ANAKUMA CAFE at Go Harajuku
Location: 1 Chome-23-28 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan
Harajuku, Tokyo
A cosy Harajuku cafe known for its relaxed vibe, creative drinks, and photogenic desserts.
A cosy Harajuku cafe known for its relaxed vibe, creative drinks, and photogenic desserts.
Anakuma Cafe sits on a quiet stretch of Jingumae, offering a welcome respite from the bustle of Harajuku's main drags. The interior leans into a warm, slightly whimsical aesthetic with soft lighting, greenery, and comfortable seating that encourages visitors to linger. It is the sort of place that appeals equally to solo diners with a book and small groups catching up over brunch.The menu features a range of cafe staples with a creative twist, including lavishly presented parfaits, fluffy pancakes, and seasonal speciality drinks. Coffee is taken seriously here, with a selection of single-origin options and carefully prepared pour-overs. The food offering extends to light savoury dishes and sandwiches, making it a viable spot for a leisurely lunch as well as afternoon tea.
Service is attentive without being overbearing, and the staff are accustomed to international visitors. Reservations are not typically required but it can fill up during peak hours, particularly at weekends. The cafe is a short walk from JR Harajuku Station, tucked away just enough to feel like a local discovery.
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B***l H***
The cutest and friendliest bear ever!♥️ the boba drink was soooo good and it was such a fun experience! So close to the station I highly recommend you give him a visit! Thank you Kuma San!
T***n N***
It’s the cutest experience i have ever had, the shop is nice and tidy, menu has a variety of drinks and those bearpaws serving are amazingly soft and friendly. If i ever visit Japan again i will definitely visit this place.
E***n R***
A short and fun experience to ease your thirst while you shop in Harajuku 🧸 Did a little challenge and nearly got it (too bad), and interacted for a bit with Bols. Overall cute despite only seeing a paw 😂 …
N***e
One of the best experiences on our whole Japan trip! There was no line, we were the only ones there and we had the cutest interaction with Dear the bear. I can only recommend this cafe to everyone! Top notch service and the Coffee tastes …
S***n R***
Near the famous Takeshita Street in Harajuku, we were thirsty and tired from shopping. We chose two iced teas, apple and rose honey, and were delighted by their deliciousness and refreshing taste. The experience was also incredibly cute …
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ANAKUMA CAFE
Anakuma Cafe Exterior
A bright green storefront with 'ANAKUMA CAFE' signage above the entrance. Two mounted speakers flank the doorway, and a red mailbox labeled 'LETTERS' stands to the left. Inside, shelves display small items like jars and framed photos against matching green walls.
Anakuma Cafe Entrance
A bright green storefront with neon-lit frame around the entrance. Signage reads 'ANAKUMA CAFE'. Inside, shelves display small items and a gumball machine sits on a cart. A white shirt hangs near a bench. Wooden wheel attached to bench outside.
Anakuma Cafe Exterior
A bright green storefront with neon-lit frame around entrance, wooden bench outside, hanging clothes rack, and small table on sidewalk.
Anakuma Cafe Exterior
Photo of the Anakuma Cafe storefront with green facade and signage. A hand holds a branded iced coffee cup in front. Merchandise including t-shirts hangs to the right, while shelves display books and decor inside.
Happy Birthday Note from Anakuma Cafe
A handwritten birthday note on a cream-colored card with green border, surrounded by doodles of party decorations like stars, bunting flags, and cake. The text is in Japanese and English, addressed to 'Law Woman', wishing her a happy birthday and inviting her to visit Anakuma Cafe daily.
Anakuma Bottle The Santa Bear Limited Edition
A festive poster featuring a central teddy bear wearing a red Santa hat and bow, surrounded by smaller illustrated bears in holiday attire against a deep red background with gold accents.
Kindan Donut Set Menu Display
A digital menu board showcasing donut sets and individual donuts, with prices in yen. The display includes images of various donut varieties and promotional offers.
Payment and Menu Signage
A wall-mounted display featuring payment method options, a notice about ticket exchange using a yen coin, and a coffee menu board with drink images and prices.
