The Little Teashop in Tokyo: A feel-good, romantic comedy to make you smile and fall in love!: Book 6 (Romantic Escapes)

I LOVED this book for multiple reasons. One, the setting. I had to postpone a trip to Japan this year because of the pandemic and the author gave me the perfect armchair travel substitute. Two, the hero and heroine share such a sweet, beautiful relationship. This is a mustread for all romance readers who yearn to travel to Japan and experience its culture while being witness to a great love story.

Everything about this book, from its cover to the descriptions of Japan’s culture, food, and iconic landmarks to the romance between Gabe and Fiona, is so beautiful.I have plenty of quotes highlighted in the book, especially the bits where traditional Japanese words are used to describe abstract concepts inherent in the culture of the country.I felt that quote this summed up the essence of Japan perfectly!The Japanese are very good at keeping their traditions alive while at the same time being one of the most innovative and technologically advanced societies.Reading this book felt like taking a culture trip to Japan.You experience a solemn tea ceremony, wear a kimono, tour the major landmarks of Japan, travel on the bullet train, and sample some of the best of the country’s cuisine.You learn about concepts like “wabi sabi,” “shibui,” and “kintsugi.”Apart from that, you get quite an education on photography because Gabe is a world-renowned photographer and Fiona is an instagrammer and blogger who has won a free trip to Japan to be mentored by an experienced photographer. She hopes to display her photos in an exhibition in London.You will not be prepared for the way Gabe and Fiona finally find their purpose in life. Gabe is too cynical and moody most of the time and Fiona is floundering in self-doubt, a feeling perpetuated by her hypochondriac mother.The story ends on a satisfying note and left me with a warm and good feeling inside.(Thank you to the author and Rachel for my review copy!)

Hello readers. Today, I have for you a review of, what I would call, a sweet, touching romantic story. I would like to thank Rachel from Rachel’s Random Resources for sending me a review copy. She always works hard for book tours and I want her to know that we all appreciate it.Back to the book now. The Little Teashop in Tokyo by Julie Caplin is not your regular chick lit. To me, it was a complete package of romance, travel, emotions, and fun. Let’s get to the review now and you’ll know what I’m talking about.SummaryGrab your passport and escape to the land of dazzling skycrapers, steaming bowls of comforting noodles, and a page-turning love story that will make you swoon!For travel blogger Fiona, Japan has always been top of her bucket list so when she wins an all-expenses paid trip, it looks like her dreams of the Far East are coming true.Until she arrives in vibrant, neon-drenched Tokyo and comes face-to-face with the man who broke her heart ten years ago, gorgeous photographer Gabe.Fiona can’t help but remember the heartache of their last meeting but it’s not long before the Japanese art of contentment and a special, traditional tea ceremony work their magic…Amidst the temples and clouds of soft pink cherry blossoms, Fiona and Gabe start to see life – and each other – differently.What I LikedFirst things first. I love the cover! How cute!This is my first time reading something from the author. I liked the narrative style and loved how beautifully she described the exquisiteness of Japan, the country and its people. When you read the book you just want to leave everything and hop on the next flight out.Now, the book isn’t just a romantic story about two people. It is a valuable lesson on Japanese culture and how they see human behavior and mannerisms intricately. Some of the lines in the book stood out and changed my point of view completely. I loved how the black teapot with the crack was used as a metaphor.It is a wonderful story with beautiful insights on the imperfections we all struggle with.What I Did Not LikeThere is nothing to not like in the book.Other DetailsThis is supposed to be the sixth book in the Romantic Escapes series but is a standalone. Having read this one, I now want to read them all and travel to exotic destinations (that’s about all the travel I can do at this time, anyways).Would I Recommend It?Definitely! Romance and travel lovers will surely love this book!

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All of the books in this series are utterly delightful. Yes, they are formulaic and, yes, light. But for me, that's what makes them truly the perfect way to escape from the pressures or complications of everyday life -- and from serious reading, too. We can't all read only "serious" books all the time. I love that characters pop up in other books, and the cooking/baking aspects are always fun. And, it doesn't hurt that the women protagonists are smart and spunky and the locations so well described you will think you are there. A new book in this series is always a cause for celebration and I can't wait for the next adventure.

Just like Fiona I always wanted to go to Japan, two years ago I did. Although it was difficult to believe that Fiona wouldn't have heard of Shibuya crossing, it features in every UK TV celebrity's visit to Toyko, Jules/Julie really caught the experience of visiting this amazing country. The food, the culture, the people, their friendliness and politeness, the mix of old and new, their love of nature. And the food; beautifully presented, delicious and healthy. Signs are difficult/impossible to read but announcements on trains, subway and buses are in Japanese and English.Fiona was one of the group who visited Copenhagen, several books ago, and to be honest I only vaguely remember her. She'd been invited onto that trip as a blogger (nowadays called an influencer). Keen on photography she has won this trip to Japan, included in the prize is an opportunity to be mentored by a top photographer and to exhibit her photos at Japan House in Kensington. The only snag is that her original mentor has been called away and he has asked a UK photographer, now living in Japan, to fill his shoes. Fiona immediately recognises her former teacher and is both relieved and disappointed that he doesn't recognise her. He is grudging doing a favour for a friend but is uncommitted to the project.The storyline may be predictable but the writing isn't, making for an enjoyable journey.

Great reading, good stories, characters,settings

This was the last book I’d gotten in the series. Loved all except “The secret Cove in Croatia” .