THE GUEST CAFE BY PARCO at Go Ikebukuro
Location: Japan, 〒171-8557 Tokyo, Toshima City, Minamiikebukuro, 1 Chome−28−2 Ikebukuro PARCO Main Building, 7F
Ikebukuro PARCO
A permanent collaboration cafe on PARCO Ikebukuro's 7th floor, hosting rotating anime and character-themed dining experiences with exclusive merchandise.
A permanent collaboration cafe on PARCO Ikebukuro's 7th floor, hosting rotating anime and character-themed dining experiences with exclusive merchandise.
THE GUEST CAFE BY PARCO is a permanent collaboration cafe on the 7th floor of Ikebukuro PARCO, dedicated to rotating pop-up dining experiences themed around popular anime, manga and character franchises. Past collaborations have included Chiikawa, Tokyo Ghoul, LINE FRIENDS and Your Name, each transforming the space with themed decor, exclusive merchandise and a specially designed menu of character-inspired food and drinks. The concept keeps the cafe feeling fresh, with new collaborations launching every few months.The food itself is creative and playful — think character-shaped parfaits, coloured sodas and dishes that reference specific scenes or motifs from the featured franchise. Portions are generous enough to serve as a light meal, and the presentation is clearly designed with social-media sharing in mind. Exclusive character goods, from acrylic stands to tote bags, are sold at a small retail corner beside the dining area, and these items often sell out quickly during popular collaborations.
The cafe is open from 11:00 to 21:30 with last orders at 20:30, and it follows the PARCO building schedule. Advance reservations are recommended for high-demand collaborations, as walk-in slots are limited. The venue is directly connected to Ikebukuro Station, making it an easy addition to any shopping trip in the PARCO building.
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Overall Rating
Based on 363 Google reviews
Negative Reviews
User 黃
The male staff that with long hair is apparently not welcome foreigners who visit this restaurant and speak rudely. He had no patience to introduce and provide the proper service. I decided not to order the dessert as result of his behavior. And unfortunately, he couldn’t speak English and just want to get rid of us.
User 派
Staffs were very rude.
User g
Very disappointing experience. We made the effort to visit the restaurant personally in the morning to secure a dinner reservation, only to be told upon arrival that there was an “error” in the booking. …
Positive Reviews
User D
The fruit cup its oishi! !
User a
The food is too cute to be eaten!
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THE GUEST CAFE BY PARCO
Chikako Restaurant Exterior
Photo of a shop front featuring two cartoon monster decals on the window and a red sign with 'casual dining' and Japanese text below.
Chikako Restaurant Exterior
A shop front with a red facade featuring a logo that reads 'casual dining' and Japanese characters. Above the counter, there are two cartoonish creature cutouts on the window.
Restaurant Interior with Herringbone Flooring and Modern Lighting
A well-lit dining area featuring wooden tables, chairs, and a bar counter. The room has herringbone-patterned flooring and track lighting on the ceiling. A projection screen is visible in the background, suggesting an event or presentation space. No menus are present.
Chiikawa Restaurant Display
Three large, colorful statues of the Chiikawa characters are displayed against a red wall with white awning details. The central figure is dressed as a chef wearing a tall white hat and holding a star-shaped item. To its left, a blue-haired character holds a plate of food items including what appears to be rice balls or dumplings. On the right, another round character also holds a small plate with snacks. A sign above reads 'Chiki Chiki Restaurant' in stylized Japanese text.
Cute Shop Interior Display
Interior view of a shop with colorful menu boards and displays featuring cartoon characters, including a red wall with character decals and glass windows showing interior decor.
Food Set Display
A set meal featuring a rice ball with star-shaped garnish on a blue plate, a sizzling dish with fried egg, corn, broccoli, and cartoon character cutouts, plus a sauce boat.
Sweet Home Cafe Interior
A brightly lit cafe interior with a wooden counter, red awning signage, and promotional posters on the walls. A menu board stands outside near the entrance.
Cute Character Storefront Display
A red storefront wall featuring cartoon animal characters in chef outfits, with hanging window decorations and a checkered floor inside.
Cute Animal-Shaped Container
A small, cream-colored container with a glossy brown lid, featuring a cute animal face design with pink cheeks and simple eyes on its front surface.
Restaurant Interior with Cartoon Decor
Interior of a restaurant featuring cartoon character decorations, including wall-mounted figures and framed artwork. A long wooden counter with white placemats runs along the left side. Tables with chairs are arranged on the right. A TV screen displays colorful graphics. In the background, an exit sign is visible near a hallway leading to other areas.
