The character cafe is a unique experience in Japan where a cafe collaborates with a well-known character from an anime series, games and so on and themes the decor and menu on that character. Here are some of the collaborative cafes open in May this year.

 

Click here for part two:https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/106411

 

“Care Bear™ Cafe” – Harajuku Box Cafe & Space

The popular Care Bear™ characters are getting their first ever collaborative cafe which will open at Harajuku Box Cafe & Space on May 20. Expect to see a photogenic and themed menu as well as plenty of perfect places to snap photos. There’ll also be an opportunity to take a picture with Care Bear™ plush toys♡ Look forward to getting your paws on the cute limited edition merchandise too available only at this cafe.

 

■Information

Care Bear™ Cafe

Address: Harajuku Box Cafe & Space, Lucessimo Building 2F, 4-28-28 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

Opening Hours: 11:00-21:40 (*80 minutes max)

Entry: Reservations only.

*Entry permitted on the day if there are available seats.

Website: https://carebears-cafe.jp

 

 

Rilakkuma×Seibu Ikebukuro

The ‘Rilakkuma Town Cafe’ has opened as part of Rilakkuma’s 15th anniversary exhibition ‘Welcome to Rilakkuma Town’ and will be open for a limited time only. There’s lots of menu items you’ll want to take pictures of, as well as limited edition merchandise. The interior decor is decorated in kawaii Rilakkuma illustrations drawn specially for the cafe, as is the merchandise.

 

Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/101347

 

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Rilakkuma Town Cafe

Running: April 25, 2018 to June 19, 2018

Address: Gourmet Museum II, Dining Park Ikebukuro, Seibu Ikebukuro Hoten 8F (1-28-1 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima, Tokyo)

Opening Hours: Weekdays 11:00-21:50 / Holidays 11:00-21:20 (*80 minutes max stay time)

Entry: ¥500 (Tax Excluded)

*Reservations only, but entry is permitted on the same day if seats are available.

Website:  http://rilakkumacafe.jp/

 

 

Neko no Gohanya-san×Cute Cube Harajuku

On the third floor of Cube Cube Harajuku is Kawaiiya which isn’t collaborating with a character, but with a hugely popular capsule toy series by the name of Neko no Kaburi Mono, which translates to ‘cats with things on their heads.’ There is even a photo exhibition with super cute pictures of cats in hats taken by cat photographer Sakura Ishihara. There isn’t any actual cats at the event, so even those who are allergic can enjoy the event.

 

Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/99802

 

■Information

Neko no Gohanya-san

Running: From April 1 until further notice

*This is not a cat cafe. There are no actual cats.

 

Neko no Kaburi Mono

http://kitan.jp/products/nekosanrio

 

Kawaiiya – Cute Cube Harajuku 3F

Address: 1-7-1 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

Opening Hours: 10:00-22:00

No Fixed Holidays.

TEL: 03-6463-7833

Website: www.cutecubeharajuku.com

 

 

Sailor Moon×My Melody Candy Parlour

This character cafe is open in Osaka, Sapporo, Tokyo and Nagoya for a limited period. Bishojo Senshi Sailor Moon and Sanrio’s popular character My Melody have come together to inspire an array of food, sweets and drinks you can only get at this cafe.

 

Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/90049

 

■Information

Sailor Moon × My Melody Candy Parlour

 

Sapporo PARCO (Sapporo)

Address: THE GUEST cafe & diner, Sapporo PARCO 4F, 1-3-3 Minami, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido

Running: April 6, 2018 – May 14, 2018

Opening Hours: Sunday-Friday 10:00-20:00 (food last orders 19:00 / drinks last orders 19:30) / Saturdays 10:00-20:30 (food last orders 19:30 / drinks last orders 20:00)

 

Ikebukuro PARCO (Tokyo)

Address: THE GUEST cafe & diner, Ikebukuro PARCO Honkan 7F, 1-28-2 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo

Running: April 20, 2018 – May 21, 2018

Opening Hours: Café 10:00-22:00 (food last orders 21:00 / drinks last orders 21:30) / Merchandise Shop 10:00-21:00

 

Nagoya PARCO (Nagoya)

Address: THE GUEST cafe & diner, Nagoya PARCO West Building 8F, 3-29-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Prefecture

Running: April 6, 2018 – May 21, 2018

Opening Hours: Café 10:00-21:30 (food last orders 20:30 / drinks last orders 21:00) / Merchandise Shop 10:00-21:00

 

Shinsaibashi 161 (Osaka)

Address: THE GUEST cafe & diner, 2F, 1-6-1 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Prefecture

Running: February 17, 2018 – April 15, 2018

Opening Hours: 11:00-21:00 (food last orders 20:00 / drinks last orders 20:30)

*Café will close at 18:00 on April 15th (food last orders 17:00 / drinks last orders 17:30)

 

THE GUEST café&diner Official Website: http://the-guest.com

 

© 武内直子 ・ PNP ・ 講談社 ・ 東映アニメーション

©1976, 2018, SANRIO CO., LTD.

