The adorable Kapibara-san is joining paws with five Hands Cafe branches in Japan from November 5 to December 25.
This is in fact Hands Cafe’s 4th collaboration with Kapibara-san. The key visual for the cafes takes on a Japanese-style design. Six different dishes will be sold.
Kapibara-san’s Tsurun Udon Gozen: ¥1,320 (Tax Included) *Not sold at Shibuya branch
This meal includes a cute fried Kapibara-san atop a bed of sanuki udon noodles. It also comes with inari sushi to emphasise that Japanese feel.
White-san’s Lovely Steak Gozen: ¥1,390 (Tax Included) *Not sold at Shibuya branch
This dish includes a chicken steak drizzled in Japanese-style sauce and is served with green salad and rice made into the shape of White-san, a friend of Kapibara-san.
Kapibara-san Dorayaki Set (Tax Included): ¥1,160
For dessert, tuck into a Kapibara-san dorayaki red-bean pancake and cream rice flour dumplings and wafer cake. There are three original wafer cake designs to enjoy which are chosen randomly, so look forward to seeing which you get!
The following two Christmas items will also be available from November 26 making for a total of 8 items to choose from.
Kapibara-san & Kokapi’s Nosu Nosu Christmas Tree: ¥1,380 (Tax Included) *Available from November 26
The cute baby capybara Kopapi is riding on Kapibara-san’s head in this dessert. They are both thick-friend pancakes. Next to them is a strawberry cream puff tower and matcha powder tree.
Kapibara-san’s Christmas Houjicha Latte: ¥800 (Tax Included) *Available from November 26
Warm yourself up with this hot houjicha lattte topped with a Kapibara-san marshmallow. The whipped cream Christmas tree is sure to make you feel cosy too.
There’s even five pieces of limited edition merchandise to get your hands on too, all with Japanese-style designs including a mug, pin badges and more.
OTONA Kapibara-san Mamezara
Finally, as a gift to customers, if you order one item from the menu you’ll receive an original coaster, and if you order two an original mamezara, a tiny Japanese plate. These will change to Christmas designs from November 26.
Enjoy a fun and cute Japanese-style Christmas with Kapibara-san and his friends.
Information
Kapibara-san x Hands Cafe
Running: November 5, 2018 – December 25, 2018
*Select menu items available from November 26
Participating Cafe List
Hands Cafe Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku (Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku 5F, 4-30-3 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo)
Hands Cafe Shibuya (Tokyu Hands Shibuya 7F, 12-18 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo)
Hands Cafe etomo Chuorinkan (2F, 4-6-3 Chuorinkan, Yamato, Kanagawa Prefecture)
Hands Cafe Umeda (Tokyu Hands Umeda 10F, 3-1-1 Umeda, Kita Ward, Osaka)
Hands Cafe Piole Akashi (Piole Akashi West Building 1F, 1-1-23 Oakashicho, Akashi, Hyogo Prefecture)
*The menu is subject to change without prior announcement.
*The items shown are still in development and may differ from the finished product.
Kapibara-san Official Website: https://tryworks.jp/
Hands Cafe Official Website: https://www.handscafe.jp/
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Popular LINE stamp character Usamaru is getting his very own themed cafes in Tokyo (Harajuku), Osaka (Umeda) and Aichi (Nagoya) which will open sequentially from November 2.
