20,000 Pink Flowers to Adorn Fuji-Q Highland For ‘Pink Garden’ Event

16.June.2019 | SPOT

The free-to-enter theme park Fuji-Q Highland is set to hold an event entitled Pink Garden at Lisa & Gaspard Town where around 20,000 pink flowers are set to bloom.

The event is being held as a way for both local and foreign tourists to Mount Fuji to enjoy the beautiful scene of flowers with the mountain in the background. The event will follow the ongoing Yellow Garden event which is ongoing until June 23. During the full bloom period, the town’s symbolic 13 meter tall Eiffel Tower will be surrounded by 4 types of summer plants including petunias and impatiens for a total of 20,000 flowers. The best time to see them will be at the end of July.

As well as that, a fruit-themed event entitled Fruits Festa will also be held in Lisa & Gaspard Town from June 29 to September 6. The town will be decorated in colourful flowers and fruits, and visitors can look forward to cooling down with some decorative shaved ice made by the hotel, or one of the refreshing drinks. There will also be some adorable looking fruity desserts too.

Enter Fuji-Q Highland for free if you’re visiting Japan this summer and enjoy the gorgeous flowers with Mount Fuji as the backdrop.

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    17.May.2022 | FOOD / SPOT

    Le Cafe de Joel Robuchon, located inside Niponbashi Takashimaya, is now offering a special menu in collaboration with the French children’s book characters Gaspard and Lisa! These items will be available until May 31, 2022.

     

    Collaboration Menu

    Gaspard and Lisa Plate

    Strawberry Galette with Gaspard and Lisa (Served with coffee or tea)

    Exclusive Merchandise

    Original Pouch

    Coaster

     

    Visitors can enjoy a Gaspard and Lisa plate complete with two adorable mini-burgers served with fries and strawberry panna cotta. Those wanting a dessert can grab a buckwheat flour galette covered in strawberries!

     

    The location will be decorated with Paris-themed illustrations from the Gaspard and Lisa picture books during the collaboration, and customers will receive an original pouch and limited edition coaster as order bonuses. Be sure not to miss this little slice of France in Tokyo! 

     

    ©2022 Anne Gutman & Georg Hallensleben / Hachette Livre

  • Smartphone Game ‘BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!’ Starts Another Collaboration with Fuji-Q Highland

    19.April.2022 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT

    Fuji-Q Highland will hold a special collaborative event with the popular smartphone game ‘BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!’ from April 29 until June 29, 2022!’ This is the fifth time the two have teamed up, and seven popular characters are being shown in new illustrations, each representing a particular attraction. Announcements made at the park will be made by characters from the mobile title, and guests can enjoy menu items and merchandise exclusive to the event.

     

    The highlight of this year’s event is the Smartphone Stamp Rally, in which visitors can hear the voices of their favorite characters while exploring the spacious grounds. By scanning life-size panels of the members installed throughout the park with their smartphones, visitors can enjoy the stories of each of the seven members read in their own voices. A gift will be given to those who complete the challenge! 

     

    An original rhythm game will be available for a limited time, and those who complete it and scan the QR code will snag an original collaboration wallpaper. Buses at the resort will also be wrapped in ‘BanG Dream!’ decorations.

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  • BanG Dream! Girls Band Party x Fuji-Q Highland Summer Event Announced

    25.July.2021 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT

    Fuji-Q Highland is set to host a summer event in collaboration with the mobile rhythm game BanG Dream! Girls Band Party from August 7 to September 12.

     

    This marks the amusement park’s 4th collaboration with the game which will see newly-illustrated artwork of the characters decorating the attractions, a special talk show hosted by the voice actresses, limited-time announcements on the attractions recorded by the voice actresses, a themed food menu, original merch, and more.

     

    A digital stamp rally will also take place which will have guests locating life-sized panels of seven characters which they need to scan with their smartphone. This will give them a special voiced story. Those who obtain all the digital stamps by scanning all the panels will receive a free novelty as well as an original voiced guide for boarding the amusement park train. The train too will be decorated in BanG Dream! artwork.