The Bear of Truth - Anakuma Cafe Advertisement
A vibrant promotional poster for 'The Bear of Truth' (Anakuma Cafe), featuring a whimsical forest theme with Japanese and English text. The image showcases a surprised woman holding a bamboo tube, surrounded by bear-themed merchandise including plush toys and coffee cups. A large lion head is visible in the top right corner. The bottom section displays various coffee drinks like ANAKUMA COFFEE, KUMAI BEAN APPLE LATTE, and KUMAI BEAN LEMONADE. Text highlights that Kyoto has a hole leading to the forest, inviting customers to experience a mysterious cafe.
Anakuma Cafe Gacha Gotcha!
A hand holds a green '1DAY 1DRINK FREE TICKET' sticker in front of a promotional signboard. The board advertises 'ANAKUMA GACHA GOTCHA!' with special offers like free tickets for one drink per day, including combos with Kanure or Donuts.
Anakuma Cafe Merchandise Display
A collection of bamboo-wrapped promotional items featuring 'Kyoto Akuma' branding with personalized names and signatures, likely merchandise or collectibles from the cafe.
From Japan - Kuma-chan's Message
A handwritten note in Japanese with English translation, featuring floral decorations and bees, expressing gratitude to Kuma-chan for a cute drink and stickers.
Touch Screen Kiosk Interface
A close-up of a green kiosk touchscreen displaying a grid of menu options with Japanese and English labels, including Drink Menu, Food Menu, Goods Souvenir, Web Kuma Ambassador, Nakamura Bottle, Ticket Pickup, Receipt of Mail-Order Items, and Start Button. A sticker at the bottom instructs users to touch and swipe to select items.
Touchscreen Menu Display
A person's hand points at a mounted touchscreen display showing colorful drink options and prices on a bright green wall.
Hand-drawn thank you note from Taiwan
A hand-drawn illustration on white paper featuring a bear holding flowers and a small figure, with Japanese text 'ありがとう Duak さん~' (Thank you Duak-san) and 'FROM TAIWAN'. The image includes the Taiwan flag at top right and decorative stars against a bamboo background. A blue speech bubble at bottom reads 'Thank you! Duak'.
KUMA de coco A-frame signboard
A freestanding A-frame advertising board outside a shop at night, displaying two bubble tea drinks with fruit flavors and ingredients.
Anakuma Cafe Flyer
A hand holds a black, paw-shaped promotional flyer against a green wall. The flyer features Japanese text and an advertisement for a 'Kindan Set' priced at 590 yen, with images of desserts.
Touchscreen Menu Display
A person's hand interacts with a mounted touchscreen display showing food options, including 'Kindan Donut Set' and other donuts. Decorative elements like a flower-shaped ornament and bells hang beside the screen against a green textured wall.
Payment and Menu Display Board
A green wall-mounted display board featuring various payment methods including Suica, PASMO, UC, JCB, VISA, Discover, QiPay, PayPay, Apple Pay, Google Pay, iD, WeChat Pay, Alipay, and UnionPay. Below the payment logos is a notice stating that ANAKUMA BOTTLE is only available for COLD drinks. Further down is a drink menu with items like Anakuma Coffee (1,200), Espresso (1,300), Tea (1,300), Kuma Milk Tea (1,400), and Juice (580). The menu includes both Japanese and English text.
Anakuma Cafe Pastries and Coffee
A wooden table displays a green coffee cup with 'ANAKUMA CAFE' logo, six colorful mini cakes (pink, white, chocolate, green), and scattered dried leaves and pinecones.
Green Interior Room
A room with green walls and carpet, featuring a shelf with various items, a desk with supplies, a bench, and hanging clothes.
Green Cave Interior with Sign
A close-up view of a textured, green-painted cave-like structure with a hole in the center. Inside the hole, there is a small signboard with Japanese text and a simple drawing of a bear face. Below the sign, part of a dark-furred animal's head is visible, peeking out from within the hollow space. A small light fixture illuminates the bottom edge of the opening.
Bear Paw with Candy
A close-up of a realistic bear paw prop, likely part of an exhibit or display. The paw is covered in fur and has large claws. Resting on the paw are several pieces of candy wrapped in clear plastic, including what appears to be gummy bears and other colorful sweets. The background features a textured green surface resembling a cave wall.
Green Coffee Cup at Cafe
A green disposable coffee cup with a black lid sits on a wooden table. The cup features a logo of a bear inside a circle and the text 'ANAKUMA CAFE'. In the background, there is a blurred interior scene with people standing near shelves or counters.