The food menu includes curry, a cheese fondue set and shortcake amongst other delicious treats, all of which include Usamaru motifs. Drinks include a hot berry chocolate, hot cafe latte and hot matcha latte to warm you up for the coming cold winter. Those who book a table at the cafe will receive one of three possible microfiber clothes chosen randomly as shown in the left picture above. Upon arrival, you will also receive one of four possible lunch mats as shown in the picture on the right above. A special Christmas course will also be served during the Christmas season. Bookings for this begin on November 15. Some of the tables at the cafe will also make use of projection mapping in collaboration with Sony Japan's latest technology. Once your meal is placed on the table characters will appear through the projection mapping and perform animations with your food. There's limited edition merchandise to get your hands on too including stickers, key rings, pouches and more. Information
Usamaru Cafe Winter 2018
Reservations now open: https://usamaru-cafe.jp/
Price: General Seat – ¥650 (Pre-Tax) / Projection Mapping (Seats for 2) – ¥3,700 (Pre-Tax)
Tokyo Cafe
Running: November 2, 2018 – January 14, 2019
Location: Harajuku Box Cafe&Space (4-28-28 Jinguae, Shibuya, Tokyo)
Opening Hours: 10:00-21:00 (subject to changes on occasion)
Osaka Cafe
Running: December 7, 2018 – January 27, 2019
Location: Umeda Box Cafe&Space (1F Umeda LOFT, 16-7 Chayamachi, Kita Ward, Osaka)
Opening Hours: 10:30-21:00 (subject to changes on occasion)
Nagoya Cafe
Running: November 16, 2018 – January 14, 2019
Location: Nagoya Box Cafe&Space (B1F LACHIC, 3-6-1 Sakae, Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture)
Opening Hours: 11:00-21:00 (subject to changes on occasion)
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The BT21 café is based on the BT21 character brand, a collaboration between South Korean boy band BTS and LINE FRIENDS. The cafe opened for a limited period in Omotesando, Shinjuku and Shinsaibashi back in summer, and due to its popularity it's set to open once more in Shibuya (Tokyo) and Umeda (Osaka).
The café is reservation-only. Those who do book a table can look forward to getting their hands on one of the above clear files. Reservations began on October 17 at 12:00 (JST), so be sure to book ASAP. RJ's Coconut Red Curry: ¥1,590 (Pre-Tax)
TATA's Hot Sandwich: ¥1,590 (Pre-Tax)
COOKY's Hamburger: ¥1,790 (Pre-Tax)
CHIMMY's Yellow Pancake: ¥1,590 (Pre-Tax)
BT21 Drinks (8 Flavours): ¥890 (Pre-Tax)
The menu includes a list of foods based on each member's character - and each character also has their own flavoured drink.Acrylic Key Rings (8 Designs, Random Choice): ¥750 (Pre-Tax)
Pin Badges (8 Designs, Random Choice): ¥600
There's also a range of cute original merchandise to get your hands on too including key rings and pin badges. If you love BTS then don't miss out on a chance to eat at their themed café. Book now!Information
Tokyo Location
SHIBUYA BOX CAFE & SPACE
Address: 2F Shibuya LOFT, 21-1 Udagawacho, Shinjuku, Tokyo
Open: November 1, 2018 – January 14, 2019
Osaka Location
UMEDA BOX CAFE & SPACE
Address: 1F Umeda LOFT, 16-7 Chayamachi, Kita Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
Open: November 1, 2018 – December 2, 2018
Bookings: https://box-cafe.jp/
Booking Price: ¥650 (Pre-Tax)
*Those who reserve a place will receive one of eight possible clear files chosen randomly upon arrival.
*Those who purchase a drink will receive one of eight possible coasters chosen randomly.
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Due to enthusiastic reception, the popular cafe themed on the anime series Cells at Work! has arrived once more. The cafe is opened from October 10 for a limited time at 46 Shokudo in Ikebukuro, Tokyo.