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  • Celebrate Sasuke Uchiha’s Birthday at Fuji-Q Highland’s Naruto x Boruto Summer Event

    11.June.2021 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT

    Fuji-Q Highland began its ‘NARUTO x BORUTO Fuji Hidden Leaf Village’ event on Wednesday which is set to run throughout summer until August 29. The event is taking place to celebrate the birthday of the popular character Sasuke Uchiha from the Naruto franchise.

     

    During the event, a keyword rally will take place, and a special menu will be served up.

     

    Keyword Rally

    Guests must play and ride six Naruto-themed attractions at the park where they will be able to collect keywords related to the Uchiha family. Those who manage to answer all the questions correctly will receive one of two free exclusive pins. The Sasuke & Itachi design will be available from June 9 to July 22 and the Uchiha Family design from July 23 to August 29. Check out the designs below, both of which are must-grabs for fans of Sasuke and the Uchihas.

     

    Pin Design 1: Sasuke & Itachi (Uchiha Brothers) | Available: June 9, 2021 – July 22, 2021 

     

    Pin Design 2: Sasuke & Sakura & Sarada (Uchiha Family) | Available: July 23, 2021 – August 29, 2021

     

     

    Special Menu

    Guests will also be able to enjoy a special menu line-up including a ramen dish served at Ichiraku, the ramen bar at Fuji-Q Highland which is themed on the same eatery of the same name in Naruto, and two cakes at Fuji-Q Highland’s official hotel resort and spa.

    Uchiha Brother’s Spicy Ramen | ¥1,500 (Tax Included)

    Uchiha Brother’s Print Cake

    Uchiha Family’s Print Cake

    ⓒ岸本斉史 スコット/集英社・テレビ東京・ぴえろ

  • Gaspard and Lisa Themed Menu to be Served in Tokyo

    12.April.2021 | FOOD / SPOT

    The popular French characters Gaspard and Lisa are getting their own themed menu at Le Cafe la Boutique du Joel Robuchon in Tokyo. The menu will be served from April 24 to May 9 and takes inspiration from Anne Gutman and Georg Hallensleben’s children’s book series.

    Gaspard and Lisa One Plate & Cocktail Set | ¥3,300 (Tax Included)

    Non-Alcoholic Strawberry & Lychee Cocktail | ¥990 (Tax Included)

    Strawberry Galette (With Coffee or Tea) | ¥2,420 (Tax Included)

    Coasters

    Pouch

    The first 500 customers who order something from the menu will receive a free coaster, and those who spend over ¥5,000 will get a special pouch.

     

    Enter the charming world of Gaspard and Lisa with this cute themed menu.

     

    (C) 2021 Anne Gutman & Georg Hallensleben / Hachette Livre

  • Fuji-Q Highland’s Gaspard and Lisa Town Begins Spring Season Strawberry Festival

    27.March.2021 | FOOD / SPOT

    Strawberry lovers, listen up. If you’re looking to indulge in strawberry-flavoured desserts all day long, then this fruity festival will have your mouth watering. The Gaspard and Lisa themed town at Fuji-Q Highland in Yamanashi is now holding its annual Strawberry Festa event which is running until May 5.

     

    There are so many tasty treats to enjoy at this year’s event, from cakes and pastries, desserts and drinks—all made with plump and fresh strawberries—that you can enjoy eating while walking around the themed town. One must-try is the Strawberry Pavlova which is made with a meringue that’s crunchy on the outside and soft in the middle and is adorned with fresh cream and, of course, strawberries. It’s a hearty serving but is actually a light and refreshing eat.

    Strawberry Afternoon Tea Set at Les Rêves Salon de thé

    Strawberry Festa exclusive face masks

    Guests at the park who spend over ¥3,000 in a single transaction at any shop in the town will receive a free original face mask.

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    Meet Gaspard and Lisa in-person

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    Strawberry Crepe recipe showcase

    For those unable to travel due to restrictions, the town has also posted an online video showing how you can makes a strawberry crepe at home.

     

    Chocolate bananas at LA BANANE

    A variety of new shops have also opened at Fuji-Q Highland, including Strawberry Fetish which is Japan’s first shop specialising in strawberry hard candy, as well as LA BANANE where you can enjoy chocolate bananas and other treats.

