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Top 10 Themed Restaurants & Cafés
in Japan 2025
Dine with Your Favourite Characters!
Tokyo is the ultimate destination for anime, gaming, and pop culture fans and a paradise for themed restaurants and cafés. Whether you're a fan of Pokémon, Studio Ghibli, Doraemon, or the latest sensations like Chiikawa, Cinnamoroll, and Spy x Family, this guide to Tokyo’s top 10 character cafés and themed restaurants is just what you need! Get ready to indulge in delicious food while snapping the perfect photo with your favourite characters!
1. Pokémon Café (ポケモンカフェ)
– A Dream for Trainers!
Why Visit?
At Pokémon Café in Tokyo, every dish is a tribute to the franchise, featuring adorable Pikachu-shaped meals, custom Pokémon-themed latte art, and seasonal menus with limited-time treats like Snorlax rice bowls and Eevee parfaits. The experience goes beyond dining, as visitors can shop for exclusive Pokémon Café merchandise, including plushies and collectables unavailable anywhere else. A must-visit for any Pokémon fan!
Pikachu & Bulbasaur Friendly Curry Plate
💰 2,420 yen (£12.65)
This is the signature Pokémon Café dish—a special Pikachu-themed curry plate! It has a Poké Ball-shaped hamburger steak and a creamy avocado potato salad, making it a satisfying and fun meal. Get ready to embark on an adventure with your Pokémon partner! Please note that the Pikachu food pick may not be included depending on stock availability.
2. SANRIO Café
– A Dreamy Haven for Hello Kitty & Friends!
Why Visit?
Step into the SANRIO CAFE, where beloved Sanrio characters like Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, My Melody, and Kuromi all come together! Every inch of the café is thoughtfully designed—from hanging 3D character coffee cups on the ceiling to Pompompurin’s signature adorable backside faithfully recreated. The walls are adorned with illustrations, plushies, and a charming food truck-style counter, making it an absolute paradise for photos.
Halloween Limited Luxury Afternoon Tea
💰 4,400 yen (£23)
This premium afternoon tea set (¥4,400 per person) includes unlimited drinks and lets you choose two Sanrio characters for the top-tier desserts. The 90-minute experience requires booking.
There’s an extra ¥1,000 per group for a character sofa seat. Standard seats are available, but plushies can be borrowed for photos. The café also offers a VIP room with exclusive menu items—perfect for special celebrations!
3. Fullmetal Alchemist x Shinigami
First-Ever Collaboration Café Coming in 2025!
Why Visit?
Fans of Hiromu Arakawa’s iconic manga are in for a treat! For the first time, the legendary series Fullmetal Alchemist and Shinigami: The Hades Company will be joining forces for an exclusive collaboration café event in 2025.
This limited-time café will be themed around both series, featuring an immersive atmosphere with exclusive decorations, character art displays, and a specially curated menu inspired by iconic moments from the manga. Expect to see alchemy-themed dishes, desserts referencing the underworld, and drinks that pay homage to fan-favourite characters!
Special Shrimp Fried Rice
💰 1,430 yen (£7.5)
The Fullmetal Alchemist collaboration café will feature a special shrimp fried rice dish inspired by the iconic series, fans can expect a dish that pays homage to the world of Fullmetal Alchemist, possibly referencing the beloved character- Edward
A playful nod to memorable moments from the series.
4. Chiikawa Café
-Step into the Adorable World of Chiikawa!
Why Visit?
Created by Japanese manga artist Nagano, Chiikawa has gained immense popularity for its irresistibly cute characters and relatable everyday stories. At this themed café, not only can you enjoy a variety of delightful dishes, but you’ll also find a range of exclusive Chiikawa merchandise. For those just looking to shop, no prior reservations are needed. But with such adorable menu items, how can you resist? If you're a true Chiikawa fan, make sure to plan your visit soon!
