DECODING THE PHENOMENON OF "BED CAFE" WHAT IS IT?
Bed cafes or sleeping cafes are a Japanese-style cafe model that has recently appeared in Vietnam in the past few years. This model combines a cafe and a resting space in the Japanese “coffee in bed” style.
Outside is the ordering and mixing area and where customers come to drink and chat. The resting space inside is divided into small private boxes with folding tables, table lamps, blankets and cushions so customers can read, lie down and take a nap on the spot.
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Call it coffee "bed" because the bed is placed in a square cell about 4 m wide2, each bed is about 1 meter apart, a wooden table and two square cushioned chairs as beds that can be used for studying or resting.
The model of bed cafes has met the needs of customers, increasingly blooming in Ho Chi Minh City and recently Hanoi. The quiet, private space is suitable for meeting friends, working, or simply taking a nap.
The sleeping coffee model originated from Korea and Japan.
100,000 VND or more for 2 hours of relaxation is a fairly common price for a coffee shop model combined with a private resting space. Currently, Ho Chi Minh City has more than a dozen coffee shops following the model of combining a resting space, mainly in central districts, with many agencies and offices... This model is expected to be replicated and create a new trend.
The neatness and sophistication come from the arrangement of the space for guests to enjoy coffee and rest. The bed area is spacious, clean, can accommodate up to 3 people with soft, monochrome colors. Each dorm (bunk bed) is neatly arranged to optimize space, including a small reading table, computer and necessary items such as lamps, fans, blankets, mattresses, pillows... In particular, each bed is separated by a partition and curtain to ensure comfort and privacy for guests.
The bed cafe model has met the needs of customers and is increasingly popular in Ho Chi Minh City and recently Hanoi.
In particular, the shop installs cameras in each compartment and customers must comply with the rules to ensure civility and safety. Coffee shops must commit to respecting the privacy and confidentiality of customers in all forms.
The idea of sleeping cafes is modeled after the Japanese. The resting space at sleeping cafes is divided into small private boxes, fully equipped with amenities such as blankets, mattresses, books, lamps, tables, wifi, air conditioning, drinking water, lockers and power outlets.
In addition, the cafe bed at noon also contributes to reducing pressure for the office. The image of office workers sitting on chairs or mats lying on the floor taking a nap is no longer strange in many companies. Besides, the office environment is very noisy and many people affect the nap of employees. With the aim of creating a civilized nap culture, helping to ensure the health of customers to return to work in the afternoon, the cafe bed model is welcomed by many people.
Prices for bed coffee service range from 100,000 VND to over 500,000 VND, including drinks and cakes.
Neatness and sophistication come from the way the space for guests to enjoy coffee and rest is arranged.
Visitors are requested not to bring food or drinks from outside, not to smoke, not to use stimulants, not to gamble, and especially to keep quiet for everyone around.
Many customers say they choose this type of coffee because it ensures privacy, there is not much noise and children often play in public spaces. This “coffee in bed” format can help customers freely work or rest when tired.
Prices for the bed coffee service range from 100,000 VND to over 400,000 VND, including drinks and cakes. The main customers are usually students, office workers, freelancers or young couples looking for a place to work or date.
BEWARE OF THE BED COFFEE "FEVER"
Besides the positive reception of bed cafes, another wave expressed concern about the distortion, the possibility of sensitive behavior of couples when coming to bed cafes. The important point of bed cafes is to ensure privacy and quietness, so to avoid distortions, cafes with this model always have strict regulations.
In addition to the signboards in the easy-to-see areas, the shop is also equipped with cameras and staff on duty on each floor. When necessary, customers can ring the bell and receive support from the staff. However, not all bed cafes have such strict control. Some time ago, there was a rumor that many cafes in Thanh Da, Ho Chi Minh City, because of the arrangement of beds in dark, dim spaces, had become a type of "motel" cafe.
Sharing blankets, pillows, and curtains without proper cleaning can lead to the risk of transmitting infectious diseases.
In addition, sharing blankets, pillows, and curtains without thorough cleaning can lead to the risk of contracting infectious diseases such as skin fungus, scabies, etc. Blankets, pillows, and curtains that are not cleaned regularly can accumulate dust, mold, and cause allergies for people with sensitive skin.
Therefore, you should also consider the purpose of using the service to choose the right space. If you want to study or work, choose quiet areas with little noise. On the contrary, if you want to relax and chat with friends, you can choose more vibrant areas.
Bed cafes can be an interesting choice to relax, but you need to be aware of the potential risks to ensure your safety and health. Be a smart consumer, choose the service carefully to have the best experience!
