Pig Cafe- 3 Things That Will Surprise You

Mini Pig Cafe

One of the reasons Japan stands out to me as such a fun destination for families is all the cute and quirky destinations you can check out for family fun! You can read this post for my top picks on the 5 wackiest things you can do with your family while in Tokyo. This post is a continuation on that travel topic and is all about the mini pig cafes you can find in Tokyo.

Mini pig cafe you ask? Yes! It sounded like a once in a lifetime experience so of course it ended up on my Tokyo bucket list. 😆

Here are the 3 surprising things we did not expect:

1). It’s NOT a pig pen.

It’s actually a clean inviting place where you take your shoes off at check-in, slide into slippers, and where you are asked to sanitize your hands before and after the experience. I know, I too thought it was a strange request to ask us to sanitize ourselves before handling pigs haha. Once you sit down in what looks more like a playroom instead of a pig pen, they will give you a soft blanket for your lap. This helps protect your clothes and also invites the pigs to sit with you.

2). Pigs will want to snuggle with you!

I found this the most surprising part of the experience. I assumed pigs would have no interest in human companionship and that I’d spend most of my time there wistfully trying to catch and pet one. But the moment I sat down, I had a few curious pigs sniff me, walk around to all of us and pick one of us to lay with. OMG pigs are so friendly and affectionate!! They LOVE attention! You’ll never have felt so wanted in your life!

Surprisingly, there was no warning up period. (Unlike bunnies, they immediately trusted us strangers). Some even fought to be on our laps. At one time, I had up to 5 little pigs on me and felt as thought I was HOGging them all. In fact, we all had multiple piggies all want to be our best friend. This resulted in tons of giggles from my 10-year old and some cramped legs for my husband who for some reason only had the larger black pigs interested in him.

3). Pigs are smart and make great pets!

The friendly staff answered all my questions about their micro pigs and I learned so much! Who knew for instance, pigs can live 10-15 years? AND they’re stunningly smarter than cats and dogs and have done better at cognitive tests than the average 3 year old human child. They’re also all potty trained just like our bunny is. They go in litter trays. This all left me wondering why pigs get such a bad rap. They’re not filthy animals that are only good for ham, pork, sausage and bacon after all! 😆

This unforgettable experience was so much fun and had me obsessed with finding out more about pig ownership. I now know why celebrities like Megan Fox, Paris Hilton, George Clooney and David Beckham owned pigs as pets! BTW, this cafe allows for adoptions in case you fall in love and just have to take one home!! Be careful, cuz these cuddly cuties will totally steal your heart. They may even have you rethinking your willingness to eat pork, bacon, sausage and ham. My daughter has already given all of it up after this visit… Let’s see how long this lasts.

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TIPS

*RSVP! Time slots fill up quickly and while walk-ins are welcome you don’t want to be disappointed at the door only to find that private, more pricier options are the only spaces left. Many have been turned away because of filled up spots and lack of space.

*Be on time because every minute you miss is simply lost. The Harajuku location is on a tiny side street right off the one with the Snoopy cafe and can be a bit hard to find. So make sure to allot extra time plus MPig asks you arrive 10 minutes before to review the rules, and get set up with their locker and slippers anyways.

*Private sessions are available where you get 1 pig per person (provided at random..you don’t get to choose). Mpig has been criticized for this since in the main room you could easily have 5 pigs on you at any one time. However, in your semi-enclosed private space, you’ll get to learn how to pick up the pigs. (That’s not allowed in the main area).

For more info and to make your reservations click here.

For 5 more must-see, wild and wacky things to do in Tokyo, click here!

 

The Only Gift Guide for Guys You’ll Need

 

How many guys do you have on your gift list?

Guys don’t ask for much. 😆. Oftentimes, they don’t even know what they want. So that makes shopping for them more challenging. But don’t worry, I’m here to help with some tried and true items plus highly rated products that are on our wish list this year.  If you’re shopping for a guy in your life whether it be a significant other, brother, uncle, or dad, you’ll want to reference this gift guide (conveniently listed by price range) for that guy in your life!

$50 and under

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air tag

What’s he always losing? Is it his keys? His wallet?  I can’t help you if you answered “his mind” but if it’s anything else, I can. Give him peace of mind with this handy AirTag pack currently on sale HERE. It makes a great stocking stuffer and is one size fits all!  With this, his iPhone or iPad will help him locate the frequently misplaced item. Doesn’t that sound amazingly helpful?? Who couldn’t use this?  If you want one too, don’t fret because this 4pack is currently on sale which means you can keep a couple too!

