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Lofi Zen - Kyoto Sake Bar Rain with Lo-fi Chillhop at Night | For Study, Sleep, or Relaxation | 4K
Lofi Zen

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Find calm within the rainy night of Kyoto, where a hidden sake bar glows softly in a cozy alley with lantern light spilling onto the quiet streets. Outside, the downpour glistens on stone pathways, while inside, the mellow hum of lofi beats mingles with the gentle rhythm of rain, creating a timeless refuge from the storm. The ambience feels both rooted in tradition and touched with a modern edge, a balance that draws you into its stillness. This soundscape is crafted for those moments when you need to slow down and reset. Whether you’re studying, resting, or simply letting the evening unfold, Lofi Zen surrounds you with a harmony of music and rain that clears the mind and eases the spirit. A retreat into the heart of Kyoto — where rhythm and rain meet serenity. Lofi music can also be referred to as lo-fi or low fidelity music, which highlights its characteristic sound quality often marked by imperfections such as background noise, vinyl crackles, and a warm, nostalgic ambiance. This genre typically blends elements of hip-hop, jazz, and chill-out music, creating a relaxing atmosphere that makes it popular for studying, working, or unwinding. Artists in the lofi genre often focus on crafting mellow beats and soothing melodies, contributing to the music's appeal as a backdrop for creativity and contemplation. *************************** For sleep, relaxation, study, prayer, or meditation. Click here to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@LofiZenSpot?sub_confirmation=1 For best results, the following is suggested: --Audio: wearing headphones, if available --TV and computer monitors: forcing to 4K resolution (even if display isn't 4k) --Mobile/Tablet screens: forcing to at least HD resolution (if bandwidth is available) *************************** Relaxation with Lofi Chill Beats for relief from anxiety, insomnia, tinnitus, or to sooth a baby or toddler. Join us on at the Lofi Zen Spot. *************************** No unauthorized duplication of any kind. This content is for enjoyment on this YouTube channel only. All Rights Reserved. #lofi #beats #hiphop #chill

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@@brickengineer2788

I have relaxed so many times to this video. Losing myself in its world and music. I have written stories about living in the small studio apartment above the bar. My window is in the upper left, third door down the hall from the top of the stairs, right next to the neon sign. The neon sign is old enough that it makes a slight crackling noise when it flashes on and off. The steam coming from the bakery roof vents next door usually starts around 12am when the doughnuts are getting ready to be made for the next day. There's this girl who lives across the sidewalk from me. I first noticed her a week after I moved in. She sits in a ratty tumbledown chair pushed right up to the window ledge. At first I thought she was setting herself up to see and be seen, but after a few days I learned that one sliver of window space is where the afternoon sun strikes her window and dapples her with uneven rays of sunlight shining through the crazed window glass. One afternoon I planted myself at my window to see if I could get a reaction from her. She never looked up, not even once. Her cat stares at me though. It has resting bitch face, so I call her cat RBF for short. I've seen a few text books stacked by the window, so maybe she goes to Uni, but based on the coffee stains and general distain she seems to have for the books (she let them get wet one night holding the window open in the rain) she either is uninterested or has graduated and the text books are one step closer to the recycler.
I have yet to see her at K's place downstairs.
K is short for Koichi, but he says a lot of travelers have trouble with his name or suddenly remember they took high school Mandarin and attempt to talk to him. Problem is, K is Japanese and only speaks Japanese and English. He makes the best Tempura. Served with a hot bowl of Udon, it chases the chill away on the cool winter night, especially when it rains, which lately, its been doing a lot. K is too old now to fix all the leaks, so I pay my room and board by fixing the roof, the plumbing and change out the propane tanks when Beratnas Gas makes a drop off. Every 3rd Monday night A rep from the local Sake distributor comes by with a bunch of new merch to taste test. We all sit around at the bar drinking and telling stories. K wants me to test everything so he can get my opinion since I am a fellow traveler and he thinks what I like other travelers will like too. It all tastes good to me. Hot or cold. After the third round of tasting, they switch to Japanese and I have no idea what they are saying. That's fine, its all such a sweet vibe. I wish I could stop time and exist only in these moments. The rain outside keeps time to the music; some lofi jazz, or guitar or something coming from the garden speakers disguised as rocks which are placed around the couches in the corner. It just adds to everything that is all ready almost perfect.
This is K's place. It is a place in time that will live with me forever.
I found a guest book when I was drunk after sake tasting and I was foraging for food. Since K's is closed on Mondays, there's nothing to eat except the snacks that are stuffed all around the inside bar. That's how I found the guest book. When you walk in the door, look to your left, its on a shelf right over the Pocky sticks next to the industrial strength coffee that only K drinks. He started keeping the guest book in the 1980's when he inherited the place from his father. K was 24. One night, I dedicated myself to studying this relic and I found that I am around the fortieth border that has lived in that room at the top of K's place. K has stories with layer upon layer, which seem to change with each telling, and lots of people from the immediate area all tend to be drawn to K's place to hear them. The furniture is so perfectly worn that every time you sit on the couch or the chair, its like a welcome embrace. The flickering from the lanterns, add this air of surrealness to every conversation. I have never been so relaxed and yet so focused on my surroundings, the vibe, and my absolute good fortune to stop at K's place one hot August afternoon and bitch that "If I lived here I'd be home now." K's place is a rest stop for travelers, A train station for those waiting for the next step in their life, a place to hide, a place to eat, get drunk, A place to laugh and listen to K's tales getting longer and better and Oh my god the girl from the window across the way has just walked in and she just looked my way...