    Colourful bagels at BONBON BAGLE

    Gaspard and Lisa Town original merchandise

  • Fuji-Q Highland’s Hidden Leaf Village Theme Park Area Adds New Photo Spots

    08.December.2020 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT

    Fuji-Q Highland, an amusement park in Yamanashi, Japan, added new photo spots to its popular Naruto x Boruto Fuji Hidden Leaf Village area on Friday (December 4).

     

    The new spots

    New statues of Jiraiya, Tsunade, Gaara, and Itachi have been placed around the park, making the perfect for a photo opportunity and to make guests feel even more like they’re in the world of Naruto.

     

    A new Gaara-inspired ramen dish

    ¥1,180 (Tax Included)

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    Naruto themed hotel rooms at Highland Resort Hotel & Spa

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    If you’ve always wanted to feel like you’re in the world of Naruto, look no further than Fuji-Q Highland.

     

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  • Fuji-Q Highland Begins Christmas Event at Gaspard and Lisa Town

    19.November.2020 | SPOT

    Christmas cheer is here at Fuji-Q Highland, the popular amusement park in Yamanashi, where a special Christmas event is taking place at Gaspard and Lisa Town in the park.

     

    Christmas gift set with original tote bag

    Hot Coffee Set | ¥2,000 (Tax Included)

    Up until Christmas Day, the Gaspard and Lisa Town shop is selling a special hot coffee set to warm visitors this holiday season which comes with coffee, cookies, and a coffee cup sleeve.

    The set comes in a festive tote bag with Gaspard and Lisa celebrating Christmas 2020 around a Christmas tree.

     

    Hot Coffee Set Contents
    ①Drip Coffee (Gaspard or Lisa version)
    ②5 Fujiyama Cookies
    ③Sleeve (Gaspard or Lisa version)
    *Tote bags are available while supplies las

     

    Treats for Christmastime

    Gaspard and Lisa Christmas Jar Sweets | ¥500 (Tax Included)

    At the Les Rêves Salon de thé tea salon, visitors can pick up a jar dessert which contains a sweet and sour tart topped with Gaspard and Lisa shaped cookies. Cafe Brioche is also selling a selection of freshly-made Christmas pastries.

     

    When visitors spend over ¥2,000 in a single transaction at shops in the town they will receive a limited-edition Gaspard and Lisa Christmas coaster.

     

    Send Christmas post to the Gaspard and Lisa creators

    When buying something in the town, customers will be handed a Christmas card that they can send a message in to post in the town’s Christmas postbox. The post will be sent to wife and husband Anne Gutman and Georg Hallensleben, the creators of Gaspard and Lisa, in Paris, France. Up on the second floor of the town’s shop are also drawings and messages by the two creators delivered for this year’s Christmas event.

     

    Post Collection: November 14, 2020 – December 13, 2020

    Location: Gaspard and Lisa Town Shop

    *1 card per transaction, available while supplies last

     

    Meet Gaspard and Lisa

    Gaspard and Lisa donning Christmas cloaks will make an appearance on Christmas cloaks to light up the Towatomo Tree. Visitors can also enjoy a soup with a cute Gaspard or Lisa sleeve.

     

    Date: December 25, 2020
    Time: From 16:30
    Location: Gasprd and Lisa Town’s Towatomo Tree
    Prices:
    Soup Only – ¥300 (Tax Included)

    Soup & Sleeve – ¥720 (Tax Included)

     

    Wine bottle shaped chocolate

    ~Le Premier~Le chocolate au vin | ¥2,980 (Tax Included)

    The bakers at Highland Resort Hotel & Spa have crafted a new wine bottle-shaped chocolate for the Christmas event. Its sweetness makes it perfect for pairing with wine.

     

    Available: Les Rêves Salon de thé in Gaspard and Lisa Town

     

     

    ©2020 Hachette Livre

  • Celebrate Naruto’s Birthday at Fuji-Q Highland’s Hidden Leaf Village Theme Park Area

    03.October.2020 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT

    Naruto Uzumaki’s birthday falls on October 10, so to celebrate, Fuji-Q Highland, an amusement park in Yamanashi, Japan, is holding a birthday festival for the titular character of the popular anime series. The event will be held at the park’s Naruto x Boruto Fuji Hidden Leaf Village area.

