FanFans Cafe Taiwan x Digital Stars 2021
In conjunction with the Digital Stars cafe in Japan starting up soon, Taiwan is having a fun event of their own, and with it right around the corner already, we thought we’d show you what they have in store for fans (literally)!
The overall details have already been announced, so check below for translations of the menu items, information about the key visual for the event and find out how you can get involved by wearing cosplay.
※The following translations are all unofficial
Main visual
The event visual was drawn by artist Mi’yuki, and in pretty reasonable contrast to Japan’s Digital Stars cafe, has Miku sporting a stunning maid-like dress with pastel accessories and adornments:
The second main visual (used for merchandise) is this:
Chibi versions of the piapro characters (which you’ll see in the “menu” and “merchandise” sections), were illustrated by 七日-Nanoka!
Menu
Each piapro character has a particular menu item attributed to them! The main character-themed meals will also all come with an individual character card insert, while drinks will get cute printed straw covers. The lineup for menu items is as follows:
Main meals
>MIKU : Japanese-style fried rice with chicken – $260 TWD
>LUKA : Pink bacon penne pasta – $260 TWD
>RIN / LEN : Pumpkin soup with bread – $260 TWD
>MEIKO : Spaghetti bolognese (with minced meat and tomato)- $260
>KAITO: Blueberry and fruit muesli bowl with yoghurt – $180 TWD
Desserts/sweets
>MIKU : Berry pancakes with ice cream – $190 TWD
>Japanese-style tricolour dango – $120 TWD
>Blue citrus slushie with cream and marshmallows – $180 TWD
>Rainbow layer cake – $180 TWD
>Summertime mango and lime mousse – $130 TWD
Drinks
You also get a cool plastic drinks cup with Miku on when you order any of the following:
>MIKU : Icecream soda float – $160 TWD
>LEN : Sparkling mango drink – $160 TWD
>RIN : Plant pot milk tea – $160 TWD
>LUKA : Sparkling cherry blossom drink – $160 TWD
>MEIKO : Pomegranate black tea – $160 TWD
>KAITO : Blueberry and blue citrus starry sky drink
Printed biscuits – $160 TWD each
Set meal plans:
- Set A: Any $260 main dish + any drink = $390 TWD (KAITO meal excluded)
- Set B: Japanese style dango + any drink = $250 TWD
And for every drink or biscuit you buy, you will receive one drinks coaster at random (8 different designs available)
※Please note that between August 17th ~ 19th, there will be a limited supply of certain meals, due to the maintenance of electrical equipment.
Merchandise
Check out the plethora of super cute merchandise available! Make sure to check the details of each one carefully, since some may only be available online, or will be released at certain times after the preorder period(s).
Orange star = pre-order available,
estimated to be released in late August
Red star = pre-order available,
estimated to be released in mid September
Top row
- Drinks bags – $179 TWD per bag (2 designs available)
- Omamori (lucky charms) – $159 TWD per one (options of either Miku or Luka)
Middle row / bottom
- Square pillows – $550 TWD per pillow (two designs available)
- Porcelain coasters – $190 TWD per coaster (two designs available)
- Hanging scrolls / tapestries – $599 TWD per one (two designs available)
- Mugs – $350 TWD each (two designs available)
- Tea cup set – $850 TWD
Top row:
- Standing keychains (blind) – $250 TWD per one (6 to collect)
- Acrylic stands – $350 TWD per one (2 designs available) /!\ Exclusive to the official website
Middle row
- Can badges – $79 TWD per one (8 designs available)
- Clear files – $79 TWD each (2 designs available)
- Mousepad – $599 TWD /!\ Exclusive to the official website
Bottom row
- Pass/card cases – $350 TWD each
- Postcards – $199 TWD per pack of 4
- Washi-style tape set – $250 TWD
- T-shirts – $799 TWD each (2 designs available)
- Hanging cloth towel – $450 TWD each (2 designs available)
- Tote bags – $350 TWD each (2 designs available)
- Square shopping bag – $599 TWD
- Baseball caps – $699 TWD each /!\ Exclusive to the official online website
**UPDATE ON SEPTEMBER 17 2021**
New merchandise have been unveiled for the Digital Stars cafe:
- Digital Stars 2021 Taiwan Exclusive : Stainless steel travel cup with straw (750ml) – $899 TWD
- Digital Stars 2021 Taiwan Exclusive : Rucksack – $1599 TWD
Merchandise orders can be made online here
※Merchandise can be ordered online now, or some can be bought in-store
※Please be aware that there is a limit to where the merchandise can be shipped – on the website they only list China, Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia, Singapore and Taiwan. Make sure to check the preorder page for more details.
Cosplay days
There will be special “COS days” happening at the cafe too! Come to the cafe dressed in cosplay as any of the piapro characters (Miku, Rin/Len, Luka, MEIKO or KAITO) and receive a discount of 10% off food and beverages at the checkout.
COS days will be held on the following:
- August 21st, 22nd, 28th and 29th
- September 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th, 25th and 26th
※The staff will make the final decision as to whether your cosplay matches the image of the characters
Event details
**UPDATE ON SEPTEMBER 23 2021**
The dates for this collab cafe have been extended for October! See below for more details.
FANFANS CAFÉ 誠品武昌店 / FANFANS CAFÉ Wuchang Branch
- Dates: 17th August ~
September 30thOctober 14th 2021
Address (EN) : 108, Taiwan, Taipei City, Wanhua District, Section 2, Wuchang St, 77號2樓
Address : 108台北市萬華區武昌街二段77號2樓
/!\ For full, interactive map, please click here /!\
Reservations can be made here
※Please note that the cafe will be closed to the public on August 17th from 11:30 ~ 13:00 for press coverage
Make a reservation for in-cafe seating and purchase one set A meal to receive a free limited edition clear file (only from August 20th):
Further information
- FANFANS CAFE encourages customers to use their takeaway service where possible. Any items can be taken home, except for pancakes.
- There will be the possibility for walk-in visits, but priority will be given to those with reservations. There is the chance for last minute schedule amendments etc. if the current situation with the COVID-19 pandemic changes. Please keep an eye on their official Facebook page for up to date information.
- Customers are able to stay for 80 minutes during their cafe visit.
- There will be a 10% consumption tax added to your bill.
- Merchandise listed on the website may not match the merchandise available in store, so please keep this in mind when visiting.
- You are not required to make a reservation for only buying merchandise.
** UPDATE ON AUGUST 17 2021 **
You can now see what the cafe looks like inside -including some of the menu items – via the official FANFANS Facebook page:
They also appear to have non-collab related merchandise available, including (prize) figures, so make sure to check the cafe out if you’re in the area!
We hope everyone who visits the cafe has a pleasant and safe experience!
Links
FanFans Cafe
Digital Stars
- Official website (JP/EN)
- Official Twitter (JP)
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