Strawberry Almond Jelly Milk
A promotional poster for a seasonal special drink from Anakuma Cafe, featuring a cup of Strawberry Almond Jelly Milk with ice cubes and strawberry slices visible inside the clear plastic cup. The background is light blue with snowflakes and strawberries scattered around. Two cute bear characters dressed in winter clothing are at the bottom right corner.
Bear with Red Button in Cave
A brown bear is holding a yellow box with a red button inside a teal-colored cave-like structure.
Dessert and Coffee Display
A wooden table displays an assortment of pastries, including glazed donuts, fritters, and a green-topped pastry on a wire rack. A plate holds pink frosted donuts in the foreground. A green cup with 'SHAKUMA CAFE' branding sits nearby, alongside pinecones and leafy greens.
Green Wall with Hole and Digital Clock
A teal-painted wall features a circular hole revealing a green interior with a brass object inside. Above the hole, various items including diving goggles, a magnifying glass, and vintage cans are displayed on a shelf. A digital clock shows '08:19'. To the left, part of a gumball machine is visible. A sign warns about safety near the entrance.
Red Letter Box
A red mailbox with 'ANAKUMA CAFE' and 'LETTERS' written on it, secured with a green padlock.
Anakuma Cafe Interior Display
Interior view of a cafe with green walls and wooden menu boards mounted on the wall. The boards display various drinks like Kuma Puccino, Caramel Kuma Puccino, and other beverages with prices in yen. A counter is visible below the boards with small items and utensils.
Gacha Machine with Gumballs
A gacha machine filled with colorful gumballs, placed on a white stand against a green wall. A sign next to the machine lists drink options in Japanese and English.
ANAKUMA CAFE Special Stickers Display
A framed display board on a green wall showcasing eight illustrated bear characters from ANAKUMA CAFE, each with a name below them (Jax, Luu, Fuu, Dear, Bols, Duak, Law, Tang2). A small sticker in the corner advertises online shop availability with Japanese text and a QR code.
Cute Bear Figurines with Winter Hats and Scarves
Two small bear figurines dressed in winter attire, one wearing a pink striped hat and scarf, the other in blue. They are surrounded by greenery and flowers.
Thank You!
A collection of plush toys and stuffed animals arranged in a display, including teddy bears, bunnies, and other characters. A large polar bear mascot wearing a green shirt and hat stands behind the toys. A gumball machine is visible on the left side. The background is a solid green wall with a 'Thank You!' graphic in the top left corner.
Green themed interior with gumball machine and coffee station
Interior shot of a green-walled room featuring a white gumball machine on wheels, a small counter with a coffee dispenser, hexagonal mirrors on the wall, informational posters, and shelves displaying books and decorative items including a telescope model.
Cup in Cave Setting
A plastic cup with a green logo reading 'ANAKUMA CAFE' sits on a black furry surface inside a teal-colored cave-like structure.
Capsule Collection Machine
A gacha capsule machine filled with colorful capsules, placed on a white stand against a green wall. A sign next to the machine lists special events and rules in Japanese.
Crocheted Bear in Cave
A small crochted bear wearing a pink knitted hat with flower and pom-poms, sitting on fluffy white fur with orange pads, inside a green painted cave-like opening.
Gashapon Machine and Wall Display
A teal-colored wall with a circular hole revealing a dark interior, possibly part of an interactive display or gashapon machine setup. To the left, there is a white cart holding a gashapon capsule machine filled with colorful capsules. Above the hole, a digital clock displays '08:58'. A sign on the wall provides instructions in Japanese and English regarding the use of the area.
Polar Bear Holding T-Shirt at Cafe
A plush polar bear mascot wearing a hat holds up a black t-shirt with green logo and text 'ANAKUMA CAFE'. Background includes shelves with jars labeled 'Sugar', 'Flour', 'BEEF', and a white card with 'THANK YOU!' message.
Teddy Bear Figurine with Winter Accessories
A beige ceramic teddy bear figurine dressed in a green knitted hat with white pom-pom and trim, holding a red heart wrapped in clear plastic. The bear wears a patterned bow tie and a white fluffy collar. Background is blurred green foliage.
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