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A thorough explanation of civet coffee (kopi luwak)—its flavor, production process, the state of things in Vietnam and other countries, why it’s expensive, and animal welfare. We also introduce how to spot the real thing and precautions when buying.

We explain why Vietnamese coffee is called “bad,” from the characteristics of the Robusta bean and differences in taste culture. We clearly cover the gap with overseas ratings, tips for making it delicious as a café latte, and the causes of feeling drunk or queasy.

Vietnamese coffee, popular for its rich flavor and distinctive sweetness. Instant coffee that lets you easily recreate that authentic local taste at home is drawing attention. Being able to enjoy authentic Vietnamese coffee just by pouring hot water—on a busy morning or during relaxing time—is appealing, isn't it? This...

Buon Ma Thuot is the central city of Dak Lak province in Vietnam’s Central Highlands and the country’s foremost coffee region. Calling itself “the capital of Vietnamese coffee,” the city is spread with a coffee museum and Robusta farms. It’s a highland town where you can enjoy waterfalls, ethnic-minority villages, and coffee culture all at once. This page covers the town’s full...

We explain Japan's coffee import volumes and major supplier countries with data. Focusing on Brazil, Vietnam, and Colombia, we provide an easy-to-follow look at the latest trends, international developments, and movements in the specialty market.

We explain what the "Coffee 2050 problem" is. This article introduces the impact of climate change on coffee-growing regions, the background to declining production, efforts toward sustainable cultivation, and the choices we can make.

An explanation of why coffee prices are surging in 2025. We cover the background and outlook in plain terms — from climate change, global affairs, and rising demand to the impact of the weak yen and logistics costs.

A thorough look at the characteristics of coffee's three great growing regions — Latin America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. We compare how climate and processing methods shape flavor, so you can learn how to choose by origin.

Based on the latest 2025 data, we explain the top 10 of the world coffee production ranking. We cover each country's characteristics, main varieties, the coffee belt, and the industry's challenges in plain terms.

An explanation of what the Coffee Belt is, starting from the basics. We cover the characteristics of the major growing regions and their differences in flavor, the “2050 problem” and the impact of climate change on the coffee industry, and sustainable initiatives—all in a clear, easy-to-follow way.