    Naruto Ramen | ¥1,280 | Available: October 10, 2020 and October 11, 2020

    Customers who order the special ramen dish from the ramen bar at the park, which is called Ramen Ichiraku after Naruto’s favourite eatery in the series, will get a huge topping of naruto, a type of Japanese steamed fish-paste cake. Only 100 of these hearty dishes will be served a day.

     

    The park is also holding a social media campaign. If they can reach 7,610 followers—a number which can be read as “na-ru-to” in Japanese—this year, then they’ll hold a lottery for fans to win a special prize.

    Naruto Print Cake / Naruto Team 7 Print Cake

    Fuji-Q Highland will also serve up two cakes, one with just Naruto and the other with Naruto and the rest of Team 7 including Sasuke, Sakura, and Kakashi.


    Jiraiya / Tsunade / Gaara / Itachi

    Lastly, from the end of November, life-sized portraits of Jiraiya, Tsunade, Gaara, and Itachi will be set up at the park for fans to take photos with.

     

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  • Gaspard and Lisa Cosmetic Range Releases in Collaboration With Cosme Kitchen

    17.July.2020 | FOOD

    To celebrate the 10th anniversary of MASH Beauty Lab, a range of original and exclusive merchandise made in collaboration with popular French fictional characters Gaspard and Lisa and Cosme Kitchen will be released in limited quantities. Pre-sales opened at Cosme Kitchen’s web store on July 15 while in-store purchases will be available at 70 branches in Japan from July 17.

     

    Cosme Kitchen is a shop whose first branch opened in Daikanyama, Tokyo. They stock specially selected natural and organic cosmetic products from around the world. Gaspard and Lisa are fictional characters that appear in a children’s book series of the same name by wife and husband Anne Gutman and Georg Hallensleben. The collaboration hopes to bring smiles to people’s faces around Japan with organic, sustainable, and cute products.

    Gaspard and Lisa Sauvent la Planete: ¥1,200 (Before Tax)

    A new children’s book has been created exclusively for this collaboration. It will be sold at Cosme Kitchen only.

     

    Product Line-Up (Excerpt)

    Cosme Kitchen Small Eco-Bag: ¥1,800 (Before Tax)

    This sustainable eco-bag is made from 100% plastic waste from the ocean. Available while supplies last.

    MAMA BUTTER Chamomile & Orange (40ml): ¥1,200 (Before Tax)

    A hand cream which is gentle blend of organic chamomile and orange. The bottle features a cute illustration of Gaspard and Lisa.

    nahrin Herb Oil 33+7 Roll-On (10ml): ¥2,300 (Before Tax)

    This herb oil is based on a Swiss herb recipe made using a blend of 40 different herbs. A perfect choice for those necessary moments of self care.

    made of Organics Manuka Honey & Chamomile Spray Strawberry (25ml): ¥1,500 (Before Tax)

    An alcohol-free spray which can be used for anyone over the age of 2-years-old. It’s an organic blend of manuka honey and leatherwood honey.

    WELEDA Bath Milk Mini Set (20ml x 5): ¥2,500 (Before Tax)

    An assortment of five different bath milk fragrances. Choose a scent based on how you feel that day.

     

    This is just a peek at the products that are on offer for the collaboration. To see more, visit the Cosme Kitchen Webstore at the link below.

  • Enjoy a Carpet of Pink Flowers and The Summer Silhouette of Mt.Fuji at Fuji-Q Highland

    08.August.2019 | SPOT

    Fuji-Q Highland is an amusement park located near the base of Mount Fuji. This summer, the park is turning pink as 20,000 pink flowers bloom at Lisa and Gaspard Town.

    Petunias, Impatiens and more ー a range of vibrant summer flowers are currently in full bloom at the park. From the magnificent, snowless summer silhouette of Mount Fuji towering in the background to the mini Eiffel Tower and pink carpet before your eyes, there is just so much beauty competing to capture your gaze. This picturesque view is limited to the summer season and cannot be seen anywhere else in the world.

    This year marks the 20th anniversary of the French characters Gaspard and Lisa, who were “born” on August 26th and August 19th respectively. To celebrate, the park has set up a wide range of events and fun features including a giant flower wall creation event, a birthday party, a special scheme via Instagram and much more.

