Japanese Restaurant Always Gets Orders Wrong Because They Hire Waiters With Dementia
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A pop-up restaurant in Japan has been making headlines for their unique concept of hiring waiters with dementia.
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Located in Tokyo’s Toyosu District, “The Restaurant Of Order Mistakes” was open for a trial period from June 2 to June 4.
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It’s premise is that staff members who suffer from dementia may get your order wrong, according to Mamoru Ichikawa of Yahoo! Japan.
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Mizuho Kudo, a food blogger, praised the restaurant after her visit. She ordered a hamburger and was slightly disappointed, but relieved that her order was correct. Her friend however, didn’t get the order she wanted and was served dumplings instead.
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However, Kudo thought the food was delicious and had a great time interacting with the waiters, who seemed to enjoy working there.
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The purpose of the restaurant is to help people better understand those who suffer from dementia and how they can function in society.
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After the success of the trial period, organizers are planning to launch a crowdfunding campaign to have another pop-up event for World Alzheimer’s Day on September 21.
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Source: Mamoru Ichikawa/Yahoo! Japan
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