The Boy in the Café

In the quiet corners of Tokyo, Kaito lives a double life—by day, a reserved barista at Café Lumière, and by night, the dazzling drag performer Kane, who captivates crowds with glitter and fire. When Ren, a regular customer and aspiring artist, accidentally discovers Kaito’s secret, the two form an unexpected bond that blurs the lines between performance and reality.



As Ren draws Kaito’s hidden self and Kaito wrestles with the fear of exposure, their friendship deepens into something fragile and beautiful. Together, they confront the pressure of living behind masks—both literal and metaphorical—and find courage in vulnerability.



The Boy in the Café is a tender boys’ love story about identity, acceptance, and the courage it takes to shine as your true self, even when the world is watching.