11 Best Themed Cafes in Tokyo 2025: Anime, Vedio Game, Character

If you want to experience your favorite fictional worlds, Tokyo's themed cafés are the perfect places. These venues offer more than just a meal — they immerse you in interactive fantasy worlds. Tokyo boasts numerous themed cafés from anime to fantasy and animal cafés. Read below for a list of the most popular themed cafés in Tokyo.

Top 3 Anime Cafes in Tokyo

Japanese anime-themed cafés offer a unique experience that blends the magic of animation with a cozy dining atmosphere. From sipping lattes served by staff dressed as iconic characters to enjoying treats inspired by beloved series, these cafés immerse you in the heart of anime culture.

Whether you're a die-hard fan or just curious, these venues promise an unforgettable adventure, making you feel like you're stepping into an episode of your favorite show. Get ready to embark on a delightful journey through the most enchanting anime-themed cafés:

1. Black Butler Cafe

• Open Times:
  Afternoon tea: 10:30am–6:30pm (80-minute time limit)
  Dinner: 6:50pm–9:15pm (90-minute time limit)
• Address: B1, Showa Building, 3-12-12 Higashi Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo

Step into the enchanting world of the Black Butler Cafe, where you would be greeted by staff dressed as characters from the beloved series. The luxurious decor would make you feel like you've become a protagonist in the manga anime, stepping right into its scenes.

Indulge in a menu inspired by Black Butler, featuring dishes like "Sebastian's Special Afternoon Tea" and "Ciel's Tenderloin Steak", each thoughtfully crafted to reflect the characters and stories from the manga.

As you dine, immerse yourself in the ambiance filled with Black Butler manga and anime decor, including character standees and other thematic elements. Whether you're a fan of the series or simply seeking a unique dining experience, the Black Butler Café offers an unforgettable journey into this captivating universe.

Booking: If you're planning to visit on a weekend or during special events, it's best to book at least 1 to 2 weeks in advance. On weekdays, booking a few days ahead is usually sufficient.

2. Sanrio Characters Garden Cafe

• Open Times:
  Mondays to Fridays: 11am–7:30pm
  Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 10am–7:30pm
• Address: 1F, Pasela Resorts Ueno Park, 2-14-30 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo

At the Sanrio Characters Garden Café, each season brings a new theme. You could enjoy a soothing afternoon tea or picnic surrounded by adorable Sanrio characters and beautiful flowers. You could choose your favorite character to make your meal. Staff wear special Sanrio character outfits that you would only see there! You only need to book a few days in advance.

3. Shiro-Hige's Cream Puff Factory

• Open Times:10:30am–7pm, closed on Tuesdays
• Address:
  Kichijoji store: 2 Chome-7-5 Kichijoji Minamicho, Musashino, Tokyo
  Daita store: 5-3-1 Daita, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo

Shiro-Hige's Cream Puff Factory has two locations in Tokyo. The Kichijoji store is located near the Ghibli Museum and is a must-visit after exploring the museum, although only take-out is available at this location.

The Daita store has a storefront that looks like something from a Hayao Miyazaki animation. Desserts could be taken away or enjoyed in the limited seating area on the second floor.

Shiro-Hige's Cream Puff Factory is the only place authorized by Studio Ghibli to make Totoro-shaped desserts. The Totoro cream puffs are handmade daily in limited quantities, so arriving early gives you the best chance to try different flavors. They are best enjoyed on the day of purchase. For souvenirs, consider the Totoro-shaped baked cookie gift boxes.

4. Harry Potter Mahoudokoro Store

• Open Times: café 10am–5pm, dinner 5pm–10pm
• Address: Akasaka Biz Tower 1F, 5-3-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
• Reservations: The official website allows reservations for the following month from the 15th of each month.

The café offers food and drinks inspired by items from the Harry Potter novels, including "Chocolate Frogs", "Voldemort Cake", "Flying Broomstick Cupcakes", "Wizarding Drinks", and "Magical Potions". The decor combines elements and scenes from the Harry Potter series, allowing you to immerse yourself in its magical world.

5. Alice' s Fantasy Restaurant

• Open Times:
  Lunch: 11am–2:30pm (last order 2:30pm)
  Café: 2:30pm–4pm (last order 3:30pm)
  Dinner: 5pm–11:30pm (last order 10:30pm)
• Address:
  1-5-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
  B1, Suzusawa Building, 2-16-8 Minami Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
• Reservations: Make your reservation on the official website a few days in advance.

Charming waitresses dressed in cute Alice dresses bring the magic of Wonderland to life. Step through the statues of scowling card soldier sculptures and pull up a heart-shaped chair — you would feel like you've stepped into the Mad Hatter's tea party.

While the main dishes are delightful, for example whimsical Cheshire Cat smile spaghetti, the desserts are the real highlight. Indulge in Cheshire Cat jelly, adorable puddings, and multi-layered Mad Hatter cake — each one is a must-try!

