15 cat-friendly places in Japan, ranked by guest reviews
Capy Neko Cafe Kichijoji
Japan, 〒180-0003 Tokyo, Musashino, Kichijoji Minamicho, 1 Chome−5−10 PLATANO 2階
AI summaryThere are several friendly cats, along with capybaras and dogs, on the premises, and guests can purchase treats to feed the cats.
Maneki Machiya Cat Cafe (reservation required)
11-5 Uzumasa Yasui Tatsumicho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8072, Japan
AI summaryThis location is a cat cafe that also functions as a rescue shelter run by the Japan Cat Network.
猫カフェ 楽neko cafe-ラクネコカフェ-
Japan, 〒621-0806 Kyoto, Kameoka, Amarubecho, Shimizu−13番地の4 MARUYUKI B.L.D.G 3F
AI summaryThe location is a cat cafe with several friendly and playful cats. Guests can purchase treats for the cats.
Cat Cafe Mikazuki
Japan, 〒556-0016 Osaka, Naniwa Ward, Motomachi, 3 Chome−1−18 Lucid森川ビル 1階
AI summaryThe cafe has multiple cats that can be seen in the window and are friendly. Information about each cat is available.
ねこカフェいちご 大宮黒猫店
2 Chome-235-1 Horinouchicho, Omiya Ward, Saitama, 330-0804, Japan
AI summaryThere are many friendly, playful cats at this location, likely in a designated play area. Toys are provided for guests to interact with the cats.
Cat Cafe nekotto
Japan, 〒553-0003 Osaka, Fukushima Ward, Fukushima, 3 Chome−8−8 2階
AI summaryThe cafe has several friendly and playful kittens. Reservations are normally required to visit.
Cat&Animal Cafe Noah's Ark Kyoto Aquarium Store
Japan, 〒600-8266 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Kaminocho, 416番地2 HOTEL SUN CHLORELLA １F
AI summaryThe location is a cat cafe with many friendly and relaxed cats that interact with guests. They appear to be well cared for.
Diorama restaurant
Japan, 〒543-0045 Osaka, Tennoji Ward, Teradacho, 2 Chome−5−3 松村ビル
AI summaryA friendly cat frequents the location, and guests can visit more cats upstairs.
Osaka Namba Cat Cafe Nekonoeniwa
Japan, 〒542-0074 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Sennichimae, 1 Chome−8−8 ミカドビル ２階
AI summaryThis location is a cat cafe in Japan. The cats are presumably interactive with guests.
Cat's Cafe Minamiya
3020-13, Hakuba, Kitaazumi District, Nagano 399-9301, Japan
AI summarySeveral friendly and cuddly cats reside at this location, and some of them interact with guests.
Cat＆Animal Cafe Noah's Ark 祇園店
Japan, 〒605-0073 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Gionmachi Kitagawa, 323 2階 東号室
AI summarySeveral friendly, interactive cats (and ferrets) are present at this cat cafe. However, guests suggest the cats may not be as well-maintained as in other cat cafes.
Cat's Cafe Gallery Cat's Eye
Japan, 〒602-0875 Kyoto, Kamigyo Ward, Shintomicho, 325-2 吉成ビル 3F
AI summaryThe location is a cat cafe with well-cared for cats. The cats are friendly and interactive with guests.
Cat Café MOFF AEON MALL NAGOYA DOME MAE
Japan, 〒461-0048 Aichi, Nagoya, Higashi Ward, Yadaminami, 4 Chome−102−3 イオンモールナゴヤドーム前 1F
AI summaryThis is a cat cafe in Japan with many adorable and fluffy cats. Guests have a good time interacting with them.
Save Cat Cafe
Japan, 〒530-0041 Osaka, Kita Ward, Tenjinbashi, 5 Chome−7−8 山田ビル
AI summarySave Cat Cafe is a cozy cafe with well-cared for cats of various sizes and shapes. The staff provides instructions on interacting with the cats upon entry.
Yahoneko Cat Cafe
1 Chome-10-15 Fujimidai, Kunitachi, Tokyo 186-0003, Japan
AI summaryThe location is a cat cafe housing many protected cats. The cats appear happy and well-cared for in their community.
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Published 2026-03-07. Updated 2026-08-23 · Results sourced from public guest reviews · rankings may change as new reviews are added