 

 

The Very Hungry Caterpillar×MARRONNIER GATE GINZA

The Very Hungry Caterpillar is one of the most popular children’s picture books in the world, and it’s been turned into a cafe in Ginza. The colourful and vivid mind of illustrator and children’s book writer Eric Carle has been brought to life through food. The items on the menu excite the fun aspect of eating. Expect to tuck into everybody’s favourite French toast, omurice, hamburgers, pasta and more, all themed on the wonderful world of the world’s beloved caterpillar.

 

Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/84934

 

■Information

Harapeko Aomushi Café

Date: January 18, 2018 – August 31, 2018 (*closed February 19th)

Address: MARRONNIER GATE GINZA 1 (4F), Sunday Brunch, 2-2-14 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

Opening Hours: 11:00-21:00

*Reservation required before visiting the café by 17:30. You can sit at any seat after 17:30

Homepage: www.harapecocafe.com

 

TM & © 2018 Eric Carle LLC.

 

 

There are so many collab cafes open this month, so if you’re in Japan right now, then why not take a trip with a friend?

 

Click here for part two:https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/106411

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  • Top 7 Places to Eat Curry in Harajuku Not Known by Many People

    08.May.2018 | FEATURES / FOOD / SPOT

    Did you know that there are lots of places to eat irresistibly delicious curry in Harajuku, but not that many people know about them yet? Now you can get in on the secret.

    From standard Japanese-style curry to more unique flavours, here’s our list.

     

     

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    YOGORO

    This spinach-based chicken curry (¥900) is a reputable item on YOGORO’s menu, made in a tetsunabe pot! There are two types to choose from: one with spicy tomato as the base and fresh cream, and a milder version made with spinach. You can pick from pork and chicken for the meat to enjoy an original combination. We also recommend it topped with the soft-boiled egg!

     

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    YOGORO
    YOGORO
    Address: Komatsu Bldg. 1F, 2-20-10 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
    Opening Hours:
    [Monday-Friday] 11:30-16:00 / 18:00-20:00
    [Saturday] 11:30-16:00
    Closed: Sundays & Public Holidays
    TEL: 03-3746-9914
    Webpage: https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1306/A130601/13076645/

     

     

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    Minoringo

    This Keema curry (¥900) looks just like a decorative cake. The top of the curry is flooded with cheese. Its rich flavour is simply irresistible! We also recommend the standard Keema curry without the cheese too♡

     

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    Minoringo
    Address: West Bldg. 1F, 1-22-7 Jingumae, Shibuya, Toyko
    Opening Hours:
    [Tuesday-Friday] 11:30-15:00 / 18:30-21:30
    [Weekends & Holidays] 11:30-19:00
    Closed: Mondays
    TEL: 03-6447-2414
    Website: http://www.minoringo.jp

     

     

    Curry Up
    This curry house is produced by ‘A Bathing Ape’ founder NIGO. The beef & butter chicken curry (¥1,100) has a distinct mild yet rich taste to it. It’s enjoyable to enjoy two different flavours in one as seen in the picture. You can also combine your own flavours to your liking.

     

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    Curry Up
    Address: 105, 2-35-9 Jinguae, Shibuya, Tokyo
    Opening Hours:
    [Monday-Saturday] 11:30-21:00 (Last Orders 20:30)
    [Sunday & Holidays] 11:30-20:00 (Last Orders 19:30)
    No Fixed Holidays.
    TEL: 03-5775-5446
    Website: http://www.curryup.jp

     

     

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    SHANTi
    If we’re talking soup curry, then where else to go than SHANTi. The spice is on point and there’s a hearty serving of vegetables. There’s also many varieties of curry to choose from, so expect to be spoilt for choice. During lunchtime you can get a large serving of rice for free, and you’re free to enjoy a second helping, so if you’re a big eater, look no further.

     

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    SHANTi
    Address: Honorary Harajuku Bldg. 2F, 3-26-11 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
    Opening Hours: 11:30-00:00 (Last Orders)
    No Fixed Holidays.
    TEL: 03-5772-6424
    Website: http://www.shanticurry.com

     

     

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    BRITISH INDIAN CAFE 1930
    You wouldn’t think that this is a curry house, with its landmark stylish red wall. They serve Indian curry made the way the British do. Their popular butter chicken curry mixes together honey and fresh cream to give it its distinct sweet flavour. The faint spiciness and milk sweetness has made it a particularly popular dish with female customers. The softness of the tandoori chicken is great too. Being British-style, the curry goes well together with black tea.

     

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    BRITISH INDIAN CAFE 1930
    Address: 3-27-7 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
    Opening Hours: 11:30-21:00
    No Fixed Holidays.
    TEL: 050-5590-0486
    Website: http://cafe-1930.com

     

     

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    HENDRIX
    You could call the chefs at HENDRIX spice masters. They’re extremely thorough and attentive with the timing of when they put their spices in the curry. A popular dish on their menu is their pork curry. It’s cooked gradually with a large amount of spice and has a deep flavour that doesn’t just simply scream ‘hot.’ They’re also particular about their saffron rice which complements the curry. They use only koshihikari rice from the city of Inzai in Chiba Prefecture. The fact they’re even particular about the rice means you can look forward to some truly layered flavours!

