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K-Pop slang term
What does Birthday Cafe (생일카페) mean?
About this term
A birthday café is a fan-run café takeover for an idol's birthday — banners, photocards, and freebies. Korean fans shorten it to saeng-ka.
International fans now host them worldwide. Always follow café rules and credit organizers.
Frequently asked questions
Birthday-cafe vs saengka?
Same event type — saeng-ka is the Korean shorthand.
Do I need to buy something?
Usually yes — you are a café customer during the event hours. Check the host's notice.