Kaineko– Author –
Kaineko
Hello, I’m Kaineko.
THISTOKYO shares cafes, shops, events, pop-ups, character goods, and local trends mainly around the Harajuku, Omotesando, Jingumae, and Shibuya areas of Tokyo.
By actually walking through the city and visiting places firsthand, the site aims to capture and share the real atmosphere and charm of Tokyo.
THISTOKYO is updated regularly for people who enjoy cafe hopping, character culture, limited-time events, and discovering the latest spots in Tokyo.
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Character Goods![[Mellojoy Rainbow Wafer Z063-4] The wafer is now a squeeze treat! The chewy, stretchy texture of the mousse cream is insane.](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
[Mellojoy Rainbow Wafer Z063-4] The wafer is now a squeeze treat! The chewy, stretchy texture of the mousse cream is insane.
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Character Goods
Trendy keyboard keychains and squishy toys found at Harajuku Picnic—plus a huge selection of stickers!
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Restaurants
"Kogyu," a Chinese restaurant in Ura-Harajuku: Affordable meals with generous portions
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Character Goods![[Mellojoy Yukata Sheep Z071-7] Limited to cherry blossom season! This squishy sheep in a yukata is just too cute for words!](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
[Mellojoy Yukata Sheep Z071-7] Limited to cherry blossom season! This squishy sheep in a yukata is just too cute for words!
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Restaurants
JANAT, an Omotesando Tea Specialty Shop | A Firsthand Review of the 1,400-Yen Cake Set
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Character Goods![Mellojoy [Melloya Life Guide A037] Towels, Sofas… Introducing a New Series That Brings the Melloya Lifestyle to Life in Squeeze Form](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
Mellojoy [Melloya Life Guide A037] Towels, Sofas… Introducing a New Series That Brings the Melloya Lifestyle to Life in Squeeze Form
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Character Goods
Found on Takeshita Street! Glowing Keyboard Keychains & Squeeze Toys | Momoko Mikazuki, Harajuku
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Character Goods![[Mellojoy Cream Mille-Feuille Z056-2] Review of an Ultra-Realistic Mille-Feuille Squeeze Toy Made of a Super Chewy Material](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
[Mellojoy Cream Mille-Feuille Z056-2] Review of an Ultra-Realistic Mille-Feuille Squeeze Toy Made of a Super Chewy Material
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Restaurants
Toranomon Hills DOLCE TACUBO Caffe: Soft-serve ice cream featuring monthly rotating flavors inspired by the Michelin Guide
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Character Goods![Just Like Knitting! Mellojoy Fluffy Mountain Veggie & Fruit Party Squeezes [A040]—A Review of All Varieties](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
Just Like Knitting! Mellojoy Fluffy Mountain Veggie & Fruit Party Squeezes [A040]—A Review of All Varieties
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Fashion![Google Store Omotesando Report | A Comprehensive Look at the First Official Store Outside the U.S.! From Pixel to AI Experiences and Merchandise [August 2026]](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
Google Store Omotesando Report | A Comprehensive Look at the First Official Store Outside the U.S.! From Pixel to AI Experiences and Merchandise [August 2026]
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Restaurants
Tsukemen Hajime Harajuku Branch | Trying the Special Tsukemen at This Renowned Restaurant Near Meiji Jingumae Station, Which Has Been in Business for 15 Years
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Character Goods![Review of the Ultra-Realistic Soufflé Squeeze [Mellojoy Chocolate Soufflé Medium]—The Creamy Texture That Spreads So Smoothly!](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
Review of the Ultra-Realistic Soufflé Squeeze [Mellojoy Chocolate Soufflé Medium]—The Creamy Texture That Spreads So Smoothly!
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Beauty![Jo Malone London “Sea Salt Adventure” Pop-Up Report | The British Coast Comes to Shibuya! [August 2026]](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
[Event Ended] Jo Malone London “Sea Salt Adventure” Pop-Up Report | The British Coast Comes to Shibuya! [August 2026]
