Ruru Cafe Shibuya impresses with coffee and sweets served on water tables.
Ruru Cafe in Tokyo features unique tables that create the illusion of meals floating on water, attracting many visitors.

There’s a new cafe in Tokyo, and it’s turning heads with its floating meal illusion. Ruru Shibuya, located at Shibuya Sakura Stage, features unique “water tables” that make your food look like it’s just chilling on a serene pond. Since opening in December, it's become a social media hotspot, and trust me, you’ll want to snap a pic before diving in.
Finding Ruru can be a bit tricky because the sleek, minimalist exterior looks more like a salon. Once inside, you’ve got to order at the counter and you’re limited to 60 minutes. If your meal looks too good to resist (and it will), just remember—no putting your phone on the table! The zen ambiance is enhanced by delicious drinks like matcha lattes and stunning desserts, like the “Lava Rock Cheesecake”, that you’ll savor while you admire the Nure Sansui design. Pro tip: If you want to avoid the weekend rush, aim for a weekday visit. You’ll thank me later!
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