Sendai’s BLUE LEAF CAFÉ is Offering Virtual Dates with Hatsune Miku
Laura McQuarrie — July 10, 2017 — Lifestyle
References: jpninfo & japantrends
Going on a cafe date is a common practice for many adults, but Sendai’s BLUE LEAF CAFÉ is now offering a limited-time event that will help visitors enjoy a different kind of company. Rather than sitting across from a real-life person at the cafe, visitors will be able to go on a virtual date with animated Japanese idol Hatsune Miku.
For the event, the cafe will be outfitted with Lenovo Phab 2 Pro smartphones, which will allow consumers to make the virtual pop star appear before their eyes using Miku Stroll software. As part of the limited-time cafe event, diners will be able to order from a secret menu that features special sandwiches, cakes, soda and even a latte decorated with the image of Miku.
To help consumers remember the event after their virtual date has ended, BLUE LEAF CAFÉ is pairing orders with special-edition coasters and will be offering commemorative merchandise for purchase.
For the event, the cafe will be outfitted with Lenovo Phab 2 Pro smartphones, which will allow consumers to make the virtual pop star appear before their eyes using Miku Stroll software. As part of the limited-time cafe event, diners will be able to order from a secret menu that features special sandwiches, cakes, soda and even a latte decorated with the image of Miku.
To help consumers remember the event after their virtual date has ended, BLUE LEAF CAFÉ is pairing orders with special-edition coasters and will be offering commemorative merchandise for purchase.
Trend Themes
1. Virtual Cafe Dates - Creating virtual cafe experiences with augmented reality technology, allowing users to go on virtual dates with animated characters.
2. Pop Star Partnerships - Collaborating with popular idols or animated characters to offer unique and immersive experiences in cafes.
3. Limited-time Exclusivity - Creating limited-time events or menus to attract customers and drive sales in cafes.
Industry Implications
1. Augmented Reality - Using augmented reality technology to create interactive and immersive experiences in cafes.
2. Hospitality - Integrating virtual entertainment and unique experiences into the hospitality industry.
3. Merchandise - Expanding merchandise sales by offering special-edition items related to limited-time events in cafes.
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