Café culture in Japan
Café culture has been booming in Japan for a long time, from limited time pop up cafés to animal cafés.
In the beginning the customer group was mostly young women who liked to take pictures and meet their friends at unique cafés.
Now the demographic has changed to cater a way wider audience even reaching the ears of tourists wanting to experience something new.
Also keep in mind that most cafés require you to make a reservation trough their website and rarely accept walk-ins unless there has been a cancellation!
Cat Cafe MOCHA
Get ready to jump into one of the most popular types of cafés in Japan, the cat cafés! Step into one of Cat Cafe MOCHAs various stores located in Shinjuku, Akihabara, and Harajuku, and get ready to connect and relax with these adorable felines. It’s the ultimate place to unwind and heal with the soothing presence of cats. Whether you’re unable to keep pets or just a cat enthusiast, you’ll feel right at home at Cat Cafe MOCHA. With a wide variety of cats to interact with and snacks to treat them, it’s a must-visit for anyone looking for a unique and heartwarming experience.
Lovot Cafe
Looking for a unique café experience that’s very different? Look no further than Lovot Cafe!
Not only can you enjoy the cozy atmosphere and delicious drinks, but you can also play with adorable healing robots. These robots are very intelligent, with facial recognition technology that allows them to understand your emotions. Plus, they’re very small and warm, it’s like holding a living being. This is the perfect place for those with allergies or those seeking a new and exciting experience in a comfortable and safe environment. So, why not step into the future and visit Lovot Cafe today? It’s located just 30 minutes away with train from the Tokyo Haneda airport.
Pokémon Cafe
This Tokyo café is a must-visit, even if you’re not the biggest Pokémon fan. With a charming and unique Pokémon theme, you’ll be amazed by the cute designs on their big menu, which includes Pokémon themed sweets and foods. And as a surprise there is limited merchandise to take home as a souvenir! Conveniently located near the Nihonbashi Station, it’s a short walk away.
So, whether you’re a Pokémon lover or just curious, this café is an experience you won’t want to miss!
Please do share your own café experiences in the comment section, I would love to read your experiences.