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Kawaii Monster Cafe claimed by COVID

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe called 'Monster Girls' pose with Sebastian Masuda, an artist and designer of the cafe, before the cafe ends its five-year run, amid the coronavirus outbreak, in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. The iconic cafe and show venue that symbolizes Japan's "kawaii" pop culture, and is beloved by tourists and celebrities, has shut its doors in Tokyo after business dried up following the COVID-19 pandemic. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe called 'Monster Girls' pose with Sebastian Masuda, an artist and designermore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe called 'Monster Girls' pose with Sebastian Masuda, an artist and designer of the cafe, before the cafe ends its five-year run, amid the coronavirus outbreak, in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. The iconic cafe and show venue that symbolizes Japan's "kawaii" pop culture, and is beloved by tourists and celebrities, has shut its doors in Tokyo after business dried up following the COVID-19 pandemic. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe called 'Monster Girls' wave and bow to guests while the entrance shutter gate goes down in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. A funky aesthetic of outlandish colors and designs made Kawaii Monster Cafe in the capital's youth culture hotspot of Harajuku a hit, drawing overseas A-listers, such as reality star Kim Kardashian, singer Dua Lipa and Jenny of K-pop's Blackpink. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe called 'Monster Girls' wave and bow to guests while the entrance shutter more

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe called 'Monster Girls' wave and bow to guests while the entrance shutter gate goes down in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. A funky aesthetic of outlandish colors and designs made Kawaii Monster Cafe in the capital's youth culture hotspot of Harajuku a hit, drawing overseas A-listers, such as reality star Kim Kardashian, singer Dua Lipa and Jenny of K-pop's Blackpink. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Guests watch the performance by the staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe called 'Monster Girls' before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. But its five-year run ended in part after overseas clientele disappeared because of border curbs against the pandemic. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Guests watch the performance by the staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe called 'Monster Girls' before the cafmore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Guests watch the performance by the staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe called 'Monster Girls' before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. But its five-year run ended in part after overseas clientele disappeared because of border curbs against the pandemic. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe and other dancers perform on the stage at the cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. The cafe had hoped to capitalize on strong demand during the 2020 Olympics, but with the outlook still uncertain after the virus forced a year's delay in the Tokyo games, a decision was made to let the lease expire and shut down.

"I feel it is very hard to keep the business going, without knowing how long the current situation will last," cafe manager Keisuke Yamada told Reuters.

"It is difficult for overseas customers to come to Japan, and it is also difficult for customers in Japan to go out." REUTERS/Issei Kato

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe and other dancers perform on the stage at the cafe in Tokyo Japan Januarymore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe and other dancers perform on the stage at the cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. The cafe had hoped to capitalize on strong demand during the 2020 Olympics, but with the outlook still uncertain after the virus forced a year's delay in the Tokyo games, a decision was made to let the lease expire and shut down. "I feel it is very hard to keep the business going, without knowing how long the current situation will last," cafe manager Keisuke Yamada told Reuters. "It is difficult for overseas customers to come to Japan, and it is also difficult for customers in Japan to go out." REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Monster X Ciel, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photograph at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Monster X Ciel, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photogmore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Monster X Ciel, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photograph at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe send off guests before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. While Sebastian Masuda, the artist who designed the sprawling cafe, said he was sad to see it close, he remained upbeat on the future of the trend-setting district.

"In Harajuku, regardless of age and era, the younger generations will always create new cultures. So I believe that the young generation will make something interesting again." REUTERS/Issei Kato

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe send off guests before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan Janmore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe send off guests before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. While Sebastian Masuda, the artist who designed the sprawling cafe, said he was sad to see it close, he remained upbeat on the future of the trend-setting district. "In Harajuku, regardless of age and era, the younger generations will always create new cultures. So I believe that the young generation will make something interesting again." REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Guests try to take photos and video using their smartphones as they watch the performance by the staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Guests try to take photos and video using their smartphones as they watch the performance by the staff membersmore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Guests try to take photos and video using their smartphones as they watch the performance by the staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Monster Girl Candy Asachill, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Monster Girl Candy Asachill, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31,more

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Monster Girl Candy Asachill, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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A staff member wearing a protective face mask disinfects seats at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

A staff member wearing a protective face mask disinfects seats at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 3more

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

A staff member wearing a protective face mask disinfects seats at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Monster Girl Reo, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photograph in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Monster Girl Reo, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photmore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Monster Girl Reo, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photograph in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe pose for a photograph with other performers before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe pose for a photograph with other performers before the cafe ends its fivemore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe pose for a photograph with other performers before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Guests and staff members are seen at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Guests and staff members are seen at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe send off guests before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe send off guests before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan Janmore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe send off guests before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe perform on stage at the cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe perform on stage at the cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issmore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe perform on stage at the cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Guests enjoy drinks and food at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Guests enjoy drinks and food at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Monster girl Crazy Sa-ya, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photograph in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Monster girl Crazy Sa-ya, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses fomore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Monster girl Crazy Sa-ya, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photograph in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe perform before guests in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe perform before guests in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe pose for a photograph with other performers before the cafe ends its fivemore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe pose for a photograph with other performers before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Monster X Mush Rarity, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photograph in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Monster X Mush Rarity, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for amore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Monster X Mush Rarity, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photograph in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Staff members wearing protective face masks serve food to guests at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Staff members wearing protective face masks serve food to guests at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan Januarymore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Staff members wearing protective face masks serve food to guests at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Guests try to take selfie photos with a staff member of 'Monster Girls' at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Guests try to take selfie photos with a staff member of 'Monster Girls' at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japanmore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Guests try to take selfie photos with a staff member of 'Monster Girls' at Kawaii Monster Cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Monster X Jelly no Catherine, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photograph in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Monster X Jelly no Catherine, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask posemore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Monster X Jelly no Catherine, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photograph in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe perform on the stage at the cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe perform on the stage at the cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERSmore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe perform on the stage at the cafe in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Monster girl Baby Manafy, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photograph in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Monster girl Baby Manafy, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses fmore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Monster girl Baby Manafy, an iconic Harajuku girl and a staff member of the cafe, wearing a face mask poses for a photograph in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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A staff member of Kawaii Monster Cafe called 'Monster Girls' wipes tears as she performs on the stage before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

A staff member of Kawaii Monster Cafe called 'Monster Girls' wipes tears as she performs on the stage before tmore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

A staff member of Kawaii Monster Cafe called 'Monster Girls' wipes tears as she performs on the stage before the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe wave and bow to guests while the entrance shutter gate goes down as the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe wave and bow to guests while the entrance shutter gate goes down as the cmore

Reuters / 2021年 2月 1日 Monday

Staff members of Kawaii Monster Cafe wave and bow to guests while the entrance shutter gate goes down as the cafe ends its five-year run in Tokyo Japan January 31, 2021. REUTERS/Issei Kato

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