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Character Goods![[Campaign] Mellojoy Creative Challenge Now Underway! Win a Gift Box Worth 8,000 Yen](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
[Campaign] Mellojoy Creative Challenge Now Underway! Win a Gift Box Worth 8,000 Yen
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Restaurants
Men-Shubo Minonowa Akasaka Branch | Tasting the Thick, Authentic Curry Ramen. A Renowned Akasaka Restaurant Carrying On the Legacy of the Original Curry Ramen
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Restaurants
Right Next to Omotesando: Trying the Salted Whipped Cream Toast at a Bakery-Dining Café | Clove Dining Room
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Character Goods![A Must-See for Burger Lovers! Mellojoy "King of Burgers" Squeeze Series [A028]—A Review of All Varieties](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
A Must-See for Burger Lovers! Mellojoy "King of Burgers" Squeeze Series [A028]—A Review of All Varieties
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Character Goods![So Cute It Melts in Your Hands! Mellojoy Cheese Bear Squeeze [Z028-4]—A Review of Its Creamy, Yogurt-Like Texture](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
So Cute It Melts in Your Hands! Mellojoy Cheese Bear Squeeze [Z028-4]—A Review of Its Creamy, Yogurt-Like Texture
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Restaurants
Mikasa Deco & Cafe Jingumae | Trying the Ricotta Cheese Pancakes That Let the Natural Flavors of the Ingredients Shine at This Acclaimed 10-Year-Old Cafe
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Restaurants
A Great Value One-Plate Lunch at a Long-Established Bistro in Akasaka | Le Bilboquet
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Character Goods
A wide selection of limited-edition "Work Cat" items! Shibuya Moddy
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Restaurants
QUARO: A stylish, minimalist café in the Omotesando and Harajuku area. It also offers courses supervised by a barista champion.
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Character Goods![A Must-See for Paw Pad Lovers! Mellojoy Fluffy Paw Pad Milk Puff Squeeze [Z078-1]—A Review of Its Creamy Yogurt Texture](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
A Must-See for Paw Pad Lovers! Mellojoy Fluffy Paw Pad Milk Puff Squeeze [Z078-1]—A Review of Its Creamy Yogurt Texture
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Restaurants
Peruvian Restaurant ALDO Omotesando | Tasting World-Class Cuisine: A Review of the Signature Lomo Saltado
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Character Goods
Tamagotchi Factory~! in Harakado Harajuku | A Comprehensive Report on the Factory-Themed Hands-On Shop
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Restaurants
Kaisui-an: Trying the "Grilled Conger Eel Fuhafuha Bowl" for Lunch at This Akasaka Restaurant, Ranked Among Tabelog's Top 100
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Character Goods![A Fusion of Traditional Japanese Beauty and Texture! Mellojoy Sky-Blue Koi Story Squeeze [A038]—Full Color Review](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
A Fusion of Traditional Japanese Beauty and Texture! Mellojoy Sky-Blue Koi Story Squeeze [A038]—Full Color Review
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Character Goods
ULTRA MART TOKYO Harajuku Opens | A Complete Guide to the Limited-Edition mofusand × Ultraman Merchandise
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Restaurants
CUPS Omotesando | A Popular Muffin & Shaved Ice Café from Machida Has Arrived! A Tasting Report on Authentic Shaved Ice
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Restaurants
Grim: A Wild and Affordable Steak and Grill Restaurant Hidden Underground Near Harajuku Station
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Restaurants
Organic & Gluten-Free Cafe in Gaienmae | Brown Brown Green Organic & Natural Cafe
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Character Goods![Let the fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth pink soothe your soul! Mellojoy Strawberry Soufflé Squeeze [Z072-8]—A Review of Its Creamy Texture](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
Let the fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth pink soothe your soul! Mellojoy Strawberry Soufflé Squeeze [Z072-8]—A Review of Its Creamy Texture
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Restaurants
Surprised by the Oversized “Dosa” at Jingumae | British Indian Café 1930
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Souvenirs
Akasaka Ogi-no Wa-Ami (Toranomon Hills) | Exquisite dorayaki from a Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant
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Fashion
THE HYUNDAI Omokado Store | Korean Brands & K-POP Merchandise Gathered in Omotesando
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Character Goods![Café-style sweets turned into a squeeze toy! Mellojoy Cream Waffle [Z024]—A Review of the Mousse Cream Texture](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
Café-style sweets turned into a squeeze toy! Mellojoy Cream Waffle [Z024]—A Review of the Mousse Cream Texture
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Restaurants
A Hearty, Generous Omurice Lunch at a Harajuku Bar | Bar dAZE
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Character Goods
A Review of THE DORAEMON STORE (Shibuya PARCO): A Stylish Doraemon Shop That Adults Will Enjoy Too
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Restaurants
Kaotan Chinese Restaurant, Akasaka | A Local Chinese Spot with Long Lines and Hearty Ramen Sets
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Character Goods
Mellojoy Top 5 Softest Squeezes! Which One Is the Most Chewy?
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Restaurants
A Spacious Organic Café in Shibuya! SHARK COFFEE Offers Gluten-Free and Vegan Options
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Restaurants
Celebrating 100 Years! Colombin Harajuku's Adorable Cakes Are Perfect for Celebrations and Gifts
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Character Goods![You'll get hooked on its gooey texture! Mellojoy Mochi Squeeze [Z019-2]—A Review of Its Gooey Yogurt-Like Texture](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
You'll get hooked on its gooey texture! Mellojoy Mochi Squeeze [Z019-2]—A Review of Its Gooey Yogurt-Like Texture
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Restaurants
A Review of One of Harajuku’s Cheapest Lunch Sets: 15-Item Set Meal for 1,000 Yen (Tax Included)! Chai Kuro Harajuku Hall
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Care Bears
Thank You Mart Harajuku Omotesando Store | Everything for 390 yen! An ultra-cute store with everything from fan merchandise to souvenirs
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Character Goods![[Melojoy Double-Bread Extra-Thick Edition] Review of an Ultra-Realistic Squeeze Toy That Looks Just Like Freshly Baked Bread](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
[Melojoy Double-Bread Extra-Thick Edition] Review of an Ultra-Realistic Squeeze Toy That Looks Just Like Freshly Baked Bread
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Character Goods
Takeshita Street's Jeans Mate is an Oshi-Katsu Souvenir Paradise! Tons of Tokyo Logos & Character T-Shirts
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Mellojoy
Mellojoy Gratifying Toasted Rice Mochi Squishy【Z053-1】Review — Japan's Chewiest Stress Toy
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Restaurants
Mizuya / Hidden Jingumae Lunch Teishoku Restaurant – Must-Try Yodare Tori Chicken
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Character Goods
Mellojoy Cream Cloud Mille-feuille Z068-4 Review | The Squishy That Looks Just Like the Real Thing
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Character Goods
Pingu × Hapidanbui Pop-Up Store at LaForet Harajuku | First Ever Collab Goods & Exclusive Mascots Report
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Restaurants
Esquisse Coffee: A Hidden Art Café in Shibuya – Where Nature & Contemporary Art Create the Perfect Escape
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Shibuya Ward
Shibuya Menhan Shokudo Nakajima | The Tantanmen Set for ¥1,080 Offers Unbeatable Value! The Ultimate Combo: Tantanmen and a Stamina Yakiniku Rice Bowl
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Mellojoy
Mellojoy Strawberry Shortcake Whole Z048-10 Review | The Squishy That Looks Like a Real Cake
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Restaurants
JINNAN CAFE Shibuya | An All-Day Urban Café for Vegan Plates, Pancakes & More
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Character Goods
Bonbon Drop Seal "Obungu to Issho" — Puffy Stickers for Your Deco Life
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Mellojoy
Mellojoy Toasty Mochi Review: The Japanese-Inspired Squishy with a Thick Cream Texture
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Restaurants
Hamburgu to Hamburgu Shibuya | Two Sauces, Two Times the Flavor — The Ultimate Half & Half Hamburg
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Care Bears
What is Funshine Bear? Profile, Sun Symbol Meaning, Goods & Fan Activity Guide