6. NINJA Cafe

• Open Times:
  Mondays to Saturdays: 5pm–1am (last orders at 10:30pm)
  Sundays and holidays: 5pm–11pm (last orders at 9:45pm)
• Address:Akasaka Tokyu Plaza 1F, 2-14-3 Nagatacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
• Reservations: Make your reservation on the official website or send an email a few days in advance.

This café offers a unique ninja-themed dining experience. Enjoy curry rice shaped like throwing stars and iced Americanos served with ninja swords, with ninja servers guiding you through the adventure.

You could participate in ninja training sessions and learn hand signs, swordsmanship, shuriken-throwing, and blow-dart techniques there as well, or you could choose to enjoy a ninja experience without a meal.

7. At-home Maid Cafe

• Open Times: 11am–10pm
• Address:1-11-4 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

Eating in Tokyo' s at-home café is a very cute experience! When your drink arrives, you would say a fun chant with the adorable maids dressed in charming uniforms. You could choose your favorite maid to serve you and continue to interact with them even after your meal. The maids can communicate in English and their every word and gesture is as cute as in an anime. If you'd like a photo with your maid, there's an extra charge, or you could order a special set that includes a photo opportunity.

8. Vampire Cafe — a Horror Vibe Cafe

• Open Times: 5pm–11pm
• Address: 7F, 6-7-6 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• Reservations: Make reservations on TableCheck or send an email a few days in advance.

In the bustling district of Ginza, there's a unique vampire-themed café where you must ring a bell to enter. The atmosphere feels like stepping into a haunted house, with décor, food, and vampire waitstaff costumes that create an immersive experience. You could enjoy envelope-shaped omelets and glowing drinks, all adding to the creepy vibe.

9. Dog Cafe / Shiba Inu Cafe

• Open Times
  Weekdays: 12:15pm–6pm or 11am–6pm (last entry at 5:20pm)
  Holidays: 11am–6:40pm (last entry at 6pm)
  Children under 5 are not allowed to enter.
• Address: 1-29-3 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo

Asakusa Mameshiba Cafe is home to 16 Shiba Inus, each with a unique personality. Some love playing with toys, others are great at posing for photos, and a few might even snuggle up and nap on a guest's lap.

Each adorable Shiba Inu wears a different patterned hanky, greeting guests as they enter, whether they're sitting or standing. The sight is incredibly cute.

Video Game Cafes

In addition to anime, Japan is also renowned for its unique video-game-themed cafés.

10. 84 Hashi Café (Nintendo Cafe)

• Open Times: Tuesdays to Saturdays 12pm–1:30pm, 3pm–4:30pm
• Address: Shibuya, Tokyo

84 Hashi Café is a secret haven for Nintendo fans. Visiting 84 Hashi Café is akin to completing a level in a game. You must solve puzzles to find the exact location. The owner, a former engineer at Nintendo, has filled the café with iconic Nintendo memorabilia that he has collected over 40 years.

The cozy interior features artwork, plush toys, and games from franchises like Animal Crossing and The Legend of Zelda, many signed by their creators.

You would also find exclusive, one-of-a-kind artworks, particularly related to Mario and Pokémon, some of which are available for purchase as tote bags, pins, stickers, and masks.

Originally, the café was a gathering spot for top Japanese video game creators and it still feels more like a friend's living room. You could enjoy light snacks and exclusive 84 cocktails.

How to find Nintendo Cafe:

The exact location of the café is not publicly disclosed, and since its opening, the address has never been leaked. Simply wandering the streets of Tokyo won't suffice. To gain entry, you must:

1. Pre-book online through the café's official website.
2. Arrive at the specified date and time and follow the relatively detailed instructions provided by the owner.
3. Please note that reservations allow for a maximum of 90 minutes in the café.

In the Shibuya area where the bar is located, there are no signs or posters pointing to its existence. Even at the base of the building, it remains hidden behind an unassuming door. If you successfully solve the puzzle, you would be greeted by the iconic chime from The Legend of Zelda that plays when Link discovers a secret passage.

11. The Two "Final-Fantasy" -Themed Cafes

• Eorzea Café: 1-1-10 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 11:30am–10pm
• Artnia Café: Shinjuku East Side Square 1F, 6-27-30 Shinjuku, Tokyo, 11am–9pm
• Reservations: Booking on the official website is allowed from noon 1 month in advance.

Eorzea Café is themed around Final Fantasy XIV. There, patrons can order food featured in the game and even interact with the café's elaborate settings using in-game items. The food is not only visually appealing but also delicious, making it a standout choice, even compared to the similarly-themed Artnia Café.

If you are a fan of Square Enix as a whole or appreciate the artistic style of the Final Fantasy series, you might prefer Artnia Café. It covers a broader range of content, including the Final Fantasy series and other classic Square Enix games like Dragon Quest.

Due to its popularity, Eorzea Café requires advance reservations, while Artnia Café usually allows walk-ins unless a special event is taking place.

Tokyo's Top Themed Cafes by Location

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