Hachiwari’s Comforting Hamburger Steak Set
💰 1,760 yen (£9.2)
Inspired by Hachiwari’s reassuring words, "It’s okay... it’s okay...", this heartwarming dish features a juicy hamburger steak topped with a perfectly cooked fried egg. Served with a delightful mix of corn, mashed potatoes, broccoli, and glazed carrots, this sizzling dish comes with your choice of rice or bread.
Be careful—the hot iron plate keeps it nice and warm! A special splash guard is also provided to prevent any sauce splatter.
5. The Ninja Experience Café
-A Ninja-Themed Treat
📍 Location: Takayama, Japan
ℹ️More info: Official Website
Why Visit?
The Ninja Experience Café Takayama, located in the historic city of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture, offers visitors an immersive samurai and ninja experience. The café features historical displays of helmets, swords, and tea sets, providing insight into ancient Japanese culture.
Guests can dress in authentic ninja attire and try traditional activities such as shuriken (throwing stars), blow darts, and sword handling. The experience also includes sword training with replica blades, an essential part of real ninja training.
In addition to the interactive experience, the café offers drinks and desserts, making it a great spot to relax and take photos. Whether you're exploring Nagoya, Gifu, or Takayama, this is a must-visit destination for both adults and kids looking to add a unique memory to their Japan trip!
Shuriken Toast
💰 660yen (£3.5)
Get ready to take your taste buds on a stealthy mission with Shuriken Toast – a playful and creative take on the traditional toast, shaped like a ninja throwing star!
This eye-catching dish features crispy, golden-brown toast cut into an authentic shuriken shape, making it both visually striking and fun to eat.
6. Kirby Café
-A Cozy Forest Retreat
📍 Location: Chiyoda City, Tokyo
ℹ️More info: Official Website
Why Visit?
After exploring Tokyo Skytree, unwind at Kirby Café, where Kirby, Waddle Dee, and friends have created a charming woodland-inspired eatery! The café features a bar counter wrapped around Whispy Woods, lush greenery extending to the ceiling, brick-style tiles, and hand-drawn chalkboard art, creating a refreshing and relaxing atmosphere.
The Whispy Woods Platter is a must-try, featuring fresh green salad, tamagoyaki, star-shaped turmeric rice, and an adorable Kirby or Waddle Dee mini figurine. For dessert, don’t miss the 2024-exclusive “Transforming Tropical Car Cake”, a fluffy sponge cake covered in strawberry mousse, perfectly recreating Carby’s iconic look—so cute, you might hesitate to take a bite!
Car Mouthful Cake PETIT
💰 1,188 yen (£6.2)
The fan-favourite “Car Mouthful Cake” from Kirby Café is now available in a PETIT version!
This adorable mini treat features a fluffy sponge cake coated in strawberry-flavoured blancmange, giving it a delightfully soft and bouncy texture.
Small in size, but big on cuteness!
7. Anpanman Restaurant
-The Ultimate Birthday Surprise
Why Visit?
Located inside the Anpanman Museum in Yokohama, this birthday-themed restaurant is perfect for little fans! With an advanced reservation, you can even get a custom Premium Birthday Set, making your child’s special day extra magical.
The menu is packed with options—kids' meals with drinks and snacks, allergy-friendly dishes, and baby-friendly foods. For hungry grown-ups, there are hearty portions like fillet steak & hamburger steak sets, beef stew omurice, and more. A fun-filled feast for the whole family!
Anpanman Birthday Bread Set
💰 1,000 yen (£5.2)
Make birthdays even sweeter with this special bread set, featuring a festive chocolate cream-filled birthday bread and classic Anpanman bread! Perfect for little fans and a delicious way to celebrate.
Allergen info: Contains egg, milk, wheat, and soy.
8. Miffy Café
-A Whimsical World in Daikanyama!
Why Visit?