There's a whole range of merchandise with new and original Cells at Work! illustrations up for grabs at the cafe. You must book a table to dine at the cafe. Those who do will receive an original A3 clear poster upon arrival. Additionally, customers who purchase a drink will receive a coaster randomly selected from a possible 10 designs. Killer T Cell Squid Ink Fried Rice: ¥1,480 (Pre-Tax)
White Blood Cell Cheese Risotto w/ Soup: ¥1,080 (Pre-Tax)
All the food, drinks and desserts on the menu is autumn themed and takes inspiration from the characters in the series including the Killer T Cell Squid Ink Fried Rice and White Blood Cell Cheese Risotto.Red Blood Cell Drink: ¥800 (Pre-Tax)
Platelet Drink: ¥800 (Pre-Tax)
There's a whole range of drinks too ready to fight off your cedar pollen allergy including the White Blood Cell, Red Blood Cell and Dendritic Cell beverages amongst others.Pin Badges (10 Designs, Chosen Randomly): ¥417 Each (Pre-Tax)
Acrylic Coasters: ¥780 Each (Pre-Tax)
A line-up of limited edition merchandise you can't get anywhere else will also make a return including the items shown above and more.If you're a fan of the hilarious Cells at Work! and are in Japan then make sure you're present for the return of the cafe. Information
Cells at Work! Cafe Encore
Location: 46 Shokudo (4F Narita Bldg., 1-29-4 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima Ward, Tokyo)
Running: October 10, 2018 – November 13, 2018
Opening Hours: 10:30-21:30
Reservation Fee: ¥650 (Pre-Tax)
Reservation Gift: A3 Clear Poster (1 Design)
Reservations can be made via the cafe’s official website: https://hataraku-saibou-cafe.jp
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HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE, a Collaboration Between Hot Topic & Studio Ghibli, Gets Pop-Up Store at Shinsaibashi PARCO
Last year, the HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE collaboration appeared at AF Gallery in Harajuku from August 10 until August 28, garnering massive acclaim from fans. The collection is now being sold at Shinsaibashi PARCO until March 12, 2023.
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE is a Studio Ghibli-inspired apparel collection by the popular American counterculture chain Hot Topic. Bringing more Japanese culture to the ongoing Studio Ghibli collaboration launched in 2014, Hot Topic stores began selling original items produced by nine Japanese creators and brands, as well as some original American items produced by Hot Topic’s executive designers.
The lineup of Japan-original items includes T-shirts, tote bags, and other items featuring exclusive artwork by up-and-coming creators. These items depict beloved characters from Studio Ghibli’s works, as well as logos created for the collaboration. Fans won’t want to miss grabbing these unique items!
Details on the Previous HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Pop-Up Store: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/ja/625747
Information
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE
Running: February 23 – March 12, 2023
Hours: 10:00-20:00
Venue: Shinsaibashi PARCO B1F Pop-Up Space (1-8-3 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka)
Official Site: https://ghibli-harajukucollective-ec.com
Online Store (Open until March 31, 2023): https://ec.ghibli-harajukucollective-ec.com
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Official SNS:
Instagram: @harajuku_collective
(https://www.instagram.com/harajuku_collective）
Twitter: @harajuku_collect (https://twitter.com/harajukucollect)
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To commemorate the 20th anniversary of Rilakkuma and his adorable friends, the Rilakkuma 20th Anniversary Cafe will open in Omotesando, Tokyo from March 9 until April 16, 2023. You’ll want to come and spend a peaceful time looking back at two decades of everyone’s favorite lazy bear! The menu features colorful and festive dishes inspired by Rilakkuma, Korilakkuma, Kiiroitori, and Chairoikoguma. The characters express their thanks for 20 successful years, and fans can enjoy floats topped with Rilakkuma and friends wearing ribbons and topped with ice cream, a jelly soda inspired by Chairoikoguma and his friends in the honey forest, and a hot drink inspired by Rilakkuma's favorite pudding.
Menu
Rilakkuma’s Honey Mustard Hamburger
コリラックマのクリームパスタ
Korilakkuma’s Cream Pasta
Kiiroitori’s Egg Burger
Chairoikoguma’s Cheese Curry
Rilakkuma and Friend’s Celebratory Cake
Congratulatory Flower Parfait
You Can Choose♪ Rilakkuma and Friends Mini Ice Cream
You Can Choose♪ Rilakkuma and Friends Floats
Honey Forest Jelly Soda
Relaxing Pudding Drink
Take-Out Drink Bottle
Original Merch
Acrylic Clip (7 varieties, random)
Acrylic Keychain (5 varieties, random)
Mini-Bottle / Muddler with Charm (4 varieties)
Lunch Tote / Drawstring Bag
Acrylic Stand with Clip / Cork Coaster
Stuffed Animal
In addition, the cafe will offer original goods, special offers, and a Twitter campaign to celebrate Rilakkuma's 20th anniversary.
