Unmanned Cafe Chain 'Self Cafe' Opens New Branch Near Shinjuku Station

Wood Design Park announced the opening of its first branch in Shinjuku ward, the 'Self Cafe Shinjuku Station West Exit Shinjuku Future Gallery,' on June 10, 2026. This branch joins a network of 60 locations nationwide that serve over 80,000 monthly users. Located just one minute's walk from JR Shinjuku Station, the facility functions as a 'Second Desk,' providing a space for studying, working, or hobbies.

As remote work, reskilling, and side businesses become more common, there is an increasing demand for places where people can work outside of home. Traditional cafes, however, can be crowded or cause distraction. Self Cafe addresses this as an unmanned space where users can focus without staff presence, appealing to students, professionals, and seniors alike.

Self Cafe serves as a new model of cafe, eliminating the common issues of overcrowded traditional cafes or the tedious registration and high costs associated with co-working spaces.

【Key Features】 - Unlimited stay: Enjoy unlimited time by purchasing a drink from the vending machine. - Power & Wi-Fi: Every seat has power outlets and high-speed Wi-Fi, perfect for online meetings. - No reservation/membership required: Use the facility immediately without downloads or sign-ups. - Fully cashless: Accepts IC cards, QR code payments, and credit cards (cash is not accepted).

The new branch is located on the first floor of the Shinjuku Mitsuba Building, within the 'Shinjuku Future Gallery,' a communication hub for urban development in Shinjuku.

【Store Details】 - Name: Self Cafe Shinjuku Station West Exit Shinjuku Future Gallery - Opening Date: June 10, 2026 - Location: 1F Shinjuku Mitsuba Bldg, 1-5-11 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo - Access: 1-minute walk from Shinjuku Station - Hours: 10:00-20:00 (Closed Sundays, year-end/new year) - Capacity: 21 seats - Payments: Cashless only