The iconic Miffy, loved worldwide for over 60 years, has arrived in Tokyo’s stylish Daikanyama with the opening of Miffy Café Tokyo on 11th November 2023! Inspired by Dick Bruna’s original picture books, the café brings Miffy’s pure and charming world to life through colourful, thoughtfully designed dishes. With its bright, minimalist space and signature bold colours of white, yellow, blue, orange, and green, it’s a must-visit for fans of all ages!
Step into the world of Miffy Café, where the vibrant orange, blue, yellow, and green decor brings the beloved picture book to life!
Lentil bolognese pasta
💰 1,990 yen (£10.4)
Choose from three hearty mains—tomato meatballs, spinach chicken curry, or lentil pasta—all served on a colourful dual-tone plate with a Miffy-shaped toast for dipping.
Don’t leave without grabbing some adorable take-home treats, like Miffy-shaped financiers and berry-cheese cookies—almost too cute to eat!
9. Little TGV
-All Aboard for a Unique Dining Experience!
Why Visit?
Calling all train enthusiasts! Little TGV is no ordinary izakaya—it’s a railway-themed dining experience that will have you feeling like you’ve stepped right into a train carriage.This quirky eatery is packed with authentic railway memorabilia, from train handles and seats to detailed model trains, making it a dream come true for railfans. Even the staff dress up as station attendants and conductors, adding to the immersive atmosphere!
The menu is just as exciting, featuring themed dishes inspired by Japan’s railways. And while it may be called an izakaya, it’s family-friendly, offering kids' meals so little train lovers can join in the fun too. Whether you're a die-hard railway fan or just looking for a one-of-a-kind dining experience in Tokyo, Little TGV is a must-visit!
Carriage Tamagoyaki (Rolled Omelette)
💰 650 yen (£3.3)
The dishes are pure railway magic—adorably themed and almost too cute to eat! One of the highlights? The "three-carriage" tamagoyaki (rolled omelette). When the waitress brought it to our table, she even made train noises while “connecting” the carriages together on the plate! 🚃🚃🚃 To top it all off, the railway tracks were cleverly crafted from seaweed.
Whether you're a train fanatic or just love unique, playful dining experiences, Little TGV is a must-visit stop on your Tokyo foodie journey!
10. The Mario Café
-Step into the Mario World
📍 Location: Konohana Ward, Osaka
ℹ️More info: Official Website
Why Visit?
The Mario Café is bursting with the vibrant colours of the classic Super Mario Bros. world. Inside, you’ll find a variety of themed treats, including Mario-inspired cakes. For ¥1,800, you can take home a special Super Mushroom souvenir drink bottle.The café also offers character-themed sodas, such as Princess Peach’s peach, Mario’s strawberry, and Luigi’s green apple, all priced at just ¥600. If you’re after something sweet, the Mario Hat strawberry cream cake and Luigi Hat grape cheesecake are available for ¥700 each.
Mario's Cap Strawberry Shortcake
💰 900 yen (£4.8)
The strawberry cake at Mario Café is designed to resemble Mario's iconic hat—so cute! It’s topped with fresh strawberries and cream, and the base is filled with custard and a tangy raspberry-like sauce, adding a delicious twist to the treat. A perfect blend of sweetness and fun!
Can't Wait?
Exploring Japan’s unique themed cafés is an unforgettable experience! Whether you're stepping into a magical wizarding world, dining with adorable characters, or indulging in anime-inspired treats, knowing a few useful Japanese phrases can make your visit smoother. From ordering food to asking for recommendations, here’s a handy guide to help you navigate Japan’s café culture like a pro!
But stepping into a themed café isn’t just about the food—it’s about fully immersing yourself in the culture and experience. From knowing how to book in advance to understanding the etiquette of these unique establishments, a little preparation can make your visit even more magical.
If you're planning a trip to Tokyo and want to make the most of your café-hopping adventure, why not learn some essential Japanese phrases along the way? Our teachers can help you navigate reservations, order like a pro, and even chat with staff about the special menu items!