Heading to Japan and want more than just shopping and eating? These days, a deeper travel experience is the new trend! With OpenRice Japan, not only can you reserve restaurants, but you can also directly book unique themed experiences—from sushi-making workshops to animal cafés and dinner shows — all in just one click. No need to search multiple websites or struggle with Japanese communication.
This article highlights 5 of the most talked-about themed restaurants and cafés, letting you enjoy a culturally rich and flavour-packed trip — a must-try new travel style for Hongkongers visiting Tokyo!
pignic cafe Yoyogi Park store 
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🐷 pignic cafe Yoyogi Park Store｜Tokyo’s Cutest Mini Pig Café
pignic cafe Yoyogi Park is a mini pig–themed café where you can interact with adorable micro pigs. These little ones might climb onto your lap for a nap or nudge you for belly rubs—totally healing! The private room interaction + feeding experience set is around HK$240~ / ¥4,000~ per person for 30 minutes. The set includes a private room session, your choice of dessert and drink, and a mini pig snack feeding experience. It’s super popular, so online booking in advance is highly recommended.
💡Tip: Book early for peak times (like weekend afternoons), and remember no flash photography! It may scare the piggies.
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Samoyed Cafe moffu Takeshita Tori Ten 
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❄️ Samoyed Café moffu Harajuku｜Fluffy White Dogs to Chill With
Located on Harajuku’s Takeshita Street, this popular café is home to over a dozen Samoyed dogs—imagine being surrounded by giant fluffy clouds! A 30-minute session costs around HKD $228~ / JPY ¥3,800~ and includes all-you-can-drink beverages.
💡Tip: Visit on a weekday afternoon (after 3 PM) when it’s quieter—the dogs are more relaxed, and you can snap dreamy photos of them napping together.
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JIN-ASAKUSA
Source: Japan ticket website🍣 JIN‑ASAKUSA｜Become a Samurai Sushi Chef
More than just a photo spot, this themed restaurant lets you dress up as a samurai and learn how to make sushi! Suit up in a traditional jinbaori and headband, then receive one-on-one sushi instruction from a pro chef. The 105-minute experience costs around HKD $1,080~ / JPY ¥18,000~ and includes a sushi meal you prepare yourself.
Located just a 3-minute walk from Sensoji Temple, some window seats even offer a view of Tokyo Skytree, creating a perfect dinner atmosphere.
💡Note: Advanced booking is required. English-speaking staff are available, so no need to worry about Japanese!
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Maidreamin Akihabara Honten 
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💖 Maidreamin Akihabara Main Store｜The Original Maid Café Experience
Located at the entrance of Akihabara’s Electric Street, this legendary maid café is a holy ground for anime fans. A basic set costs around HK$110~ / ¥1,826~ and includes a one-hour table charge plus one drink. For some of the special dishes or drinks, you’ll need to chant a “magic spell” togetherwith the maids before eating!
There’s a stage in the café with regular performances that keep the atmosphere lively and fun. For about HKD $60~ / JPY ¥1,100~, you can also take a cute instant photo with a maid, hand-decorated just for you.
💡Note: Although often thought of as a guy’s destination, over half the customers are actually women—including families and tourists. They even offer kids’ meals!
Source: Official WebsiteTHA GRAND TOKYO 
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🎭 ZA GRAND TOKYO｜An Immersive Dinner & Live Show Experience
Looking for a dinner with a side of magic and live performances? Bookmark this one! Just near Shimbashi Station, “ZA GRAND TOKYO” is a brand-new entertainment restaurant where you can enjoy live shows up close on a central stage surrounded by giant LED screens. Expect everything from dance, Showa-era music, and traditional Japanese performances to even martial arts!
Prices start from just HK$348~ / ¥5,800~ (seat-only ticket, meal not included). Don’t miss the exclusive Thursday night show “HAMMER the JUMBLE”, make sure to book in advance, the atmosphere is electric and the stage is made for Instagram!
💡Note: The lineup changes daily, so be sure to check the official event calendar before booking.
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*Note: The above prices are approximate in HKD based on the exchange rate as of August 2025. The actual amount will be calculated according to the credit card exchange rate on the day of purchase. Please check the latest prices before making a reservation.
The restaurant will usually confirm your reservation within 7 working days. Once the reservation is confirmed, the system will automatically refund the deposit within 30 working days.
＊Note: If you are unable to attend to your reservation, please cancel in advance. No-shows cause inconvenience to the restaurants and other customers. Thank you for your cooperation.