Detective Conan Themed Cafés Open Across Japan in 2016

If you’ve ever wanted to sip coffee while surrounded by the world of Detective Conan—from the seaside clues of the original mystery cases to the nostalgic eateries frequented by Conan and Ran—Japan’s 2016 themed cafés delivered just that. Launched on April 1 in Nagoya, these limited-time pop-ups brought the iconic manga and anime to life through food, atmosphere, and exclusive creator picks.

The 2016 Detective Conan Café offered fans a chance to taste dishes directly recommended by series creator Gōshō Aoyama, including a special scallop and clam pasta inspired by the characters’ memories at Beika Aquarium, plus a grilled eel rice bowl beloved by character Genta. Multiple Japanese cities hosted these experiences throughout the year.

What Was the 2016 Detective Conan Café?

The 2016 Detective Conan Café was a limited-time, themed dining experience based on the long-running Japanese manga and anime series Detective Conan (known as Case Closed in some regions). The first location opened in Nagoya on April 1, 2016, with subsequent pop-ups scheduled in Hiroshima, Tokyo, Osaka, Yamagata, and Fukuoka.

What Made the Menu Special?

The café’s 2016 menu featured exclusive dishes personally recommended by Detective Conan creator Gōshō Aoyama. Highlights included:

• A special scallop and clam pasta, representing the characters’ memorable visits to the fictional Beika Aquarium (modeled after real-life Miwa Aquarium).
• A grilled eel (unagi) rice bowl, a favorite of supporting character Genta.
• The return of popular fixed items like the Neapolitan pasta originally served at the “Poirot Café” from the previous year’s café series.

In addition to savory offerings, the dessert menu featured a handmade lemon tart favored by protagonist Shinichi Kudo (aka Conan Edogawa), and a signature APTX4869-shaped éclair—a playful nod to the capsule drug that famously shrunk the detective into a child.

Where Did the Café Tour?

The 2016 Detective Conan Café began its tour in Nagoya on April 1 and subsequently traveled to:

• Hiroshima
• Tokyo
• Osaka
• Yamagata
• Fukuoka

Each location hosted the café for a limited time only, offering fans in different regions the chance to experience the themed menu and atmosphere.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did the 2016 Detective Conan Café open?

The 2016 Detective Conan Café opened in Nagoya on April 1, 2016, and then toured other Japanese cities including Hiroshima, Tokyo, Osaka, Yamagata, and Fukuoka on a limited, scheduled basis.

Which dishes were created specifically for the 2016 café?

The 2016 café featured special menu items recommended by series creator Gōshō Aoyama, such as a scallop and clam pasta inspired by Beika Aquarium (Miwa Aquarium), a grilled eel rice bowl favored by Genta, and returning favorites like Neapolitan pasta. Desserts included a lemon tart loved by Conan and an APTX4869-shaped éclair.

Did the café include elements from the original Conan stories?

Yes—the scallop and clam pasta, for example, was based on the characters’ memories at Beika Aquarium, which is modeled on the real Miwa Aquarium and tied to early cases in the series.

How long did each city’s café stay open?

The article does not specify exact opening durations per city, only that the café was “limited” and appeared in Nagoya, Hiroshima, Tokyo, Osaka, Yamagata, and Fukuoka in sequence during 2016.

Were any characters officially represented in the café?

While the article doesn’t list specific character appearances, the menu items (like Genta’s grilled eel and the APTX4869 éclair) directly reference key characters and plot elements from the series.

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