GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店 — The Bangkok Dispensary Where 5 Cats Live In-Store | Asoke
- Anyone looking for a cannabis dispensary where you can genuinely relax with cats
- People who want to interact with five friendly Sphynx cats while enjoying a smoke
- Anyone in the Asoke area looking for a dispensary with a strong quality-to-price ratio
- People who want a low-cost medical certificate (฿200) with their purchase
Tucked slightly off the busy streets of Asoke in Bangkok, GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店 is the dispensary you need to visit if you love cats. I’ve been stopping by to see the cats here long before OG TIMES launched, and it’s genuinely one of my personal favorites.
たくさんの日本人大麻猫愛好家の方々が来てくれてるみたいです。嬉しいみたいでハクが全力で襲いかかってきて一服できません。タイに旅行に来る日本人大麻猫愛好家の方々はアソークにある大麻薬局"GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店"に遊びに来て！詳しい詳細はコメ欄へ pic.twitter.com/KeXG1tcD6y
— Kei | 大麻文化を作る大麻盆栽家 (@smallnycer) June 26, 2026
Since this article went up, I’ve heard that more Japanese travelers have started stopping by after reading it — which is genuinely great to hear. Before getting into the flower on offer, let me introduce the cats who live at GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店.
GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店 — Paradise for Cat-Loving Cannabis Enthusiasts
Batman
GANJA MEN CAT
Batman is the social one — friendly and approachable with first-time visitors, coming over on his own without needing any prompting. He’s the face of the shop, and probably the one you’ll meet first.
Haku
GANJA MEN CAT
Haku is the energetic one — plays hard, moves fast, and fills the room with personality. Full of curiosity and presence, he’s the cat who makes sure you’re not settling in too quietly.
Sunday
GANJA MEN CAT
Sunday is the shy one — tends to keep to herself and do things at her own pace. She mostly stays out of sight, but tends to appear around feeding time. Spotting her feels like a small win.
Eleven
GANJA MEN CAT
Eleven is small, gentle, and notably tidy. An easygoing personality that instantly puts you at ease. She makes a little sound when you touch her back — one of those small details that makes you want to stay longer.
Mosyuro
GANJA MEN CAT
Mosyuro loves sleep above all else. Most often found somewhere comfortable in the store, looking entirely content. When he does want affection, he’ll climb onto your lap or body and just fall asleep there.
GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店 is one of the dispensaries in Bangkok’s Asoke area I visit most often. The reason I keep coming back is simple: five Sphynx cats live here and greet you every time you walk in.
Sphynx cats are a breed sometimes described as “once you discover their charm, you can’t stop thinking about them.” Their defining characteristic — a near-absence of fur — gives them an unmistakable presence. A lean, supple build, large ears, and smooth skin that somehow only gets more appealing the longer you look. They are deeply affectionate and actively seek out human company, often climbing onto laps or getting under blankets. Intelligent and playful, they tend to become something closer to a companion or family member than a pet.
Not all five are always out at once, but there’s usually someone to greet you when you arrive, coming over on their own. More often than not, I spend time with the cats before I even look at what’s new in the flower case.
If the cats aren’t coming to you, try the cat treats sold in-store. Open a pack and they’ll all appear almost immediately. Sitting with a smoke while giving the cats their treats for ten minutes or so is, personally, one of the best ways I know to decompress from a long day.
GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店 Original T-Shirts
Original T-shirts designed around the five cats who live at the store are also available for purchase. I own several and wear them regularly. The one with Eleven’s embroidered portrait on the chest is a personal favorite — simple enough to wear daily, specific enough that it means something.
When I asked staff which design was most popular, the answer was this Stranger Things-inspired T-shirt. Easy to understand why — if you know the show and you like cats, it lands immediately. I bought one too.
Because the shop is small, most items are made in limited quantities rather than mass-produced, which means it’s genuinely easy to find something here that no one else back home is going to be wearing. A good option for a Thailand souvenir that doesn’t feel generic.
The store also carries a selection of Aroi Mak products, including collaboration items with GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店. A solid gift option for anyone into cats or cannabis culture.
GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店 is in an accessible location and has built a following among cat-loving cannabis enthusiasts. The Taiwanese owner is genuinely easy to talk to — even a short conversation about the cats makes it obvious how much they love them.
The small scale of the shop means the distance between staff, customers, and owner stays close. Conversations about cannabis culture in Thailand, comparisons with how cannabis is treated in different countries — this kind of exchange happens naturally here. Personally, these interactions are one of the things I look forward to about visiting. Beyond the flower, it’s worth coming for the people and the cats just as much.
Cannabis Strains Available at GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店
The strains on offer cover a range of situations — something for active daytime hours, something for a slow evening, and options suited to a first-time buyer as well as people who know what they’re looking for. Because stock is brought in small batches, new strains rotate in regularly, which means there’s often something different to discover on each visit.
