A growing number of eccentric Asian cafes are meeting a contemporary interest in coffee culture in cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong. This comes in at a time when natives and tourists alike are merging historic tea preferences with an emerging love for higher end caffeine options.
Distinguishing this market apart from akin coffee niches is its unconventional features. While the West often prefers decadence and authenticity, the East has placed emphasis on mystical pony cafes and shirt-pressing cafes.
Considering the many sub-cultures that permeate Asian societies, this direction in beverage retailing can continue to splinter off in numerous directions. This will of course be aided by today's flavor options, which are rapidly diversifying.
10 Eccentric Asian Cafes

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Artisanal Japanese Cafes
Tokyo's Sarutahiko Coffee Boasts Local Products and Home-Grown Goodies

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Indoor Garden Cafes
The Modular Design of this Beijing Cafe Offers a Constant Supply of Fresh Air

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Cultural Institution Cafes
Pennethorne’s Cafe and Bar is the Latest Eatery at Somerset House
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Fairytale Cat Cafes
The Temari no Ouchi Anime Cafe is Designed Exclusively for Feline Guests
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Full-Service Fashion Cafes
Gucci's 1921 Cafe is the Fashion Brand's First High-End Dining Service
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Shirt-Pressing Cafes
This Unique Cafe in Japan Has Maids That Will Iron Your Garments
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Delightfully Picturesque Cafes
The Kale Cafe Embodies a Suburban Charm
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Ecological Chinese Cafes
This Chinese Cafe Puts an Emphasis on Building Community & Upcycling
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Feces-Themed Cafes
Korea's Poop Cafe Is Feminine and Dainty With Themed Treats
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Mystical Pony Cafes
The My Little Pony Cafe Design in Japan Celebrates the Magical Cartoon Equines
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Video Game-Themed Cafes
Super Mario-Themed Pop-Up Cafes Have Recently Opened in Japan
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Integrative Garden Cafes
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