From hedgehogs to vampires: the coolest themed cafes in Japan

There is so much to explore in Japan, but there is one thing you really can't miss out on: visiting one of the hundreds of themed cafés in the country. From adorably cute to creepy, there is something for everyone. Click on to discover some of the most unique cafés in Japan!

Japan is known for its cat cafes, but did you know you can also dine with hedgehogs?! At ChikuChiku cafe in Tokyo, patrons get to eat alongside the most adorable little prickly animals. 

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ChikuChiku cafe is home to many different kinds of hedgehogs of all shapes and sizes, and they live in the cutest little homes. The experience lasts one hour, and the cafe provides gloves for those wary of the hedgehog's prickles.

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Fans of Beatrix Potter's work will definitely want to make a stop at this Peter Rabbit-themed cafe in Tokyo. The cafe, which also has a terrace, looks like it came straight out of a Peter Rabbit storybook, and you will even find plush toys at your table.

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The food at Peter Rabbit Garden Cafe is all British-inspired, with items such as cottage pie and afternoon tea on the menu. Of course, for Peter Rabbit fans, there is an adorable souvenir shop.

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Don't worry - the themed cafes in Japan are not all cutesy. As the Ninja Cafe & Bar demonstrates, there is something for everyone. This themed cafe in Tokyo is quite the experience as guests are transformed into ninjas for the day! 

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The Ninja Cafe has costumes available for patrons of all sizes, from toddlers to grown-ups, and you can learn how to throw shuriken (ninja stars) and try sword fighting. The menu offers themed delights such as "ninja curry," among other delicacies.

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Alice in Fantasy Book is an 'Alice in Wonderland' themed cafe in Tokyo that pays homage to Lewis Carroll's famous book. Several travel guides have called this cafe one of the best-themed cafes in the city, and when you see pictures of the decor, it is easy to understand why. 

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Patrons are given rabbit ears as soon as they enter the cafe, and all the waitresses are dressed like Alice. As for the food, it is beautiful and looks almost too good to eat!

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This themed Tokyo cafe is really unique and quite the experience! Visitors will feel like they are living in a comic book while there, as patrons are transported into a two-dimensional world.

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At the 2D Cafe, you will be surrounded by walls, furniture, cups, plates, and food that looks like it has been drawn by hand. The brightly colored drinks and cakes add to the surreal feeling of this unique cafe.

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It should come as no surprise that there are multiple Pokémon Cafe in Japan, however the photos we've used here come from the themed cafe located in Tokyo. This cafe is a dream come true for Pokémon fans, young and old, as it is filled with beautiful decorations and cool memorabilia. 

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Best of all, the food is, of course, all Pokémon themed and beautifully elaborate, and if you are lucky, Pikachu or Eevee might even be visiting the cafe when you are there!

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Vampire fans will be thrilled to know that there is a dedicated themed Vampire Cafe in Tokyo. The decor is on point, creating a terrifically spooky and cool atmosphere. 

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You will be waited on by staff dressed up in fantastic vampire costumes and you can enjoy drinks that look just like a glass of blood. As for the food at the Vampire Cafe, patrons can enjoy dishes such as Evil Hot Chicken while skulls and candles surround them.

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The Harry Potter Cafe in Tokyo is a delight for fans of the saga. The cafe's decor is lovely, although not as over-the-top as some of these other themed cafes. Where the Harry Potter Cafe really shines is with the menu.

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Guests can order cheese toasties, for example, which come in four varieties depending on which house you belong to Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Raven Claw, or Slytherin. Or would you prefer some cauldron soup? Or some platform 9 and 3/4 beans?

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Unless you have a fish phobia, this cafe will delight everyone, no matter what your interests. The Ocean Blue Cafe in Okinawa offers patrons the chance to relax and enjoy a unique, peaceful underwater experience. 

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The cafe features a massive sea aquarium where patrons can sit back and observe the sea creatures. Seating is paid by the hour, and the menu is full of adorably presented seafood-themed dishes.

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