Azuki Shiba Cafe: Geeking Out on Doggies in Akihabara

Akihabara, as you may already know, has a great many things catering to many interests.  So, while the animal cafes (notably owl and cat) have been in the neighborhood for years, it is only recently that canines have entered the Akiba scene.  More specifically, those cute mame shiba dogs.

Azukishiba No Sato is in the heart of the "otaku" world in Akihabara, along Chuo Street and very close to JR Akihabara Station (about a 1-2 minute walk).  As it is a newer establishment, compared to the popular Mame Shiba café in Harajuku, it was less populated with visitors and wait times very minimal, if any, at the times I'd visited.





So, if you find yourself curious to meet the shibas, Azukishiba gets my recommendation for a first timer due to ease of entry and being less crowded.

Azukishiba offers 30 minute stays with the dogs.  It can go by quickly, but you always have the option of purchasing another stay.  They also offer point cards, the rewards for filling up are unknown to me at this time.





The dogs seemed lesser in number compared to the café in Harajuku, but there are quite a few here to fawn over.  And, they are no less cute and cool than their counterparts.  It's also a bit easier to move around from shibe to shibe here, as it's less crowded, so that is another plus.




If you're in Akihabara and your schedule (and your heart) has room for more, the mame shiba at Azukishiba café can easily fill up both with their cuteness and affection!


Recommendations:

- Wear comfortable clothing: you'll likely sit or kneel on the tatami (mat) floor to get closer to the pups

- Use restroom before going if needed: I didn't notice any public restroom in or near the café.


Specifics:

Azukishiba No Sato
Location: