If you walk through the Toyoko area in Kabukicho, in front of the iconic Toho building with Godzilla looming over the street, you’ll see them. Rows of young women holding signs advertising the opportunity to spend an hour (or more) sitting and drinking with their shop’s kawaii staff.
But what are all these businesses being advertised? How do they differ from traditional maid cafes? And do you, as a foreigner, dare step foot in one? In this article, I break down the differences between the three largest groups – maid cafes, concept (“con”) cafes, and girls’ bars – and cover which ones you can enjoy even if you don’t speak Japanese.
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