     

    ■Information
    Address: 2-13-2 Jingumae, Shibuya Tokyo
    Opening Hours: 11:30-14:30 / 18:00-23:00
    Closed: Sundays & Public Holidays
    TEL: 03-3479-3857
    Webpage: https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1309/A130901/13007422/

     

     

    MOKUBABZA

    This keema curry restaurant is located on the corner of a secluded street. It originally used to open only as a night bar, but keema curry became the talk of the town for being delicious, so it came to be open during lunchtime too. The most popular item on their menu is undoubtedly their ‘Cheese Keema Curry.’ It offers a large serving of rice topped with keema curry and melty mozzarella cheese. Placed again on top of that is a perfectly round egg yolk, giving it a unique appearance. This exquisite dish is cooked thoroughly with carefully selected spices.

     

    Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/38757/2

     

    ■Informaiton

    CURRY & BAR – “MOKUBAZA”

    Address: 2-28-12 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 11:00-15:00 (Lunch Time) / 19:30-23:30 (Bar Time)

    Closed: Sundays & Holidays (Only closed for lunch on Sundays)

    TEL: 03-3404-2606

    Website: www.mokubaza.com/

     

    Drooling yet? You’ve absolutely got to try the exquisite curry hidden away in Harajuku. Tuck in during lunchtime or dinnertime!

     

  • The character cafe is a unique experience in Japan where a cafe collaborates with a well-known character from an anime series, games and so on and themes the decor and menu on that character. Here are some of the collaborative cafes open in May this year.

     

    This part two. Click here for part one:https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/106286

     

    Little Twin Stars × Voice Actress Shouta Aoi
    A café in collaboration with voice actress Shouta Aoi and Sanrio mascots Kiki and Lala, aka the Little Twin Stars, will open at Omotesando Box Cafe & Space on May 11, 2018. With pastel coloured food and desserts that’ll have you reaching for your camera over and over, why not dive into the world of the Little Twin Stars yourself?

     

    Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/103772

     

    ■Information

    Shouta Aoi × Little Twin Stars Café
    Address: Omotesando Box Cafe & Space, Pine Under Flat B1F, 5-13-2 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
    Running: May 11, 2018―June 10, 2018
    Opening Hours: 11:00-21:40 (80 minutes permitted)
    Reservations: ¥500 (with original sticker)
    Website:https://shoutaaoi-littletwinstars-collab-cafe.jp

     

     

    Popular Manga ‘Grappler Baki’ × Village Vanguard
    A café themed on the popular manga series Grappler Baki is now open at the Village Vanguard Café in Lumine EST Shinjuku until June 3. Baki is a famous manga with a second anime season adaptation slated for summer this year. There are 19 items on the menu in total, all of which are inspired by the original manga, including the 14 Kilo Satoumizu. There’s also original merchandise on sale to commemorate the café.

     

    Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/102844

     

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    Village Vanguard Café Lumine EST Shinjuku
    Address: Lumine EST Shinjuku 5F, 3-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
    TEL: 03-6457-7651
    Opening Hours: Weekdays 11:00-22:00 / Weekends & Holidays 10:30-21:30
    https://www.village-v.co.jp/shop/detail/654

    Grappler Baki Collaboration Café
    Running: April 17, 2018 – June 3, 2018
    https://www.village-v.co.jp/news/item/2473

    © Keisuke Itagaki (Akita Shoten) 1991

     

     

    The Greatest Showman × Tower Records Café
    The Tower Records Café is paying homage to the hit musical The Greatest Showman with a collaborative café running from May 9 to 27. There you will find costume displays of characters that appear in the story such as Barnum, a specially crafted menu inspired by the film, and even a 360° VR experience where you can watch the performers rehearsing.

    Additionally, special promotional videos will play each day, and there’ll even be events you can participate in on weekends. This café truly captures the world of The Greatest Showman!

     

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    The Greatest Showman × Tower Records Café
    Running: May 9, 2018 to May 27, 2018
    Location: Tower Records Café Omotesando
    Address: Ido Harajuku Building 2F, 6-3-9 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
    Opening Hours: 11:00-22:00 (Last Orders)
    Webpage: http://tower.jp/restaurants/cafe/omotesando

     

     

    Crayon Shin-chan Movie × CHEZ MADU TV Asahi
    CHEZ MADU has partnered up with the Crayon Shin-chan movie Crayon Shin-chan: Burst Serving! Kung Fu Boys ~Ramen Rebellion~ and opened a café at Roppongi TV Asahi for a limited period. There, you can enjoy the black panda ramen which appears in the film, as well as a curry inspired by the ‘burst’ part of its title that comes with karaage, gyoza, steamed dumplings and more. This one’s a must-see for fans of Crayon Shin-chan.

     

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    CHEZ MADU TV Asashi
    Address: TV Asahi Atrium 1F, 6-9-1 Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo
    Opening Hours: 10:00-19:00 (Last Orders 18:30)
    No Fixed Holidays.
    TEL: 03-6406-2188
    Website: http://www.tv-asahi.co.jp/hq/cafe/index.html

     

     

    My Little Pony × Sweets Paradise
    Roll up to the My Little Pony Pinkish Cafe which is open at Sweets Paradise in Shijo Kawaramachi until May 15 and Shinjuku Mylord until May 21. At the Kyoto branch they’re serving ‘Pinkie Pie’s Matcha Cupcakes,’ a flavour representative of Kyoto. The matcha green is decorated with colourful sugar which brings to mind the vibrant world of My Little Pony, as well as strawberries, to make a ‘pop-like’ kind of matcha. There’s also ‘Twilight’s Magical Ice Parfait’ which features the purple pony on top of some ice cream, as well as drinks. Enjoy any of the 13 items on the collaborative menu.