We put one in our daughter’s backpack and track her even when she’s being picked up by carpool and know exactly when she arrives at her after school activity. No more wondering whether she got picked up or arrived on time.  I also have it on my keys ..cuz silly me and in this day and age when cars and bikes are being stolen so much, it would be smart to keep one with both as well! But those are just my ideas.  Where would you put it?  Click HERE for the accompanying wallet insert and holder ‘cuz you’ll want that too.  And click HERE for the modern ring insert below- perfect for keys, pet collars and bags.

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air tag

 

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black playing cards

Here’s a chic stocking stuffer or secret Santa gift idea that’s currently on sale and most definitely something he doesn’t already have. These wrinkle-free, waterproof, high-end, playing cards will surely make the next game night more memorable. Elevate poker night and up the cool factor!  Currently under $10 (44% off) with almost 11,000 fanatical 4.5 star reviews, you can’t go wrong.  Shop HERE. 

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massager

Here’s a self care item he probably would benefit from but probably doesn’t already own. It’s right under the $50 budget and has a whopping 23,455 reviews averaging an impressive 4.5 stars.  It is a heat up shiatsu massager for the neck and shoulders and it comes in 3 colors. Who else is dying to try this??  It’s currently on sale HERE. Get one for yourself too.  You’ll both love coming home from work to this!

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grey sweatpants

Upgrade his comfy sweatpants. I bought these for my husband and recommend them to everyone. The quality and look with the contrast piping, tapered ankle, and overall tailoring looks way more luxe -like I bought them at Saks. They’re currently on sale for just $25 so click through HERE to get the deal! You won’t find a better fleece jogger on the market for this price. They’re my husband’s favorite house pants. Check out the over 1300 5-star reviews!

$51-$100

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luggage

If you’re gifting a traveler who often does weekend getaways or weekday business trips, upgrade his weekender bag while consolidating his garment and duffel bags. This all-in-one carries both his dress clothes along with his other belongings and smartly makes room for up to 3days worth of clothes. It’s carry-on friendly and has a trolley sleeve to easily connect to his suitcase handles too. You’ll both consider this garment duffel a $98 well spent with all the usage he’ll get out of it over the years. Shop this 5 star travel necessity and click through for video demonstrations HERE.

Slim down his wallet with this stylish and super functional premium leather replacement for the big bulky wallet he currently owns (and probably needs to replace). With a cool click of the button up to 12 cards conveniently eject! He’ll never have to fumble through all the pockets to find what he needs ever again. Plus this wallet protects the cards against RFID. Currently on sale HERE for $62 from $89. My husband loves and has this cool blue color but there are 12 colors to choose from.

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thin wallet

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best men’s pants

He has pants but not THESE pants! Currently on sale to fit just under the $100 budget, these stain and water resistant pants are so versatile, they can travel with him, hike with him then go to a work meeting. With 4 way stretch and 5x the durability of denim, they stay both cool and comfortable.

Shop 4 colors HERE.

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mocassin slippers

Looking to gift a luxe and comfy gift he will wear all winter? Look no further than these Dearfoam indoor/outdoor moccasin slippers. Click HERE Originally $110 and currently $59.95 in 3 colors, you’re gonna wanna grab this deal before it goes away. The cassics memory foam insoles can’t be beat. Plus it comes in 2 widths. These genuine shearling slippers are a hit with my husband and handsome on!

$101and up

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earphones

Upgrade their headphones to a wireless one with noise canceling. This one has 4.5 star reviews and both my husband and brother love this Bose find. They can finally tune out the kids, watch their favorite TV programs in peace or video game without disturbing the rest of the household. it’s currently on sale (originally $349) and comes in 3 colors HERE.

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apple watch

Men love their electronics. If yours doesn’t have an Apple watch yet, why not? Shop this sale now and gift this 2nd generation one on sale HERE.

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ferragamo driving shoes

Nothing says classic and classy like a Ferragamo shoe on a man. These driving loafers are such a comfy casual pair that he will love driving with but will also want to wear everywhere!! If you’re looking for ways to spoil him-this is it! Shop HERE.

Please note all shoppable links are only on sale for a limited time. Prices will go up and inventory may run out. Prices noted here are as of 12/11/23. And affiliate links were used so I may receive a commission.  Additionally, some of the items featured here have been gifted to us by the brand for possible inclusion in this round-up.  All opinions are my own and products we’ve tried are honestly reviewed. I hope this gift guide for guys was helpful to you!  Happy shopping!

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