Butler café

Butler Café is a type of theme café that originated in Japan. The concept of a Butler Café is based on the idea of providing customers with an immersive experience where they are served by waitstaff dressed as butlers. This concept is a sub-genre of cosplay restaurant, where the staff role-play as characters from various genres, including maids, butlers, and anime characters.

History

The first Butler Café, named "Swallowtail," opened in Tokyo in 2005. The concept was created as a response to the popularity of maid cafés, where waitstaff dress and act as maids. The Butler Café was designed to cater to a different demographic, primarily women, who were interested in the fantasy of being served by a butler.

Concept

In a Butler Café, the waitstaff are typically male and dress in a Western-style butler uniform. They address the customers as "my lady" or "my lord" and provide services such as serving food and drinks, engaging in conversation, and sometimes performing live entertainment. The interior of a Butler Café is often designed to resemble a Victorian or Edwardian mansion, further enhancing the fantasy experience.

Popularity

Butler Cafés have gained popularity not only in Japan but also in other parts of the world. They have become a popular destination for tourists in Japan, and several Butler Cafés have opened in other countries, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

See also

• Maid café
• Cosplay restaurant
• Theme café