Chiikawa Restaurant Meal Set
A complete meal set featuring a tray with fried chicken, spaghetti, rice balls, and meatballs, accompanied by a mug of juice, plush toys, and themed cutlery.
Ramen Bowl with Character Cutout
A bowl of ramen featuring bean sprouts, corn kernels, braised meat, and a pink fish cake slice with a character design. A cartoon cutout of a chef-like character is placed behind the bowl on a red table surface. Shakers for condiments are visible to the sides.
Chiikawa Cafe Table Spread
A table display featuring a pink poster with Chiikawa characters, plush toys of the same characters, a dessert in a white cup on a pink plate, a dark cake on a small plate, and a glass of chocolate milk.
Burger and Drink Set
A yellow plate with a burger featuring a cute face, a side salad, and a small bowl of sauce. A pink drink with a straw is placed next to the plate. The table has colorful placemats with cartoon characters.
Kawaii Bento Meal
A cute, character-themed bento box meal featuring a rice ball shaped like a cat face, breaded cutlet, fried shrimp, curly fries with corn, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, and small sauce cups. A white mug with cartoon characters sits beside the tray on a wooden table. Matching red-and-white utensils are placed nearby. The background shows patterned wallpaper and pink booth seating.
Interior of a Japanese-style restaurant or cafe with pink booth seating and wall art featuring cartoon characters.
The image shows the interior of a brightly lit dining space with pink upholstered booths arranged around wooden tables. The walls are decorated with framed illustrations of cute, round-faced cartoon characters resembling San-X’s Knaresborough figures (e.g., ‘Kokkuri-san’ in chef hat). A projector screen is mounted on one wall displaying an animated scene with similar characters. Track lighting illuminates the room from above; herringbone wood flooring covers the floor. No menu boards or exterior signage are visible — this appears to be purely interior decor and ambiance.
Kitty Cat Cafe Display
Three large, colorful cat-themed statues are displayed in a row against a red backdrop with white scalloped trim. The central figure wears a chef's hat and holds a plate of food items resembling sushi or dumplings. To the left is a blue-and-white cat holding a bowl of rice; to the right is another white cat also holding a plate of food. Above them hangs a glowing sign with Japanese text reading 'いこい' (Ikoiko). The setting appears to be an indoor mall or exhibition space.
Cheerful Dessert Display
A charming display featuring a black tray with various miniature desserts, including a meringue topped with sprinkles, a chocolate-covered treat, and a lemon tart on a stand. A cheerful chef character stands beside the tray, adding to the whimsical presentation. In the background, there is a card with Japanese text, likely describing the items or providing additional information about the products.
Chiikawa Restaurant Interior Display
Interior view of a Chiikawa-themed restaurant featuring character-themed signage, a potted plant in a glass vase with decorative stones, and plush toys displayed on a counter. A menu board is visible but not fully legible.
Cute Dessert Cake with Heart Decoration
A whimsical, character-themed dessert cake presented on a pink plate against a bright green background. The cake is shaped like a smiling white creature with a small horn and heart-shaped ears, holding a large fluffy heart in its hands. It is decorated with wafer cookies, red berries, mint leaves, and scattered sprinkles. A sticker of two blue characters appears to be speaking near the top left corner of the plate.
Cute Dessert Drink with Marshmallows and Whipped Cream
A glass cup filled with a dark beverage, topped with marshmallows and whipped cream. A small packet of sugar or sweetener is placed beside the cup on a metal saucer.
Delicious Dessert Platter with Chef Character
A table setting featuring a black plate with various desserts including a small cake topped with cherry, a waffle tartlet filled with nuts and cream, pancakes with fruit topping, and a blue plate holding two ice cream sandwiches and a dumpling-like pastry. A cartoon chef character stands behind the main dish.
Cute Character Container on Table
A small, cream-colored container shaped like a character with brown hair and pink cheeks sits on a wooden table in what appears to be a cafe or restaurant. In the background, blurred figures are seated at tables near red booth seating.
Chiikawa Bento Set with Toy
A colorful bento box featuring a hamburger patty, rice shaped like a character, pasta with shrimp, broccoli, and cherry tomatoes. Accompanied by a cup of orange juice and matching utensils. A thought bubble above shows three cute characters with the Japanese text 'おもちゃ付き!' (with toy!). The tray has a red patterned border.
Bunsho Shop Interior
Interior view of a bun shop with wooden counter, staff in masks, menu boards displaying food items and prices, decorative signage with cartoon characters, and promotional posters on walls.