     

    ■Information

    MY LITTLE PONY Pinkish Cafe in Sweets Paradise

    Shinjuku Mylord, Tokyo – April 16 to May 21
    Shijo Kawaramachi, Kyoto – April 16 to May 15

    Price: Adults ¥1,300 / Children ¥860 / Free for those aged 3 and below
    *The collaborative café is \650 on top of the buffet price.
    *Sweets Paradise is expected to be very busy during this event. Please make a reservation in advance.
    Website: http://www.mylittlepony.jp/

     

     

    There are so many collab cafes open this month, so if you’re in Japan right now, then why not take a trip with a friend?


    Check out part one here:https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/106286

     

  • 6 Limited Edition Foods in Harajuku: May 2018

    04.May.2018 | FEATURES / FOOD / SPOT

    Hi, everyone! Ellie here from the MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center.

    The hot weather is still here - it’s the season where it feels great to be outside!

    Today, we take a look at 5 different limited time offer foods on sale in Harajuku/Shibuya this May.

     

    “Care Bear Cafe” - Harajuku Box Cafe & Space

    The popular Care Bear™ characters are getting their first ever collaborative cafe which will open at Harajuku Box Cafe & Space on May 20. Expect to see a photogenic and themed menu as well as plenty of perfect places to snap photos. There’ll also be an opportunity to take a picture with Care Bear™ plush toys♡ Look forward to getting your paws on the cute limited edition merchandise too available only at this cafe.

     

    ■Information

     

    Care Bear™ Cafe

    Address: Harajuku Box Cafe & Space, Lucessimo Building 2F, 4-28-28 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 11:00-21:40 (*80 minutes max)

    Entry: Reservations only.

    *Entry permitted on the day if there are available seats.

    Website: https://carebears-cafe.jp

     

     

    “Strawberry White Parfait” - THE PARFAIT STAND

    The newly opened takeout parfait shop THE PARFAIT STAND is selling drinkable strawberry white parfaits, ordinary strawberry white parfaits, and mini strawberry white parfaits until May 31. They offer innovative parfaits conceivable only by a shop that’s based in Harajuku, so be sure to try them yourself.

    Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/105338

     

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    THE PARFAIT STAND Harajuku

    Address: JR Harajuku Station Takeshita Exit Ticket Gates, 1-18-20 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 10:00-21:00

    TEL: 03-5413-3763

    Website: https://theparfaitstand.com

     

     

    “Honey Ginger Pancakes w/ Black Tea Sauce” - RAINBOW PANCAKE

    This dessert at Harajuku’s pancake shop RAINBOW PANCAKE uses ‘new ginger’ from Iwashita. Available until May 31, the pancake dough and sauce is infused with the Iwashita ginger and doushed in honey and milky cream. It marries perfectly with brown sugar coated nuts or whipped cream. On the side you get one whole piece of Iwashita new ginger and jelly.

     

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    RAINBOW PANCAKE

    Address: Ares Garden Omotesando, 4-28-4 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00

    No Fixed Holidays (Except New Year’s)

    TEL: 03-6434-0466

    Website: http://www.rainbowpancake.net/

     

     

    “Summer Gummy Festival” - PAPABUBBLE

    PAPABUBBLE is an artistic candy shop hailing from Barcelona, Spain. As part of their Summer Gummy Festival, they are release four new flavours and bringing back two old flavours of their popular Bubblets, a vegan-friendly candy made using pectin which comes from apples. Available until June 15, the new flavours include flat lemon, sudachi, muscat, and yubari lemon. The returning flavours were sold last year and include the popular pineapple and grapefruit editions. They’re cute, colourful and go perfect with tea.

     

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    PAPABUBBLE Shibuya

    Address: 17-2 Kamiyama, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: Mon to Sat 12:00-20:00 / Sun & Holidays 12:00-19:00

    Closed: Tuesdays

    TEL: 03-6407-8552

    Website: http://www.papabubble.com

     

     

    “Wicked Yoghurt Pineapple” - Wicked Snow

    Wicked Snow is a South Korean shaved ice cafe in Harajuku. There, they’re selling their limited edition ‘Wicked Yoghurt Pineapple’ flavour until June 30. Atop the powdered-snow-like yoghurt flavoured shaved ice are pieces of juicy pineapple and fresh cream. This fresh and fruity shaved ice is an irresistible choice for the hot summer♡ They are also selling their ‘Wicked Muscat’ made with plenty of seasonal fruits.

     

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    Wicked Snow Harajuku

    Address: Shanzerize Harajuku B1F, 4-28-14 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 11:00-21:00 (Last Orders 20:30)

    No Fixed Holidays.

    TEL: 03-3405-7605

    Webpage: https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1306/A130601/13207127/

     

     

     

    “Neko no Gohanya-san” - Collaborative Cafe

    Located on the third floor of Cute Cube Harajuku along Harajuku’s iconic Takeshita Street is Kawaiiya where they are currently holding a photo exhibition and cafe in collaboration with Neko no Kaburi Mono, a capsule toy series that was first released in September 2015. When thinking of a dish with ‘cat’ as the keyword, there’s nothing more perfect than neko manma, which translates to ‘cat food’ but refers to a dish made up of leftovers. Look forward to their ‘Ultimate Neko Manma’ made with large servings of sliced dried bonito.

    Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/99802

     

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    Neko no Gohanya-san

    Running: From April 1 until further notice

    *This is not a cat cafe. There are no actual cats.

     

    Neko no Kaburi Mono

    http://kitan.jp/products/nekosanrio

     

    Kawaiiya - Cute Cube Harajuku 3F

    Address: 1-7-1 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 10:00-22:00

    No Fixed Holidays.

    TEL: 03-6463-7833

    Website: cutecubeharajuku.com/

     

     

    Did you enjoy this list? Everything on here is available for a limited time only, so if you’re in Japan, be sure to hurry!

  • Rainbow sweets are now trending. As well as being very popular overseas, a large variety of shops that sell rainbow sweets have also been opening in Japan. Today we’ll be looking at rainbow sweets that you can eat in Tokyo! The impact of their vivid colours makes them perfect for an Instagram shot!

     

     

    LE SHINER (Takeshita Street, Harajuku)

    This shop has appeared many times on TV for its Instagram-worthy aesthetics. The pink bear is a real eye-catcher! The exterior is also cute ♡

     

    The shop's speciality is the rainbow soft serve ice cream. Colourful rainbow ice cream spirals around the base of pink ice cream.

     

     

    Their colourful menu also includes rainbow cake sticks, rainbow sandwiches and much more!

     

    Further information: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/ja/93444

     

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    LE SHINER (レ・シヤナー)

    Address: COXY176 Building 1st floor, 1-7-10, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening hours: Weekdays - 11:00 — 18:00 / Weekends & national holidays - 10:30 — 19:00

    Access: 3-minute walk from Harajuku station Takeshita Street exit (JR Yamanote line)/ 4-minute walk from the 5th exit of Meiji-Jingumae Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda line)

    TEL:070-1361-8686

     

     

     

    Totti Candy Factory (Takeshita Street, Harajuku)

     

    Totti Candy Factory has cute petit cakes, cotton candy and much more. There must be so many people who have tried this! Whatever you may have heard about this place, their showstopper is definitely the huge colourful cotton candy!

    If you're looking for a present or souvenir, we recommend you get one in a cup!

     

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    Totti Candy Factory

    Address: RYU Apartment 2nd floor, 1-16-5, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening hours: Weekdays - 11:00 — 20:00

    Weekends & national holidays: 10:00 — 20:00

    Access: 3-minute walk from Harajuku station Takeshita Exit (JR Yamanote line)

    TEL:03-3403-7007

    URL: http://www.totticandy.com/

     

     

     

    KAWAII MONSTER CAFE, HARAJUKU

    The KAWAII MONSTER CAFE is a new famous spot in Harajuku that has attracted many from all over the world.

     

    One of their specialities is the colourful poison parfait, which is a photogenic masterpiece that is topped with ice cream, fruit, and even a piece of roll cake.

     

    There are even rainbow cakes, rainbow pasta dishes, and much more!

     

    Further information: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/ja/64096

     

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    KAWAII MONSTER CAFE(カワイイモンスターカフェ)

    Address: YM Square 4th floor, 4-31-10, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening hours: Lunch: 11.30 — 16:30 (last orders: 16:00 ), dinner: 18:00 — 22:30 (last orders: 22:00) (Monday — Saturday and the day before national holidays

    ※ 90-minute seating slots, last entry: 15:30

    Sundays & national holidays 11:00 — 20:00(Last orders: 19:30)

    No regular closing days. It is possible that customers will not be allowed to enter the cafe when certain events take place.

    Access: 1-minute walk from the 5th exit of Meiji-Jingumae station (Subway)/ 5-minute walk from JR Harajuku station Omotesandō exit

    TEL: 03-5413-6142 ※It is possible to make reservations(Excluding Weekends and national holidays)

    URL:http://kawaiimonster.jp/day/pc/

     

     

     

    LOLA’S Cupcakes (Roppongi, Harajuku)

     

    It is possible to say that LOLA'S Cupcakes are the instigators for the rainbow sweets trend. Their cupcakes may be famous, but their rainbow cakes are also a popular choice!

     

    Seven different colour layers of cake are sandwiched together with buttercream.

