Going to a place you know nothing about can offer an exciting sense of mystery. The same is true for Japan’s maid cafes, which often pique interest from foreign tourists. What kind of place is a maid ...

A traveler at heart, Brianna is a risk-taker and goal chaser. Ever since she saw her brother playing Ocarina of Time on their N64, her path was set. In 2021, she graduated from California State ...

"Master, mistress -- welcome home!" At-Home Cafe, one of the leading chains, says that women now make up 57 percent of the ...

A traveler at heart, Brianna is a risk-taker and goal chaser. Ever since she saw her brother playing Ocarina of Time on their N64, her path was set. In 2021, she graduated from California State ...

As an American with interests that skew toward the geeky side, one concept I have almost always been aware of is “wacky Japan.” It’s the horrendously racist yet unfortunately common notion that ...

“Welcome home, Master,” says the maid as she bows deeply, hands clasped in front of a starched pinafore worn over a short pink dress. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ...

Maid Cafes are a dime a dozen in Tokyo’s Akihabara district, but there are not many based off famous Sanrio character. Sanrio is a Japanese company that designs all things kawaii (cute), best known ...

Members of UCLA’s Japanese Animation Club adorned themselves in classic maid and butler costumes with accessories like bunny ears to create a fairy tale-themed event. JAC hosted “Fairy Tale Maid Cafe” ...

Staff working there say the cafes are not designed to titillate and are meant to be a family-friendly experience. Read more ...