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The Evolution of Maid Cafes: From Tradition to Trend in Japan

November 30, 2023 by Japan and Extra

Have you ever heard about a Maid Cafe in Japan? If you're roaming about some famous districts in Japan, especially in Akihabara, then you've definitely stumbled across some ladies in cute maid cosplay holding a sign promoting their cafe. And if it's your first time, you might even have tried it. In this blog, we've introduced the Maid Cafe about its origin, history and … [Read more...] about The Evolution of Maid Cafes: From Tradition to Trend in Japan

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