     

    ◼︎Information

    LOLA’S Cupcakes

     

    Harajuku

    Address: Cascade, 2nd floor, 1-10-37, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

    Opening hours: 11:00 — 20:00

    Access: 2-minute walk from 3rd exit Meiji-Jingumae station (Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin line/ Chiyoda line), 2-minute walk from Harajuku station Omotesando exit (JR Yamanote line)

    TEL:03-6447-1127

     

    Roppongi

    Address: Roppongi Hills Metro Hut floor B1, 6-4-1, Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo

    Opening hours: 11:00 — 21:00

    Access: Direct access from the concourse of Roppongi station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya line), 4-minute walk from Roppongi station (Toei Ōedo Line)

    TEL:03-3475-1127

     

    URL:http://lolascupcakes.co.jp/Default.aspx

     

     

     

    A WORKS (Gakugei-daigaku Station)

     

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    What makes this cafe appear so Instagram-worthy is its resemblance to a traditional Japanse-style house. In this popular cafe, all the cakes are made by hand. Sales end once all the cakes are gone.

     

    This place has more to offer than just a rainbow-coloured cheesecake — there are also unicorn cakes, Cheshire cat cakes and much more ♡

     

    ◼︎Information

    Address: 3-3-7, Takaban, Mguro, Tokyo

    Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday Friday & Sunday:  11:30 — 22:00

    Thursdays:  11:30 — 16.00

    Saturdays:  11:30 — 23:00(Last orders: 22:00)

    Regular closing days: Wednesdays

    Access: 2-minute walk from Gakugei-daigaku Station (Toyoko line)

    TEL:050-5570-3475

    URL:http://aworks.m-cobo.com/menu.html

     

     

     

    NEW NEW YORK CLUB (Azabu-Jūban/ Jiyūgaoka station)

     

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    This shop was built for those who want to experience and taste New York culture in a New York atmosphere. Their signature treat is the rainbow-coloured bagel. However, they are only available on the weekends!

     

    ◼︎Information

    NEW NEW YORK CLUB

     

    Azabu-Jūban

    Address: 3-8-5, Azabu-Jūban, Minato, Tokyo

    Opening hours: 9:00 — 18:00 (Sales will end once all have been sold)

    No regular closing days

    Access: 3-minute walk from the A1 exit of Azabu-Jūban station (Tokyo Metro Namboku line)

    TEL:03-6873-1537

    Jiyūgaoka

    Address: TF 2-15-14, MidorigaokaMeguro, Tokyo 

    Opening hours: 11:30 — 20:00

    Regular closing days: Tuesday

    Access: 5-minute walk from Jiyūgaoka station

    TEL:03-6459-5669

     

    URL:http://newnewyorkclub.com/

     

     

    What are you waiting for? Get your hands on some rainbow sweets!

     
  • 5 Newly Opened Stores in Harajuku & Omotesando Selling Popular Sweets

    14.April.2018 | FEATURES / FOOD / SPOT

    Hey, everyone. Shiota here, the Director of the MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center. Harajuku is a candy and sweets battleground, with many different stores lining the streets. Today, we take a look at Instagram-worthy goodies from much talked about newly opened stores!   “THE PARFAIT STAND” – Takeout Parfaits Located exactly ZERO minutes from the Takeshita Exit of Harajuku Station is THE PARFAIT STAND, the sister store to popular cheese tart shop BAKE CHEESE TART.   Topping the parfait isn’t fresh cream, but meringue! The taste and texture of the parfait is irresistible throughout, with ice cream, purin, mousse and more. Just holding it is kawaii and something new to take onto the streets of Harajuku with you♡   Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/100198  
    ■Information THE PARFAIT STAND Harajuku Address: JR Harajuku Station Takeshita Exit Ticket Gates, 1-18-20 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo Opening Hours: 10:00-21:00 TEL: 03-5413-3763 Website:https://theparfaitstand.com
        “LONG! LONGER!! LONGEST!!!” – Japan’s Longest Food & Sweets Opening as Japan’s first shop to center around the ‘length’ of food, LONG! LONGER!! LONGEST!!! is located along Takeshita Street. The menu has three size variations, the same as in the store’s name. ‘LONGEST’ in fact offers the longest food product in Japan!   They have lots of products on offer, including soft serve ice cream, tornado potato, churros and more. You’ll never forget about their crazy length once you try one!   Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/93395  
    ■Information LONG! LONGER!! LONGEST!!! Address: 1-7-3 CUTE CUBE HARAJUKU 1F, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo Opening Hours: 10:00-20:00 No Fixed Holidays. Website:https://longest.jp
       

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    “GOMAYA KUKI” – Sesame Ice Cream GOMAYA KUKI is a store selling sesame ice cream which has received support from inside and outside Japan. They have opened a store in Ura-Harajuku. One serving is covered in close to 9,000 sesame seeds!   Their menu is full of new, unique products including ice cream made with sweets friend in sesame oil, Japanese-style parfaits sprinkled with sesame seeds, and more. They also offer takeaway ice cream in cups.  
    ◼︎Information GOMAYA KUKI Address: Harajuku H Bldg. 1F, 4-26-22 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00 TEL: 080-7961-8516 Website:http://gomayakuki.jp/
       
    “Q-pot CAFE.” – Accessories Turned Into Sweets This café is inspired by Q-pot., an accessory brand who create kawaii products themed around sweets.   The café is decorated in all things sweet as far as the eye can see. The interior has a fairy-tale like atmosphere that female customers will love. The sweets here are both sweet in appearance and taste looking exactly Q-pot.’s necklaces, rings and so on.  
    ◼︎Information Q-pot CAFE. Address: Q-pot CAFE. 1F, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo Opening Hours: 11:00-20:00 (Last Orders 19:30) No Fixed Holidays. (Except New Year’s Holiday) TEL: 03-6447-1218 Website:http://www.Q-pot.jp/shop/cafe/
       
