Parent-Child Cafe "meets" Supported by 146 Backers and Over 1.35 Million Yen to Open in Kiyoshikojin, Takarazuka on June 30

Seeking Crowdfunding Support!

meets (Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture / Representatives: Kaori Nakamura, Yuka Nagai) will open a parent-child cafe called "meets" on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, in a renovated traditional house a five-minute walk from Hankyu Kiyoshikojin Station.

The project is currently conducting a crowdfunding campaign and has surpassed 1.35 million yen in total support from 146 backers as of June 9, 2026, receiving significant encouragement from local residents and parenting households.

Background of the Initiative

When raising children, finding a place to eat out comfortably with kids is difficult. As mothers ourselves, we felt the need for a space where parents could relax. In a survey of 151 parenting households in Takarazuka City: - 96.6% reported difficulties dining out with children. - 81.2% felt there are few restaurants where one can spend time comfortably with children.

"I want a place where I can take a breath even with my children." Driven by this desire, we renovated a traditional house to establish the parent-child cafe "meets." The name "meets" embodies both "encounters" with people, thoughts, and time, and the Japanese word "mitsu" (to fill/fulfill).

Aiming to be a "Cafe Grown by the Community"

"meets" has been prepared with the support of local people even before opening. The crowdfunding campaign continues, and local residents have participated in DIY and garden-making events, treating it as a place to be "grown together."

Features of "meets"

[1] A Safe Space for Parents and Children - Tatami seating - Kids' space - Books and toys

[2] Time to Fill Both Heart and Stomach Focusing on parent-child lunches, providing wholesome meals such as the monthly lunch set (1,350 yen), prepared with mindful, health-conscious ingredients.

[3] A Place for Connection Beyond regular cafe operations, the space will host: - Parent-child social events - Club activities for 0/1-year-olds - Rental space - Workshops led by local instructors

Store Overview - Name: meets - Concept: "Encountering 'Fulfillment.'" - Location: Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture (5-minute walk from Hankyu Kiyoshikojin Station) - Opening Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - Operating Days: 3-4 days a week (planned)