Adorably Pawsome: Kaohsiung Dessert Shop Filled with Shiba Inus & Bursting matcha Lava Cakes

▲ Shiba Lena Dessert Shop is a dessert store themed around shiba inus—even the tableware features shiba inu designs. (Photo/IG)@han.911Provided. Please do not take photos without permission to avoid copyright infringement.

Reported by Reporter Cao Yuehua

Dogs are humans’ best friends, bringing laughter to everyday life. Add in desserts with an irresistible flavor level, and you’ve got the ultimate combo. This“Shiba Lena Dessert Shop”in Kaohsiung, with its shiba inu theme, is filled with cute shiba inus both inside and out, completely winning over visitors. Coupled with their daily fresh fruit tarts and the popular “bursting matcha lava cake,” it scores a perfect 100 in terms of healing vibes.

▲ The shop is adorned with many cute dog-themed decorations. (Photo/IG)@jessicalinnn、@andruwchenofficialProvided. Please do not take photos without permission to avoid copyright infringement.

Opened just this March, Shiba Lena Dessert Shop is located in Sanchong District, Kaohsiung. It’s a pet-friendly café with a compact single-floor space. The left side houses the dessert kitchen, while the right side contains two indoor seating tables plus four tables outdoors, showing that the shop emphasizes takeout. They also offer customized reservation services.

▲ The shiba inu patterns pair perfectly with the vibrant, colorful desserts. (Photo/IG)@hsiang.22Provided. Please do not take photos without permission to avoid copyright infringement.

At Shiba Lena Dessert Shop,the “manager” is a five-year-old shiba inu named Lena. The shop’s name “Shiba Lena” comes from the dog’s name combined with the Japanese word for shiba inu, “shiba.” When you visit for desserts, you’ll be immersed in a shiba inu-filled atmosphere—and might even spot the lively Lena. Even if you don’t see her, you’ll find her likeness in the decor, tableware, and dessert logos.

▲ The fruit tart is priced at NT$55. (Photo/IG)@kaohsiungfood、@ducklin_Provided. Please do not take photos without permission to avoid copyright infringement.

In addition to fruit tarts, the shop offers savory items, drinks, and more—all great value. Prices range from NT$30 to NT$120. Considering the freshness of items made to order daily and the intricate handmade craftsmanship, the pricing is very reasonable. Among them, the “bursting matcha lava cake” wins over customers with its delightful taste. The bittersweet matcha isn’t overly rich, and when you cut into it, the green tea lava flows out slowly—offering huge satisfaction both visually and in flavor. As a pet-friendly café, visiting dogs also receive special dog biscuits, which is a very thoughtful touch.

▲ In addition to fruit tarts and cakes, the shop also sells baked custard and a variety of drinks, as well as savory options. (Photo/IG)@g_880402Provided. Please do not take photos without permission to avoid copyright infringement.

Sadly, after less than a year in business and with a loyal fanbase, Shiba Lena Dessert Shop will close at the end of December. As a one-person kitchen that insists on handcrafting every item, the owner has recently found the workload too much to bear, leading to the difficult decision to take a break for rest and further study. During this closure period, all custom orders will no longer be accepted.As for whether the shop will reopen in the future or shift to online delivery, that will be reassessed after the break. However, the owner promises that the fan page and IG account will remain active, with updates posted there.

For dog lovers and fans of handmade sweets, be sure to visit Shiba Lena Dessert Shop before December 29th, catch the current IG check-in trend, and enjoy some well-deserved healing before it closes for good.

Shiba Lena Dessert Shop
Address: No. 47, Dingxiang St., Sanchong District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07 350 9552
Business Hours: 12:00–19:00 (Closed on Wednesdays; for other closure days please check the)Fan Page）
NLNote: Reservations are not accepted due to limited seating; minimum spend per person is $100 and dining time is 60 minutes.
※The shop will be in operation only until 12/29