Historically, a roadside rest stop for travelers.
A compound of 茶 (tea) and 屋 (shop, house). Refers to a traditional Japanese tea-serving establishment, distinct from modern cafes.
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Historically, 茶屋 ranged from simple roadside stalls to more elaborate establishments. In the pleasure quarters, 茶屋 also referred to houses that arranged meetings with geisha or courtesans (引手茶屋). Today, traditional 茶屋 survive mainly at tourist sites, temples, and historical districts like Kanazawa's Higashi Chaya district.