    Many of the events are open for anyone to participate in for free. There is also a new Lisa and Gaspard Town-limited birthday plan that will be available until the end of September. Les Rêves Salon de thé, a restaurant located at the Highland Resort and Spa, has even prepared a special anniversary cake and is even running a special celebratory scheme where customers have the chance of receiving a special Gaspard and Lisa-themed embroidered badge. This is the perfect way to celebrate the birthdays of these two lovable characters. 

     

    Looking for some refreshing energy to battle the heat? There is currently a summer holiday Fruit Festival running until September 9. 

    Lisa and Gaspard Town will be selling special summer shaved ice desserts that are full of vibrant colours and juicy fruity flavours. There are also drinks, desserts and so much more. This is also the perfect opportunity to indulge in Yamanashi prefecture’s specialty; the Japanese pear. 

     

    There is no better way to enjoy the summer holidays than an amusement park located at the foot of Mount Fuji. Enjoy the pink scenery and take advantage of the free park entry!

     

    © 2019 Anne Gutman & Georg Hallensleben / Hachette Livre

  • Character cafés are an exciting experience in Japan which sees a café collaborate with well-known anime series, game series or other franchise by decorating the café interior with designs and illustrations based on them and meals and drinks inspired by them.

     

    Before continuing this article be sure to check out our June 2019 list of character cafés as some of them are still running!

     

     

    Sanrio x Ichigo Shimbun Collaboration – Ichigo Shimbun Dinder (July 11-September 30)

    Ichigo Shimbun is a monthly magazine published by Sanrio which includes information about the latest character merchandise and much more. Sanrio has opened a café themed on their magazine at EGG & SPUMA which located on the 8th floor of Shinjuku Lumine EST. “Vacation” is the theme of the café where Sanrio fans can enjoy a summery food menu. Enjoy a fun summer together with the Sanrio characters♡

     

    Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/230790

     

    ▼Ichigo Shimbun Diner
    Location: EGG & SPUMA, Shinjuku Lumine EST Floor 8F, 3-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo
    Running: July 11, 2019 – September 30, 2019
    Business Hours: Weekdays 11:00-23:00 (Last Orders 22:00) / Weekends & Holidays 11:00-22:30 (Last Orders 21:30)
    TEL: 03-6273-0255
    Website: http://salt-group.jp/shop/egg-spuma/

     

    AAA CITY SUMMER PARTY – AAA Cafés in Tokyo & Osaka (July 19-September 1)

    AAA’s collaborative café is themed on midsummer city pop. Their seasonal menu features drinks, desserts and more inspired by each respective colour of the group members. If you dine at the café you’ll get yourself a special lunch mat, and if you order a drink, you’ll get an original drink coaster. There’s plenty of other exclusive AAA café merchandise too, so if you’re a fan of the pop group then this is one you won’t want to miss out on this summer!

     

    ▼AAA CITY SUMMER PARTY

    Running

    Omotesando (Tokyo): July 19, 2019 – September 1, 2019

    Shinsaibashi (Osaka): July 19, 2019 – September 1, 2019

     

    Location

    Tokyo: OMOTESANDO BOX CAFE&SPACE (Pine Under Flat B1F, 5-13-2 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo)

    Osaka: Shinsaibashi contact (1-6-24 Kita-Horie, Nishi Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture)

     

    Reservations

    ・Table reservations for August 1 to September 1 opened on July 12 at 18:00 (JST)

    ・Reservation Price: ¥650 (Before Tax) *Comes with bonus merchandise

    AAA CITY SUMMER PARTY Official Website: https://aaa-cafe-2019.jp

    AAA Official Website: https://avex.jp/aaa/

     

    Bonobono & Pompompurin’s First Ever Café Collaboration (July 11-September 1)

    The Harajuku, Umeda and Yokohama branches of the Pompompurin Café have teamed up with the beloved anime character Bonobono to release four menu items themed on playing together at the beach.

     

    Both Bonobono and Pompompurin fans alike won’t be able to resist the cute and delicious dishes being served at the cafes this summer.