![[Mellojoy Rainbow Wafer Z063-4] The wafer is now a squeeze treat! The chewy, stretchy texture of the mousse cream is insane.](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/mellojoy-wafer-thumbnail.jpg)


![[Mellojoy Yukata Sheep Z071-7] Limited to cherry blossom season! This squishy sheep in a yukata is just too cute for words!](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/mellojoy-yukata-lamb-thumbnail-1.jpg)

![Mellojoy [Melloya Life Guide A037] Towels, Sofas… Introducing a New Series That Brings the Melloya Lifestyle to Life in Squeeze Form](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/melloya-life-guide-thumbnail-combo-1.jpg)

![[Mellojoy Cream Mille-Feuille Z056-2] Review of an Ultra-Realistic Mille-Feuille Squeeze Toy Made of a Super Chewy Material](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/mellojoy-cream-napoleon-thumbnail-1.jpg)

![Just Like Knitting! Mellojoy Fluffy Mountain Veggie & Fruit Party Squeezes [A040]—A Review of All Varieties](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/mellojoy-fuzzy-mountain-veg-fruit-party-a040-thumbnail-1.jpg)
![Google Store Omotesando Report | A Comprehensive Look at the First Official Store Outside the U.S.! From Pixel to AI Experiences and Merchandise [August 2026]](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/thumb-2-1.jpg)

![Review of the Ultra-Realistic Soufflé Squeeze [Mellojoy Chocolate Soufflé Medium]—The Creamy Texture That Spreads So Smoothly!](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/mellojoy-choco-souffle-thumbnail-1.jpg)
![Jo Malone London “Sea Salt Adventure” Pop-Up Report | The British Coast Comes to Shibuya! [August 2026]](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/thumb-1.jpg)
![[Campaign] Mellojoy Creative Challenge Now Underway! Win a Gift Box Worth 8,000 Yen](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/40fd3160150f4b54cb73a03bcb379868.jpeg)


![A Must-See for Burger Lovers! Mellojoy "King of Burgers" Squeeze Series [A028]—A Review of All Varieties](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/mellojoy-burger-squish-king-a028-thumbnail-1.jpg)
![So Cute It Melts in Your Hands! Mellojoy Cheese Bear Squeeze [Z028-4]—A Review of Its Creamy, Yogurt-Like Texture](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/mellojoy-cheese-bear-z028-4-thumbnail-1.jpg)




![A Must-See for Paw Pad Lovers! Mellojoy Fluffy Paw Pad Milk Puff Squeeze [Z078-1]—A Review of Its Creamy Yogurt Texture](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/mellojoy-fluffy-paw-milky-puff-z078-1-thumbnail-1.jpg)



![A Fusion of Traditional Japanese Beauty and Texture! Mellojoy Sky-Blue Koi Story Squeeze [A038]—Full Color Review](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/mellojoy-sky-koi-tale-a038-thumbnail-1.jpg)




![Let the fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth pink soothe your soul! Mellojoy Strawberry Soufflé Squeeze [Z072-8]—A Review of Its Creamy Texture](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/mellojoy-souffle-strawberry-z072-8-thumbnail-1.jpg)



![Café-style sweets turned into a squeeze toy! Mellojoy Cream Waffle [Z024]—A Review of the Mousse Cream Texture](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/mellojoy-cream-waffle-z024-thumbnail-1.jpg)






![You'll get hooked on its gooey texture! Mellojoy Mochi Squeeze [Z019-2]—A Review of Its Gooey Yogurt-Like Texture](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/mellojoy-omochi-z019-2-thumbnail-1.jpg)


![[Melojoy Double-Bread Extra-Thick Edition] Review of an Ultra-Realistic Squeeze Toy That Looks Just Like Freshly Baked Bread](https://thistokyo.com/ja/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/mellojoy-double-bread-thumbnail.jpg)