    “The Pie Hole Los Angeles” – Original Pies from LA This popular store hails from Los Angeles and sells their own original pies and organic coffee, and it’s found its way to Takeshita Street in Harajuku!   Since April 4, they have been holding their second all-you-can-eat session for all their pie products every Wednesday. From sweet pies to classic pies, each and every one is handmade with care and attention. Why not head to one of their all-you-can-eats to try them yourself?  
    ◼︎Information The Pie Hole Los Angeles  Harajuku Takeshita street Address:ITO Bldg. 2F, 1-6-12 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo Opening Hours:10:00~20:30 No Fixed Holidays. TEL:03-6804-2010 Website:http://piehole.jp/
        Are you hungry now? Be sure to use this list as reference if you’re looking for a café in Harajuku!   And if you’re unsure of how to get to any of these places, then pop into the MOSHI MOSHI BOX and we’d be happy to help!    
    MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center MOSHI MOSHI BOX is a tourist information center located at the cross road of Takeshita Street, Meiji Street, and Harajuku Street. The staff there are experts on the Harajuku area. You can get the most up-to-date news of Harajuku from the site.   Services: Service list ・free wi-fi ・free water ・free PC & charge ・baggage room ・gift shop ・currency exchange Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00 Closed: The year-end and New Year holidays Contact: 03-2225-6447 TwitterInstagram
  • Experience Japanese Culture #3: Temari Sushi Lesson in a Japanese Food Class at Dikanyama

    04.April.2018 | FEATURES / FOOD / SPOT

    Japanese model Yuri Sugunama, a.k.a “Yurippa,” is taking us on the third trip in her series series where she goes to personally experience Japanese culture and cultivate new hobbies. This time, she gets involved in a cooking lesson to make springtime temari sushi! Yurippa has always had an interest in homemade cooking but never really had the opportunity to challenge herself to it. So, how did she do...?


    uki-uki cafe is located in Daikanyama which is just one stop from Shibuya on the Tōkyū Tōyoko Line. It's an easy place to get to just 5-minutes from the station tucked away in a quiet residential area. Upon opening the door to the café, you are greeted with a fresh space full of green plant life. You'll totally forget about the hustle and bustle of the city.


    Teaching the lesson is uki-uki cafe's representative, Ayumi Kashiwabara. She's a food co-ordinator who promotes happy cooking that you'll unintentionally want to take a photo of. Not only does she serve food that makes your everyday dining table evermore buoyant, she also holds cooking lessons every now and then. "Call me Ayu-chan-sensei, okay?" she says with a pose. She's extremely friendly!


    Today's challenge is making two items: 'temari sushi' and 'spring mizore soup.' First off, the temari sushi! You begin by mixing together 250g of rice with 25ml of vinegar, 15g of sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This is then divided into 8 portions. Spread out some clingfilm and place ham in the middle. Then put one portion of rice on top and roll. Do this for all 8 portions. Roll the ham and rice into one and when taking the clingfilm off make sure that they stay together and don't separate.


    Next is making plum lotus roots. Fill the holes of the lotus roots with bainiku plum. Use your finger to delicately press it all together. It's easy if you use a tube for this part. An excited Yurippa exclaimed, "This is the first time in my life I'm making food using bainiku plum!"


    At this point, Ayu-chan-sensei added a small touch: "It'll look gorgeous if you do it like this." With just a little twist, she made it look even more fantastic by putting on thinly sliced lemon and sprinkling over some pepper. The two of them looked like they were having fun cooking next to each other.



    Before dishing up the temari sushi, it's time to make the mizore soup. Add two teaspoons of Japanese dashi to 120ml of water and mix in one teaspoon of soy sauce, one teaspoon of sake, one teaspoon of mirin, and a little salt. Bring to the boil and just add some grated daikon. Daikon skin has nutritional value, so wash it thoroughly and rub dry.


    Finally, add green beans into the mizore soup, put in wheat gluten, and... "All done!"


    Yurippa's colourful temari sushi and mizore soup is complete and perfect for spring. Going out and adding seasonal a lunch mat, pair of chopsticks and tableware is fun too.


    Yurippa was happy, commenting: "I can feel that food made by hand really is more delicious! It was easy and didn't take long, plus I like how exciting it looks. I want to invite my friends over to my house for a meal."

     

    Cooking lessons are held once in a while at uki-uki cafe where you can learn how to make food that'll make your ordinary days more fun. If you think a cooking lesson is a little too much to handle, then just pop in to the café for a kawaii meal. Coming face to face with the food at uki-uki cafe will surely make your day that much happier.

     

    ■Information
    uki-uki cafe
    Address: 88.DAIKANYAMA 3F, Daikanyamacho, Shibuya, Tokyo
    Opening Hours: 11:00-18:00 (Lunch Last Orders 16:00 / Last Orders 17:30)
    Access: 5-minutes on foot from Daikanyama Station via the Tōkyū Tōyoko Line
    Website: http://ayupichi.com/index.html
    *Cooking classes are held at irregular periods. Please enquire beforehand if you are a visitor from overseas.

