To commemorate the 15th anniversary of the popular manga “Horimiya”—written by HERO and illustrated by Daisuke Hagiwara—a collaboration café titled “Horimiya CAFE: Katagiri High School Culture Festival” will open at the motto cafe Ikebukuro location starting October 14, 2026.

The menu for the first half of the Tokyo event—running through November 20—has been revealed, featuring a total of 16 food and drink items inspired by cultural festival food stalls, including the “Class 3-1 Katagiri Pure Coffee Shop Special Napolitan.”

Overview of the “Horimiya: CAFE Katagiri High School Culture Festival”

This is a collaboration café commemorating the 15th anniversary of “Horimiya.” Themed around Katagiri High School’s cultural festival, the menu at the Tokyo venue will change between the first and second halves of the event. The details released here cover the first half of the Tokyo venue’s schedule.

*On November 20, 2026, the final day of the first half of the event, the cafe will be open only until the 2:40 PM seating.
*Event dates and operating hours are subject to change depending on circumstances.

Menu for the First Half of the “Horimiya: Katagiri High School Culture Festival CAFE”

The menu for the first half features a total of 16 items: 9 food and dessert items and 7 drinks. The menu is designed to resemble the booths at Katagiri High School’s cultural festival, such as Class 3-1’s traditional coffee shop and Class 3-3’s haunted house.

Katagiri High School’s Official Drinks come with an original Katagiri High School cup sleeve.

Horimiya “CAFE Katagiri High School Culture Festival” Takeout Menu

Takeout service will begin one week after in-store service starts. The first phase begins on October 21, 2026, and orders will be available exclusively to those who have made a takeout reservation.

*The takeout menu is available only to customers who have placed a takeout reservation.
* Orders cannot be placed or consumed inside the café
*Takeout menu items are limited to two per person
*The Churros Box and Model Pudding are served with ice packs

Horimiya “CAFE Katagiri High School Culture Festival” Special Gifts

There are three types of special gifts. You’ll receive a different gift depending on whether you order from the menu, dine in, or purchase merchandise. All gifts are distributed at random; you cannot choose the design.

*Designs cannot be selected
*Menu items, special offers, and merchandise are available in limited quantities and may sell out

Horimiya “CAFE Katagiri High School Cultural Festival” Merchandise

There are 6 types of merchandise in total. The pin badges, postcards, and large acrylic stands feature original illustrations created for the “Katagiri High School Culture Festival,” while the clear file folders, acrylic coasters, and postcard holders are pre-release items with a “strawberry” motif commemorating the 15th anniversary.

*You cannot visit the venue solely to purchase merchandise
*We do not accept returns or exchanges after purchase
*Quantity limits apply to certain items

How to Make Reservations and Use the Horimiya “CAFE Katagiri High School Culture Festival”

Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis and can be made via the “Collabo Cafe Tokyo” app or website. The reservation start date will be announced on the reservation page. Seating is on an 80-minute rotation basis, and last orders are accepted 50 minutes after the start of each session.

* Check-in begins 10 minutes before the start of each session’s operating hours
* At check-in, we will verify both the reservation screen and the reservation holder’s valid ID. Screenshots or printed copies are not accepted
* Only the person who made the reservation may enter the store. Transferring or selling reservation slots is prohibited
*If you do not arrive or contact us within 20 minutes of your reservation time, your reservation will be canceled
*The store is a four-story building with no elevator; access is via stairs only
*Children in elementary school or younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Infants and toddlers must be counted as one person when reserving a seat
*Smoking is prohibited in all seating areas

Frequently Asked Questions for Horimiya “CAFE Katagiri High School Culture Festival”

Is a reservation required?

Yes. Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis and can be made via the “Collabo Cafe Tokyo” app or website. The reservation start date will be announced on the reservation page. You cannot visit solely to purchase merchandise; each person must order at least one item from the café menu.

When are the first and second periods?

For the Tokyo venue, the first half runs from October 14 to November 20, 2026, and the second half runs from November 21 to December 27, 2026. On November 20, the final day of the first half, the cafe will be open until the 2:40 PM seating.

Is takeout available?

Yes. However, takeout will be available starting October 21, 2026, during the first half of the event, and only those who have made a takeout reservation may order. You cannot place orders or eat or drink inside the café.

How can I receive the special gifts?

For every menu item ordered, you’ll receive an original coaster; for dining in, you’ll receive a round sticker; and if you purchase 3,000 yen (tax included) or more in merchandise during a single visit, you’ll receive a ticket card designed to look like an invitation—all distributed at random.

Please check the official website for details.
*Please note that the information in this article may be out of date. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please check the official website for the latest information.

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