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Maid cafes<\/strong> are one of Japan\u2019s well-known attractions amongst many foreigners, and indeed offer a fun and cute atmosphere for everyone. While the idea of a maid cafe is widely known throughout the world as one of those \u201cJapanese things you have to experience while you\u2019re there\u201d, butler cafes are a lot less commonly known. This article will help those who are interested in fully enjoying their time in Japan through fun experiences at different kinds of cafes, and will help you find the best solution to suit your interests.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n For those of you who are unfamiliar with Maid Cafes and are interested in experiencing what I would call a \u201cJapanese experience\u201d, I highly recommend going to one. Maid Cafes are exactly what they sound like \u2013 girls dress up in maid costumes and serve food and drinks to the customers while putting on a cute act for customers to enjoy. Even as someone who speaks the language, their cute language is a bit difficult to understand, but it is all part of the fun. Their interactions with the customers are friendly and cute, and they get the customers involved in their act as well, asking them to say cute phrases with them in order to \u201cmake the food more delicious\u201d<\/strong>. At least once during your stay there they even put on a little show, whether it\u2019s singing or dancing. One of the downsides to maid caf\u00e9s are their prices. Most maid cafes have an entry fee (the one I went to was 500 yen) and a minimum of one item you must order on top of that.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n <\/br><\/p>\n A parfait, which I believe is one of the cheapest items on the menu from my recollection, is around 1000 yen. Food sets are even more expensive than that, but you are only required to buy at least one item, no matter the cost. They also offer special commemorative items, such as a photo with the maid who was serving you, which tends to up the price of your meal if you want it. One of the most well-known maid cafe is called Maidreamin, which has multiple branches throughout Tokyo and a few in other select cities. Of course, there are different types of maid cafes, especially in Akihabara<\/strong>, so if this one does not suit your taste there are many other options.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n <\/br><\/p>\n While maid cafes are still fun for girls, if you are looking for something a little more up your ally, butler cafes might be the place for you. While I was waiting for the Pok\u00e9mon restaurant (which is covered later in this article), me and my friend stumbled upon a nice English-styled butler cafe<\/a> in Shibuya<\/strong>. The atmosphere and set up really makes you feel like you are no longer in Tokyo, and the service is true to its name<\/strong>. From the moment you step into the door, you are pampered and waited on by foreign \u201cbutlers\u201d from all over the world. Once again, the food is a bit pricey, but they offer a lot of delicious meals that are a little more on the fancy side. When comparing this cafe to the maid caf\u00e9, I would say the maid cafe is definitely more of a fun, cute atmosphere whereas this butler cafe was posh, foreign and elegant. They also offer different services to commemorate your stay, whether it be a specially made drink from your butler based on a few questions, or a picture with them (either side-by-side or bridal style). After living in Japan for 6 months, I must say it was a nice break from the Japanese environment, and who doesn\u2019t like being treated like a princess?<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n For those who are staying in Japan for only a short period of time, perhaps this style is not what you are particularly interested in. Luckily, there are other butler cafes in Tokyo, one of them being in Ikebukuro<\/strong>, called Swallowtail<\/a>. I personally have not had the chance to go there (yet), but it has an all Japanese staff rather than the Western staff of the Butler Cafe in Shibuya. It is also a rather busy caf\u00e9, and tends to require a reservation well in advanced<\/strong>, so keep that in mind. If you speak little to no Japanese, it may however be a bit harder to enjoy the experience.<\/p>\n <\/br><\/p>\n One thing to note on these kinds of cafes, is not to confuse them with Host Clubs, which are more geared towards adults who are looking for paid companionship from good looking men who serve them food and alcoholic drinks for the evening. Similar, but very different.<\/p>\nAkihabara’s Well Known Maid Cafe<\/h2>\n
Looking for a Maid Cafe for Ladies? Try the Butler Cafe<\/h2>\n
Don’t be Confused: The Difference Between Host Clubs and Maid Cafes<\/h2>\n