Konto Test Burger Plate
A yellow plate holds a creatively designed bunny-themed burger with ears and face drawn on the bun, melted cheese visible inside. Beside it is a dark patty topped with three white dollops (possibly cream or cheese) and garnished with herbs. A small glass pitcher contains a creamy sauce with green flecks. A side of potato salad sits nearby. A paper tag reads 'kontoテスト' (Konto Test) in Japanese characters next to a cartoon cat illustration.
Cute Character-Themed Meal Set
A close-up of a meal featuring a fried egg with a cartoon character topper, served in an oval dish alongside corn and broccoli. A blue plate holds a bread shaped like the same character with a bow, garnished with cream and cherry. A mesh bag and small pink plate with butter are also visible on the wooden table.
Cute Dessert Plate
A pink plate holds a whimsical dessert shaped like a melting white substance with a smiling face, pink cheeks, and a small brown topping resembling a horn or candy cane. Surrounding the main item are fluffy white cotton-like decorations, heart-shaped candies, red berries, mint leaves, and sprinkled sugar hearts. A decorative tag with Japanese characters hangs from the top left. The background includes patterned placemats and partial view of printed materials with Japanese text.
Ramen Bowl with Tofu and Meat
A close-up of a bowl of ramen featuring bean sprouts, shredded cabbage, corn kernels, and pieces of meat. A decorative radish slice shaped like a bear is placed on top.
Chii Pudding Restaurant Interior
Interior view of a Japanese-style pudding shop featuring wooden flooring and furniture. A reception desk displays a sign with a cartoon character and text 'ちいずおレストラン'. A red floor mat shows three chef characters with Japanese text 'いらっしゃいませ!!' (Welcome!). Background includes tables, chairs, and a counter area.
Cute Character Crepes
A yellow plate holds two rolled crepes, each decorated with a cute cartoon face on the edge and topped with a dollop of red jam. The crepe on the left features a round character with rosy cheeks, while the right one has an oval-shaped character wearing a green bow. A portion of a menu or placemat is visible in the top-left corner.
Banana Split Dessert with Character Theme
A tall glass dessert cup filled with layers of chocolate sauce, cereal-like topping, and banana slices topped with a character-shaped ice cream scoop, whipped cream, mint leaf, cherry, and two chocolate sticks.
Keroppi-themed drink with character topper
A pink slushy beverage in a clear glass cup featuring the Japanese characters 'Futari wa Nakayoshi...' and cute animal illustrations. The cup is topped with whipped cream, pink cubes, and two large paper cutouts of Keroppi (a white rabbit-like creature) and another character. A straw extends upward. In the background, a person holds a phone, likely taking a photo. A glass of water sits beside the drink on a wooden table. Pink booth seating and wall decorations are visible behind.
Kitty Cat Store Interior Display
Interior shot of a shop featuring three large, colorful cat-shaped figures on red pedestals against a red wall with white stripes. A person walks in the foreground. Shelves and products are visible in the background.
chikako restaurant logo
close-up of a printed material featuring the chikako restaurant logo, which includes a cartoon bear character wearing a chef's hat and a banner with 'casual dining' written in English. Below this is the Japanese text 'ちいかわ レストラン', indicating it is a casual dining establishment.
Cute Drink Set with Merchandise
A table display featuring a pitcher of dark berry-infused drink garnished with mint and fruit, a glass of red wine, and a small egg-shaped container. Behind them is a large cartoon character cutout holding a pitcher, set against a patterned wall.
Chiikawa-themed Milkshakes
Three colorful milkshakes in stemmed glasses, each topped with whipped cream and a cherry. The left is blue with a blue bow, the middle is pink/red with white cream, and the right is yellow with yellow cream. Each glass has a cute face drawn on it. Background features patterned wallpaper with small character icons.
The Guest Cafe & Diner Interior
Interior view of The Guest Cafe & Diner showing a wooden counter with ice cream display, posters featuring anime characters, and seating area in background.
Keroppi-themed interior wall display
Interior shot of a room decorated with Keroppi (a Japanese mascot) characters on the walls, including cutouts and a mounted TV screen showing an animated scene. A framed picture hangs on one wall, and red lighting illuminates part of the corner.
Cute Dessert Platter with Chef Character
A black tray holds a variety of desserts including a cherry-topped pudding, a meringue tart, and an almond-filled pastry. A cartoon chef character stands beside the food.
Cute Food Platter with Egg and Rice
A close-up of a food platter featuring a fried egg, corn kernels, broccoli, and a cartoon character decoration. In the background, there is a plate of rice shaped like an animal, a yellow dish with bread or cake, and a metal sauce container on a wooden table.
Cute Animal-Shaped Container
A small, beige plastic container with a glossy brown lid shaped like an animal head. The body features cartoonish facial details including two dark eyes, a small nose, and pink cheeks with three vertical lines each. It rests on a speckled gray surface.
