What this is
This is an official collaboration cafe event celebrating Oregairu: My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU, the beloved light novel and anime series by Wataru Watari. Cafe Lish, located on the first floor of the Shogakukan building in Tokyo, will be transformed into a themed dining experience for the duration of the event. The collaboration will feature exclusive menu items inspired by the series, available only during the event period. Oregairu is one of the most acclaimed romantic comedy anime of the 2010s, known for its sharp writing and introspective protagonist Hachiman Hikigaya, making this a meaningful celebration for longtime fans.
Who should go
This event is ideal for fans of Oregairu and anime collaboration cafe enthusiasts who want a themed dining experience tied to a beloved series. The intimate cafe setting inside the Shogakukan building gives it an authentic, publisher-connected feel that adds extra appeal for manga and light novel fans. Casual anime fans curious about the collaboration cafe format will also find it an accessible and enjoyable outing. Arrive early in the event period as limited menu items and bonuses tend to sell out or change quickly at popular collaboration cafes.
Good to know
Reservation and ticketing details have not yet been announced — monitor the official website closely as collaboration cafes in Japan frequently open reservations with little notice and fill up within hours. Cafe Lish is a small in-building cafe on the first floor of the Shogakukan publishing headquarters, so capacity is limited and the atmosphere will be cozy rather than large-scale. Bonus merchandise items (such as character art cards or coasters) are typically distributed one per eligible food or drink order while stocks last — these are a major draw for collectors. Foreign visitors should note that the official site and reservation system may be Japanese-only, so using a translation app or browser extension is recommended when booking.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.