Kawaii culture, manga, and anime have long since crossed the borders of Japan, their country of origin, to spread throughout the world, and France is no exception to the rule.
A real phenomenon among young and old alike, this culture is particularly evident at geek conventions andfestivals—Japan Expo and Paris Manga, to name but a few—where fans from all over the world gather for events such as cosplay competitions, meetings with manga authors, and many other activities.
In Paris, Japanese pop culture can also be found in kawaii ("cute" in Japanese)restaurants and cafés withunusual and immersive decor featuring cute and fluffy stuffed animals, anime hero and heroine figurines, and pastel colors. Some Parisian spots even have retro gaming machines for even more fun!
So, to feel like you're in Japanwithout even leaving the capital, head to the most kawaii restaurants and cafés in Paris. Here are some great Japanese-style placesfor enthusiasts!
Moemachi, small takoyaki shop in the Pathway
Why not take the time to discover takoyaki? Let's head for Moemachi, on the edge of the Sentier, to taste these little octopus dumplings prepared in a minute. [Read more]
2D atelier: the immersive tea room that transports you into the second dimension
2D atelier, a tea room in the heart of Paris, invites you to immerse yourself in black-and-white drawing, while sipping a bubble tea or savouring the melting wheel cakes baked on the spot in front of you! [Read more]
Snowvan, the kawaii tea room for bubble tea and unusual ice creams
Snowvan is the Asian tea room that will surprise you. In a kawaii universe full of sweetness, this spot delights us with colorful gourmet drinks, bubble teas and unusual ice creams! [Read more]
Find the location of all these places by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