Come enjoy the elaborate original menu and goods while sharing memories at this limited time themed cafe!
©2023 San-X Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.Information
RILAKKUMA 20th Anniversary Cafe
Venue: BOX cafe&space Omotesando
Running: March 9 – April 16, 2023
Address: Pine Under Flat B1F (5-13-2 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
Reservation Fee: ¥715 (Tax included) *Reservations include bonuses.
*Reservations can be made for up to four guests per application.Online Shop: https://rilakkuma20th-cafe.jp/online_store/
Sales Open: March 9, 15:00 – April 16, 23:59
(Items will ship starting in early May 2023.)
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Atarashii Gakko! will hold solo concerts at Zepp venues in Tokyo and Osaka in April and May of 2023. These performances will be held almost a year after the girls held their solo concert at Zepp DiverCity in Tokyo last May. This year’s events will be held at Zepp Osaka Bayside on April 30 and Zepp Shinjuku in Tokyo on May 2. ATARASHII GAKKO! - HANAKO (Official Music Video)
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Atarashii Gakko! at Tokyo & Osaka Zepp
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April 30, 2023 – Zepp Osaka Bayside
May 2, 2023 – Zepp Shinjuku (Tokyo)
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To celebrate the return of Urusei Yatsura after 36 long years, a themed cafe will be coming to four cities in Japan for a limited time! The first cafe will open on December 1, 2022. Urusei Yatsura is a manga series by Rumiko Takahashi that ran in Weekly Shonen Sunday from 1978 until 1987. An anime series aired in 1981 and became a massive hit with audiences, and understandably, it is still loved by anime and manga fans today. The cafe features newly-drawn illustrations of six main characters including Ataru Moroboshi, Lum, and Ten.
Menu
[Ataru Moroboshi] Don't Look This Way, Don't Look That Way Set
[Lum] Lum's Onion Gratin Toast Packed with Love
[Ten] Ten's Fire Curry
[Ataru Moroboshi x Lum] Shocking Pancakes
[Shinobu Miyake] A Girl's Monsterous Parfait
[Mendo Shutaro] Jiggly Octopus Pudding
Lum's Tiger-Striped Soda
Colorful Floats (Purple/Yellow/Green)
Ten-chan's Cotton Candy Soda
Coffee / Viennese Coffee
Drink in a Bottle with Charm (4 varieties)
Goods
Acrylic Keychain (6 varieties, Random)
Acrylic Magnet (6 varieties, Random) / Pin (6 varieties, Random)
Coaster (Lum, Ten-chan) / Sticker Set (7 pieces)
Long Sleeve T-Shirt (M, L) / Clear Pouch
Mug / Tote Bag
Hand Towel (2 varieties)
The cafe’s menu features a variety of items inspired by characters from the series, including a hilarious pancake that recreates the scene in which Lum throws electricity at Ataru. Be sure to take a photo before you dig in!Lum & Ten-chan Life-size Figure
Cafe Bonus for Guests with Advance Tickets: Original A4-size Clear File (7 varieties, Random)
Drink Purchase Bonus: Original Coaster (6 varieties, Random)
Life-size figures of Lum and Ten-chan will also be on display and guests are invited to take photos with them.
Come enjoy the world of Urusei Yatsura while you can!