     

     

    Model: Yuri Suganuma @yurippa93



    Yuri Sugunuma is a model with a high fashion sense that has been picked up by various magazines. She receives much love and support from girls of the same generation as her to whom she is known by her nickname “Yurippa.” She has a huge influence across her social media. Recently, she has stepped into other fields outside of modelling, such as appearing in TV shoots and in music videos. She is skilled in make-up and involved in the development of cosmetics.

    Writer & Photographer: Haruka Yamamoto

    Translator: Joshua Kitosi-Isanga

     

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    19.October.2023 | FASHION / FOOD / SPOT

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    ■FOOD & DRINK

    During the first half of the event, the pop-up shop will be serving food made in collaboration with the hot dog specialty restaurant HOTDOG CAFE STAND STATION TOKYO. The limited-edition menu includes the crazy Monster Dog, consisting of a monster holding a sausage in its mouth, and the monstrous Philly Cheesesteak, made with juicy tenderloin and tons of cheese.   The second half of the event will feature the Colorful Pop Burger Blue Monster (Teriyaki Chicken) from KAWAII MONSTER CAFE’s popular menu, along with French Fries with Monster Dip served with five different colorful sauces. Visitors are welcome to get into the Halloween spirit by enjoying the Monster Float during the pop-up event. <10/19~10/22 Exclusive Menu> Monster Dog: ¥880 (Tax Included) *In collaboration with HOTDOG CAFE STAND STATION TOKYO Philly Cheesesteak: ¥1,350 (Tax Included) *In collaboration with HOTDOG CAFE STAND STATION TOKYO   <10/26~10/31 Exclusive Menu> Colorful Pop Burger Blue Monster (Teriyaki Chicken): ¥1,200 (Tax Included) French Fries with Monster Dip: ¥700 (Tax Included) Monster Float: ¥800 [Rose/Passionfruit/Kyoho Grape]  

    ■GOODS

    New KAWAII MONSTER CAFE goods will make their first appearance at this pop-up shop! Guests can visit the Sweets Factory to create their own candy assortment by filling their favorite containers with chocolates, gummies, and other goodies. Harajuku Icing Cookies will also be available in collaboration with SHONPY, a popular cake shop. Be sure to grab some incredible souvenirs!   In addition, popular KAWAII MONSTER CAFE collaboration items from years past will be available, along with adorable plushies from the globally beloved brand Ty. Visitors can also snag some unique zipit pouches and flexible PLUS PLUS blocks starting October 26.  

    ■EXPERIENCE

    During the event, KAWAII MONSTER CAFE’s iconic Monster Girls and the character Choppy will greet guests and take photos, as well as shoot cute Halloween-inspired videos together. Visitors wishing to be transformed into Monster Girls themselves can speak to the store girls, clad in Decora fashion and rocking accessories from 6%DOKIDOKI. These ladies will provide POP Harajuku Monster makeovers featuring original tattoo stickers and unique hair accessories to get you ready for Halloween.

    ■PHOTO SPOT

    At the event, guests will find the 3-meter tall Sweets Cake Balloon inspired by the Sweets-Go-Round Cake, the symbol of KAWAII MONSTER CAFE. Surrounded by colorful decorations and captivating monsters, visitors are sure to leave with plenty of special memories. Guests of all ages are invited to spend the Halloween season surrounded by the unique wonders of Harajuku!
  • HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE, a Collaboration Between Hot Topic & Studio Ghibli, Gets Pop-Up Store at Shinsaibashi PARCO

    09.March.2023 | FASHION / SPOT

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    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

  • Rilakkuma 20th Anniversary Cafe Be Held in Omotesando, Tokyo in March and April

    06.March.2023 | ANIME&GAME / FOOD / SPOT

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    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

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    You Can Choose♪ Rilakkuma and Friends Floats 

    Honey Forest Jelly Soda

    Relaxing Pudding Drink

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    Original Merch

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    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.

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  • Jimmy Choo Announces 30th Anniversary Sailor Moon Collection Available Worldwide

    09.February.2023 | ANIME&GAME / FASHION

    Jimmy Choo has announced a new collection to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the internationally beloved Sailor Moon series.

     

    Feminine style and power are important themes in Sailor Moon, and these inspiring elements are incorporated into Jimmy Choo’s beautiful shoes and accessories. The collection will include items inspired by Sailor Moon, Sailor Mercury, Sailor Mars, Sailor Jupiter, Sailor Venus, and Luna. These superheroines created by Naoko Takeuchi are ready to take the main stage, and there’s no doubt that fans around the world will be clamoring to get their hands on these items next week.

    Sailor Moon boots/ VARENNE QUAD XS

    Sailor Mercury ankle boots

    Sailor Mars patent pumps

    Sailor Jupiter boots

     Sailor Venus platform pumps

       

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  • FRUITS ZIPPER Valentine Pop-Up Shop to Open at Laforet Harajuku

    28.January.2023 | FASHION / SPOT

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  • CreepHyp to Bring 10th Anniversary Exhibition to Nagoya PARCO

    24.January.2023 | MUSIC / SPOT

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