Have your cake and drink it too with new drinkable cheesecake in Tokyo
If you check out enough convenience stores and vending machines in Japan, you’ll eventually come across some “drinkable” versions of food you may not otherwise…
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New concept cafe supporting retired racehorses to open in Omotesando, Shibuya Ward
Retired racehorses in Japan If you mention “Japan” and “racehorses” to anime or mobile game enthusiasts nowadays, even outside of Japan, it’s highly likely that…
Savor retro puddings, tasty desserts, loaded toasts, and more at Junkissa Panesu in Harajuku, Shibuya Ward
If you’re seeking a cute spot to have a light meal or a sweet pick-me-up in the trendy Omotesando / Harajuku area of Shibuya Ward,…
Japanese coffee house uses loud squawking chicken toys to summon waiters
As a combination of a gravitation towards contactless ordering during the pandemic as well as overall technological advancements, many chain restaurants in Japan have shifted…
Japanese café offers meal-watch plan where St. Bernards stare longingly at you during your meal
Japan is home to quite a few pet cafes that allow customers to come in and play with a roster of animal “staff” members, such…
Beloved Showa era cafe inspired to fight through pandemic by fan’s heartfelt message
The アメ横商店街 Ameyoko Shopping Street in Tokyo’s 上野 Ueno neighborhood is one of the most famous shopping streets in Japan. A beloved Showa era cafe…
Showa retro fashion lover takes Japanese cafe back to the ’80s when she shows up
As time goes by, so do people’s lifestyles. Fashion, in particular, is one visible sign of the changing times. Recently in Japan, nostalgia for the…
Japanese retro coffee house has a very cool way of serving your iced coffee. Literally.
Japanese cafes offer a lot of refreshing ways to cool down during the hot and humid summer, like hypnotizing craft cream soda floats and gourmet…
Akihabara cafe lets you “eat your favorite anime character’s hair”
As many anime fans know, there are multitudes of ways to show your support for your 推し oshi, your favorite character. The conventional options include…
Hatsune Miku AI analyzes your face & voice to suggest drinks, songs at Cafe MIKU in metaverse
Fans of the original virtual diva Hatsune Miku will be happy to know that from August 12th to September 30th, 2022, they’ll be able to…
Stylish Japanese cream sodas, cafe fare and more await on the second floor at Kissa Nikai
Japanese Cream Sodas As part of the retro-revival trend in Japan which brings back or takes inspiration from food, fashion, design, and music of the…
Japanese shaved ice master’s gourmet kakigori will make you feel like a billion yen
A shaved ice master opens his own store On June 16th, a Japanese-style cafe specializing in shaved ice with a spacious and opulent interior opened…
The Bear Paw Café: A Kawaii Way of Employing People With Mental Health Issues
Staff members use fluffy bear gloves to hand out drinks and sweets through the small opening in the wall, making it a true introvert’s paradise….
Umami Egg pop-up cafe serves vegan egg sandwiches, puddings and more
Umami Egg pop-up cafe As some of our readers may recall, たまごサンド tamago sando, Japan’s take on egg sandwiches, have been trending of late. In…
If you could visit Pancake Heaven, these fluffy custard brûlée pancakes would be on the menu
Japan is a wonderful place for egg-lovers. Not only are there numerous brands of high-quality eggs available at stores nationwide and delicious ways of eating…