©高橋留美子・小学館／アニメ「うる星やつら」製作委員会Information
Urusei Yatsura Cafe
Venues
■Harajuku, Tokyo: BOX cafe&space, Harajuku Alta / December 8, 2022 – February 5, 2023
Harajuku Alta 3F (1-16-4 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
■Abeno, Osaka: Abeno contact / February 9 – March 12, 2023
Abeno Q’s Mall 4F (1-6-1 Abenosuji, Abeno-ku, Osaka)■Nagoya, Aichi: BOX cafe&space, Nagoya LACHIC / March 16 – April 9. 2023
LACHIC B1F (3-6-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya)
■Sendai, Miyagi: BALLER:S AEON Mall Shin-Rifu South Building / June 1 – June 25, 2023
AEON Mall Shin-Rifu South Building 2F (3-1-1 Shinnakamichi, Rifu, Miyagi)Online Shop: https://uy-allstars-cafe.jp/online_store
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The second Tabekko Doubutsu Cafe Stand event opened in Omotesando on November 1, 2022. Paying homage to the classic snack first released in 1978, the cafe features a number of tasty snacks inspired by the thin animal-shaped cookies popular around the world. This second event will run through January 9, 2023. Reservations are required, and many dates were completely sold out prior to the event’s start date, particularly on weekends. We decided to visit, anxious to see what the fuss is all about.
We were first shocked to see the popular animals enjoying oden! Original goods featuring the characters enjoying the quintessential Japanese winter dish are only available at the cafe. From acrylic keychains to figures, visitors can snag some adorable merchandise to commemorate their trip to the exclusive event. Why not snag some items that would be useful on a daily basis, like a notebook or an apron? For food, visitors can snag a special Oden Set and Chinese Dumplings, both perfect for the winter. The oden features popular ingredients like egg, daikon, fish cake, and mochikinchaku, each branded with the popular animal characters. Drinks include soy milk, green tea milk, and milk tea. In addition to the exclusive Lion Cake which is limited to 25 servings a day, guests can find chocolate bananas and other sweets on the menu, including a Sweets Set limited to those reserving special seats at the venue. For every ¥1,000 spent on food and drink items, customers will receive one Tabekko Doubutsu trading card! The exhibition space is a must-see for fans of this legendary snack, filled with rare works including an adorable and very colorful print of every animal holding a bowl of oden. Of course, a photo spot has been set up for visitors to take some prime shots for social media! Don’t miss the animal meet and greet, which is making its triumphant return from the last event! Visitors can interact with different animals on different days, so check the official Twitter page (@tabekko_cafe) for the schedule and more information! The number of visitors per day is limited, so make a reservation as early as you can. Come enjoy these heartwarming treats while you have the opportunity! Information
Tabekko Doubutsu Cafe Stand Omotesando
Running: November 1, 2022 – January 9, 2023 *Reservation required
Closed: December 28, 2022 – January 3, 2023
Hours: 11:00 – 19:00
Address: SPAGHETTI Cultural Space 1F
5-3-13 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Closest Station: Omotesando
Reservations: https://t.livepocket.jp/p/tabekko_omotesando
Official Twitter: @tabekko_cafe https://twitter.com/tabekko_cafe
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Mika Pikazo is an illustrator and character designer. The artist has designed characters for many popular titles including Fire Emblem Engage, the latest in Nintendo's Fire Emblem series, as well as book covers and CD jackets. Starting December 10, the artist will hold his second solo exhibition in three years at the Hz event space in Shibuya. According to a press release, the exhibition is being held to show a number of creations Pikazo has made recently, and aims to show off new animation and past illustrations to merge his past and future selves. The creator hopes to challenge himself more going forward. The first main visual, REVENGE, can be seen on the exhibition’s official website. A total of three visuals have been newly drawn for the event and will be released sequentially. In addition, a number of collaborative works with other creators will be on display, so art fans won’t want to miss out.
Limited-edition merchandise featuring new illustrations will be on sale at the venue, and autograph sessions are planned to be held. For more details, check the official Twitter page! Be sure to come to see Mika Pikazo’s colorful pieces in person! Information
Mika Pikazo Exhibition – REVENGE POP
Running: December 10 – December 29, 2022
Hours: 10:00-20:00
Venue: Hz, 1F (4-3 Udagawacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
Admission: Free
Official Website: https://revenge-pop.mikapikazo.info/