     

    Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/231395

     

    Pompompurin Café Harajuku

    Address: CUTE CUBE HARAJUKU 3F, 1-7-1 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo

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

    Pompompurin Café Umeda
    Address: Hankyu Sanbangai South Wing B2F, 1-1-3 Shibata, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi
    Opening Hours: Weekdays 11:00-22:00 (Last Orders 21:30) / Weekends & Holidays 10:00-22:00 (Last Orders 21:30)

    Pompompurin Café Yokohama

    Address: Yokohama Sotetsu Square, 2-1-5 Minamisaiwai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama-shi

    Opening Hours: 10:00-21:00 (Last Orders 20:30)

     

    Bonobono Official Website: http://www.bonoanime.jp/

    Pompompurin Café Official Website: http://pompom.createrestaurants.com

    ©Mikio Igarashi /Takeshobo, Fuji TV, Eiken © 1996, 2019 SANRIO CO., LTD. APPROVAL NO.S601363

     

    Astronaut Snoopy Soars Up Tokyo Skytree (July 18-October 14)

    Tokyo Skytree is now holding the FIRST BEAGLE IN SKYTREE® event in collaboration with the astronaut version of Snoopy which appeared in the original comic 50 years ago.

     

    Every astronaut needs a good meal to keep them going. Head to the SKYTREE CAFE on the Tembo Deck on floor 340F and enjoy a selection of themed desserts, drinks and more. Astronaut Snoopy decorations line the cafe where you can get limited-edition novelties too. Soar into and learn all about space this summer with your pal Snoopy♡

     

    Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/232293

     

    FIRST BEAGLE IN SKYTREE®

    Running: July 18, 2019 – October 14, 2019

    Location: Tokyo Skytree Tembo Deck and Tembo Galleria

    *A separate fee must be paid to to enter the Tokyo Skytree Tembo Galleria

    Tokyo Skytree Official Website: http://www.tokyo-skytree.jp/en/

    Snoopy Japan Website: http://www.snoopy.co.jp/

    ©2019 Peanuts Worldwide LLC

    ©TOKYO-SKYTREE

     

    Gaspard & Lisa x Afternoon Tea TEAROOM (July 25-August 28)

    The Koshigaya Laketown kaze, LaLaport Yokohama, Terrace Mall Shonan, and Nagoya LACHIC branches of the Afternoon Tea TEAROOM have joined hands with the French picture book series Gaspard and Lisa to celebrate its 20th anniversary.

     

    The tea shops have been decorated with a special Gaspard and Lisa theme. There are photo spots at each cafe, and in the Nagoya LACHIC branch there is even a book corner with 20 books from the series. This is the perfect place to enjoy a special summer meal with your family, so don’t miss out!

     

    Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/233786

     

    ▼Lisa and Gaspard Collaboration

    Running: July 25, 2019 – August 28, 2019

    Afternoon Tea Official Website: https://www.afternoon-tea.net/

    Lisa and Gaspard Official Website: http://www.lisagas.jp/

    ©2019 Anne Gutman & Georg Hallensleben / Hachette Livre

     

    Koupen-chan Café in Shinjuku & Shinsaibashi (August 8-September 23)

    The baby emperor penguin Koupen-chan, who is often the go-to sticker for many Twitter and LINE users in Japan, is illustrated by the well-known RURUTEA. Many of these social media users turn to the relaxing, soft and cuddly penguin to send soothing words of encouragement and a fuzzy hug to their loved ones. No wonder our adorable penguin has over 300,000 followers on Twitter.

     

    The café returns from 2017 with a refreshed image which plunges deeper into the depths of Koupen chan’s affectionate world. There are even more features packed into this year’s collaboration menu. No matter what you order, your table will be overflowing with adorable penguin love.

     

    Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/241560

     

    ▼Koupen-chan Café 2019 Summer

    Tokyo Cafe

    Location: SHIBUYA BOX CAFE&SPACE (Shibuya LOFT Floor 2F, 21-1 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo)

    Running: August 8, 2019 – September 23, 2019

     

    Osaka Café

    Location: Shinsaibashi contact (1-6-24 Kita-Horie, Nishi Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture)

    Running: September 5, 2019 – October 6, 2019

     

    Reservation Price: ¥500 (includes a complementary souvenir for making the reservation)

    *A limit of 4 seats can be reserved through 1 reservation.

    Official Website: https://koupenchan-cafe2019.jp/

    ©RURUTEA

     

    Did you enjoy this list? Be sure to visit a character café while in Japan this summer.

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