Popular when you want to lift the mood
STRAIN PROFILE
Confetti is a medical cannabis strain built on a vivid, fruit-candy sweetness layered with creamy vanilla and a faint gas note. Ripe berry and tropical fruit character runs through it, balanced by a dessert-like sweetness that holds together into a satisfying, rounded flavor profile.
Kei’s Notes
Confetti opens with a fruit-candy sweetness the moment the bag is opened, followed by a creamy richness and a light gas note underneath. Vivid fruit character without being heavy — the kind of strain you reach for when you’re with people or just want to shift gears. Approachable from the first impression all the way through.
An easy first choice for new buyers
STRAIN PROFILE
Runtz is a medical cannabis strain defined by a rich tropical fruit and candy sweetness. Mango and berry character at the center, layered with creamy depth and a faint herbal note — a well-balanced flavor profile with broad appeal.
Kei’s Notes
Runtz is the kind of strain that holds up every time you come back to it. The fruit sweetness at the center stays consistent, and the creamy depth keeps it interesting all the way through. Easy to recommend to first-timers — and it’s pretty clear why it’s been popular for as long as it has.
Popular for slow, relaxed evenings
STRAIN PROFILE
Granddaddy Purple (GDP) is a medical cannabis strain built on a dense, ripe grape and blueberry sweetness. Berry-jam richness is the main character, with a gentle earthiness and herbal note underneath — a classic dessert-style profile that’s earned its reputation over a long time.
Kei’s Notes
GDP stays consistently in grape and berry territory from start to finish. A settled, calm fruit character rather than something vivid or sharp — exactly what you want when you’re sitting down for a quiet night. A classic for a reason, and trying it makes that obvious.
The in-store menu features the cats in the design, which makes it approachable even for first-time buyers who aren’t sure what to ask for. Personally: when you find a strain that works for you, picking up a bit more of it in the same visit is usually the right call.
What keeps me coming back to GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店 isn’t just the flower. It’s that spending time with five cats naturally brings people closer together — the atmosphere in the store is shaped by that. Each of the cats has its own personality, and they show you a slightly different side on every visit.
On top of that: small-batch flower from independent growers, a rotating selection, cat-themed T-shirts and collaboration goods — there’s a lot that’s specific to this shop. For anyone in Asoke who wants a dispensary that offers something beyond just quality and price — conversation with locals and time with cats included — this is one I’d personally recommend. If you find yourself wanting to slow down for a bit during a Bangkok trip, come meet the cats.
Shop Information: GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店
GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店
Bangkok / Asoke
- 21/4 Sukhumvit Soi 18, Kwang Klongtoey, Khet Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110
- Hours: 12:00 PM – 11:58 PM
GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店 is within walking distance of BTS Asok and MRT Sukhumvit stations. Slightly off the main Sukhumvit strip, it’s easy to stop by during a walk around the Asoke area — shopping malls, cafes, and other dispensaries are all nearby.
Things to Know Before You Visit
- ✓ All five Sphynx cats live in the store, but they won’t always all be out at once depending on the time
- ✓ Cat treats are available in-store — open a pack and the cats will usually find you
- ✓ Original T-shirts and collaboration goods are made in limited quantities — if a design catches your eye, buying sooner is safer
- ✓ Tell staff your preferred aroma or occasion and they’ll point you to the right strain
Price Reference: GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店 (at time of visit)
| Product | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Confetti | ฿400/g | Vivid fruit-candy sweetness with creamy vanilla layered in |
| Runtz | ฿400/g | A well-loved classic with tropical fruit and candy character |
| GDP (Granddaddy Purple) | ฿450/g | Dense grape and berry sweetness — a settled, classic profile |
| “Stranger Things” T-shirts | ฿750 | The most popular design in-store at time of visit |
| “GANJA MEN Embroidery” T-shirts | ฿1,400 | Limited-edition cat embroidery on the chest |
| Cat treats (Churu) | ฿50 | The most reliable way to get all the cats to come to you |
FAQ: GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店
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What are the opening hours?
12:00 PM to 11:58 PM. Open from lunch through to late night, which makes it easy to stop in after eating or shopping in the Asoke area.
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How do I get to GANJA MEN 驚奇甘蔗店?
The store is within walking distance of BTS Asok and MRT Sukhumvit stations. It’s slightly off Sukhumvit Road itself, but easy to find on foot from either station.
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Can I interact with the cats?
Yes. Five Sphynx cats live in the store, and visitors are welcome to spend time with them. Not all five will necessarily be out at the same time, but the cats here tend to be sociable and often come over on their own. Cat treats are also available for purchase in-store.
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What souvenir options are available?
Original T-shirts inspired by the five resident cats are available in-store, alongside Aroi Mak collaboration items. Most are made in limited quantities, so they’re a good option for a souvenir that won’t be easy to find elsewhere. Suitable for cat lovers and anyone interested in Thai cannabis culture.
Note: This article is based on content originally published on the Japanese edition of OG Times .