@@ShibuyaCityNight

To anyone reading this right now, you matter. Whatever is hurting you will not define you forever. May your worries slowly fade, may your heart feel lighter, and may peace find you in this moment.


@@maaas-w4z

كلكم مدمنين


@@dhairyasurana5599

Kinda reminds me of Cusco, Peru. Except without the Japanese characters and cyberpunkish aesthetic lol


@@sabrinamiller626

I'd like to this this sake bar would be cozy vibe, but realistically it would probably just be cold


@@ANTONIOQUETASMONTEIRO

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@@MatthewP-Gr

This picture looks incredibly similar to the Jiufen Old Street in Taiwan. If you like this vibe, it's definitely worth Googling—the real place is just as magical.


@@ATPsi

doesn't look like Kyoto :D


@@SnoopyRainyViolet

Listening to this helps slow down the mind on a rainy day


@@SnoopyPurpleRain

The soft beats and rain create a perfect atmosphere for focus


@@johnnyang7244

this is my favourite....


@@NathanJones180

2026


@@sextyfour9725

Name of the first music please?


@@LofiStation-p3k

❤❤❤


@@Chillywilly-l3v

beautiful background pic


@@Radius284

That's not Kyoto though! That looks more like Los Angeles City Hall in the skyline. Downtown L.A. is anything but calm, elegant, quiet, safe, relaxing, clean or stress free.😂


@@LAGUNOSTALGIA86

「まさに理想の空間。こんな場所で肩の力を抜いて、温かい紅茶を片手に時間を忘れて読書や勉強に没頭してみたいです。」


@@CanalDoJapin

Amazing


@@Oldtownretro

There’s a gentle loneliness in 90s lofi, but it’s comforting


@@toaidanh8126

Even if you can’t see it yet, the fact that you’re still here, still trying in your own quiet way, already means something beautiful.


@@calm_desk

I love how calm and warm this music sounds, it makes everything feel slower.


@@calmjazzcafe-k7v

Such a calming and elegant atmosphere 🌿💫


@@Neon-Night-Lofi-88

This is why I love lofi — calm and comforting


@@Lofi_Escape-86

Rainy day, window open, this lofi playing in the background


@@dylanpritchard4981

Download link of static version of background image? Please? 😂


@@georgeparaschiv22

55:00 name music?


@@geovanicortes4770

what wallpaper is it?
pls!!
👐


@@LR11306

Thank you, listened for the whole time. Very relaxing.


@@BrandiSchlembach

Looking for just the right playlist to wind down and came upon this gem.

Thank you.


@@strannikmd

I am not sure what describes this better - beautifully amazing, or amazingly beautiful. Thank you.


@@XchristianmardukasX

Tijuana Lofi


@@NewAgeHeaven_81

채널 이름처럼 정말 마음이 고요해지는 'Zen'의 시간을 가졌습니다. 배경의 미세한 노이즈와 따뜻한 선율이 마음의 불안을 씻어내 주는 것 같아요. 공부하거나 명상할 때 이보다 더 집중이 잘 되는 사운드스케이프는 없을 것 같습니다. 4K 화질로 즐기니 몰입감이 대단하네요. 앞으로도 이런 고품격 힐링 콘텐츠 기대하겠습니다!


@@jettyprice179

So romantic...sitting there with the person who makes you laugh..the person who looks into your eyes as if he can get a glimpse of your soul...the person who kisses you on your shoulder, your hand. The one who helps you down the street and his jokes almost cause you to ...well you know . The one who...


@@Argo6926

Is it possiable to have this image as wallpaper with full res? (Without printscreen)


@@Zzyzx3000

ALL of the blue mountain coffee in Jamaica is sent to guess where? That's why it's $100 a lb. 😢


@@SubscribeAR


@@Yakamatsup

Sorry, fantastic city - my favorite in the world, but that’s are, not real. Kyoto has one big tower and that isn’t it.


@@Leave-the-West-Move2Thailand

Great job, love it!


@@LiverpoolfcEPL

please tell me that place is real


@@mr.russell1002

Bro which of AI you are use 🤔


@@karami8844

I love how 4K this image is. 🏮🍸


@@Mister_H.

If the seats are dry, I’m getting high 😎


@@ApEnNy4YoUrThOuGhTz

Is that the synthetic dream, or is this?


@@WorldinFrames29

I don't want much, I just want the person reading this to be healthy, happy, and loved. Wishing you a good day my friend. 🍃


@@NonyaBizzness-h5y

Dear Creator: You don't make anything that I want to listen to. It's boring, predictable, and basically asking you to have AI do any and all necessary lifting for you to make your precious money. You are morally corrupt, and I will ensure myself and any followers steer clear of your absolutely awful posts. I hope you never post again.

Hate me? Good. YOU earned every bit of it.


@@etchedcafe

Is this scene inspired by a real location? It’s beautifully peaceful


@@247VIBEMusic

Helps me concentrate without distractions


@@PlayEvery_25

Picture, render or IA, simple awesome ❤


@@ΙωάννηςΚαμπάκης

Very beautiful picture ❤


@@nhan-nguyen-duy

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