A new cooking school for geeks called Kitchen a la Mode is dedicated to Otaku.
Located in Akihabara, which is known for its cheap electronics and maid cafes, the cooking school will mainly target Otaku, people who have obsessive interests. One of the most common stereotypes of Otaku is that they do not, or cannot cook so they live off instant cup noodles. The school teaches simple dishes that are traditionally made in most Japanese homes like ohm rice, which is seasoned rice wrapped in an omelet-style egg and nikujaga, a popular side consisting of potatoes, carrots, shirataki noodles and beef. Aside from the ingredients included in the cost of the 90-minute lessons is the option of cooking with a female instructor.
Otaku Cooking Facilities
Kitchen a la Mode Focuses on Teaching Japanese Geeks How to Cook
Trend Themes
1. Cooking Education for Geeks - Opportunity to develop specialized cooking schools for niche markets like Otaku.
2. Breaking Stereotypes - Opportunity to challenge stereotypes and offer cooking education for those with obsessive interests.
3. Inclusive Culinary Experiences - Opportunity to create cooking schools that focus on inclusivity and offer lessons with female instructors.
Industry Implications
1. Culinary Education - Opportunity for culinary schools to expand their offerings to cater to specific niche markets.
2. Gaming and Anime Merchandise - Opportunity for companies in the gaming and anime industries to partner with cooking schools to offer unique experiences to their target audience.
3. Tourism and Hospitality - Opportunity for hotels and tourism companies to offer themed culinary experiences for Otaku customers.