# Geological Food Shops The Usaginonedoko Cafe Creates Food Inspired by Rocks and Minerals By Mishal Omar | Published 2017-02-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usaginonedoko References: [spoon-tamago](http://www.spoon-tamago.com/2017/02/01/kyoto-cafe-reimagines-rocks-minerals-as-beautiful-food/) & [usaginonedoko.net](http://usaginonedoko.net/) The Usaginonedoko cafe is based in Kyoto, Japan, and is based on a highly unique concept that is inspired by nature itself. The space functions as a shop, cafe and lodge all at once. In its shop, visitors are able to find "natural artifacts and specimens" along with the brand's 'sola cubes' – which are cube-shaped resin decor items that contain plants or minerals. The Usaginonedoko cafe is next door and is also inspired by nature – focusing specifically on geology. The cafe does this by offering food products that are formulated and arranged in a way that makes them resemble rocks, minerals and other natural products. The Usaginonedoko cafe functions as an experiential space that offers products unlike any other. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Geological-inspired Food:** Opportunity to create unique culinary experiences by incorporating geology-inspired elements into food products. - **Nature-inspired Retail:** Opportunity to attract customers by offering natural artifacts and specimens as part of a unique retail experience. - **Experiential Cafes:** Opportunity to create immersive cafe concepts that engage customers through unique themes and product offerings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for restaurants and food brands to tap into the trend of geological-inspired food products. - **Retail:** Opportunity for retail businesses to incorporate natural artifacts and specimens into their product offerings. - **Hospitality:** Opportunity for hotels and lodges to create unique experiences by incorporating nature-inspired elements into their accommodation and services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cave-Themed Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gua-juicery.md) - [Earthy Palette Fine-Dining Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logy.md) - [Compacted Earth Restaurant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quisimangia.md) - [Forest-Nestled Poetic Cakeshops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/45-space.md) - [Interaction-Based Japanese Cafe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-bottle-coffee-3.md) - [Luscious Dining Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ful-kyoto.md) - [Futuristic Mars-Themed Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marsthemed-cafe.md) - [Geologically Fluid Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-geology-table-collection.md) - [Mineral-Exploring Modern Decor Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmic-relics.md)