Food stall display in mall
A food stall with red and white branding featuring cartoon characters, displaying multiple menu boards on stands outside the entrance.
Decorated Dessert with Rabbit Topper
A close-up of a dessert featuring light purple frosting, silver bead decorations, and a pink heart-shaped topper. A cartoon rabbit figure is placed on top. The dish includes fresh strawberries, blueberries, and mint leaves as garnish. In the background, colorful anime-style cards or posters are visible on the table surface.
Kawaii Bento Meal
A colorful bento tray featuring a rice ball shaped like a character, a hamburger patty with sauce, spaghetti with corn and shrimp tempura, star-shaped fried item, cherry tomato, and two small dessert cups. The tray has red border with cute illustrations.
Dessert with whipped cream and spoon
A close-up of a dessert in a glass cup, topped with whipped cream and a small knife-shaped decoration. A metal spoon rests beside the cup on a wooden table. There is a small round cookie wrapped in plastic nearby, along with some printed materials featuring cartoon characters.
Cute Dessert Table Setting
A table display featuring whimsical desserts including a cotton candy tree, character-themed pastries, and a small figurine in a white outfit. A person wearing a black hoodie sits at the table with another dessert plate visible.
Cute Dessert with Character Design
A close-up of a dessert in a glass cup, featuring a character face made from ice cream or similar treat, topped with whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and a cherry. Chopsticks are placed beside the cup on a wooden table.
Cute Character Table Setting
A wooden table in a restaurant or cafe features whimsical character cutouts and figurines, including a chef and a drinking figure. A glass pitcher with fruit slices sits alongside small knitted toys and a QR code stand.
Chikago Restaurant Plush Mats
A stack of red plush mats featuring three cute chef characters with the text 'いらっしゃいませ!!' and 'ちいがおレストラン'. The brand 'nagano' is visible at the bottom.
Ramen Bowl with Tofu and Meat
A bowl of ramen featuring bean sprouts, fried garlic, chunks of meat, and a pink tofu slice shaped like an animal face. The dish is served in a white bowl on a red table surface, surrounded by condiment bottles.
Chiikawa-themed food on yellow plate
A close-up photo of two rolled food items (possibly wraps or sandwiches) on a bright yellow plate. Each roll is topped with a small red garnish and decorated with a cute character sticker resembling Chiikawa from the anime 'Kemono Friends'. The background shows water glasses and a drink cup, suggesting an indoor cafe setting.
Cute Dessert with Character Decorations
A light green dessert cup filled with whipped cream, topped with a character-shaped decoration resembling an insect or bee. The dish is presented on a matching light green plate with additional character-themed cutouts and garnishes like parsley and a blueberry. A small fork with a character handle rests beside the plate. The background is a solid light green color with some leafy plants in the corners.
Cute Cafe Interior
A cozy cafe interior decorated with colorful bunting flags and cartoon characters on walls. Tables are set with placemats featuring cute animal designs, and chairs are arranged around them. A projector screen displays animated content in the background.
San-X Menu Card
A close-up of a printed menu card featuring San-X character-themed food and drink items, including 'chika-kawa & hakurei's tortilla roll' (880 yen), 'Momonga & Koto-ya's milk jelly drink' (1,210 yen), and 'Yogurt drink with characters'. The bottom section advertises a novelty drink promotion with collectible stickers.
Catstar Restaurant Interior Display
Interior view of a Catstar-themed restaurant with promotional signage and menu boards. Visible signs include 'Grand Menu' listing food, dessert, and drink options; 'Side Menu'; and reservation notices in Japanese and English. Background shows staff behind counter, ceiling lights, and wall decorations featuring cat characters.
Chikawa Restaurant Menu Display
A promotional display featuring a large menu board and informational signage for Chikawa Restaurant, highlighting food, dessert, drink, and side menu items with cute character illustrations.
Chikawa Cafe Menu Board
A promotional display featuring a menu board and sign for Chikawa Cafe, highlighting food items like sandwiches, curry, pancakes, and sodas with prices in yen. A notice indicates advance reservation is required.
Chikawa Restaurant Menu Display
A close-up of a promotional display featuring menus and posters for Chikawa Restaurant, a casual dining establishment. The main poster highlights the 'Grand Menu' with sections for Food, Dessert, and Drink, showcasing cute character-themed dishes like the 'Chikawako Onigiri Lunch Set' and 'Hakurei's Five-Flavor Donut Burger Set'. A smaller poster to the left advertises 'HOT SODA' drinks and side menu items. A notice in Japanese indicates that advance reservations are required today.
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