Cat Cafe Calico Shinjuku

Shinjuku, Tokyo · 0.2 mi / 0.4 km

MOCHA ⁠‌‌​​‌​‌​​‌​​​‌‌​‌‌‌​​‌​‌‌‌​‌‌​‌​‌​​‌​‌‌​⁠Lounge Shinjuku is a branch of the MOCHA cat cafe chain on the sixth floor of the Shinjuku Pegasus-kan building in Shinjuku 3-chome, two minutes' walk from the southeast exit of JR Shinjuku Station and one minute from exit E9 of Shinjuku-sanchome Station, across the road from the Otsuka Kagu showroom. About 36 pedigree cats live here, and they are fed at 10:30 AM and 7 PM. No reservations are taken. Visits are charged per 10 minutes, ¥297 on weekdays and ¥385 at weekends and on holidays, with a daily cap of ¥3,960 or ¥4,620 (tax included). Only visitors of junior-high-school age and older are admitted. The lounge has a workspace and is open daily from 10 AM to 9 PM (last entry 8:30 PM). There is a drink bar, outside drinks are allowed but outside food is not, and no meals are served. Treats can be bought to give the cats, and visitors are asked not to chase or pick up the cats or use flash.

• Adoptable cats
• Walk-ins welcome

Shinjuku, Tokyo · 0.3 mi / 0.6 km

Nyanchuru ⁠‌‌​​‌​‌​‌‌‌‌‌‌​‌‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​‌‌‌‌‌‌‌​​‌‌‌​​​⁠Cat Cafe is a rescue cat cafe located in the Hyakunincho neighborhood of Shinjuku City, Tokyo, about a five-minute walk from Shin-Okubo Station and ten minutes from Shinjuku Station. The space is designed as a calm, welcoming environment where visitors can meet rescued cats at their own pace, whether stopping in alone or with company. Each resident cat is available for adoption, and staff guide guests through the introduction, trial, and formal adoption process with care for both the cats and their future families. Free soft drinks are included with entry, and small cat treats such as churu, rolling nyan bits, and photo-ready candies can be purchased to share with the cats. In-store gacha, badges, and a donation box let guests support the cats' medical and daily care. For those considering life with a cat, staff can also help with pet-friendly housing inquiries.

• Adoptable cats

Shinjuku, Tokyo · 0.4 mi / 0.6 km

Cat ⁠‌‌​​‌​‌​​​​​​​​​​​​‌‌​​‌​‌​‌​​​‌​‌​‌‌‌‌‌⁠Cafe Coorikuya Shinjuku Sanchome is a cat cafe in Shinjuku 3-chome, about one minute on foot from Exit C1 of Shinjuku-sanchome Station and around five minutes from the east exit of JR Shinjuku Station. Opened in November 2017, it occupies the third and fourth floors of the building that houses the Coo&RIKU pet shop, and its rooms are decorated with plants on a jungle theme. Visits are charged per 30 or 60 minutes, and the fee includes self-service soft drinks. Reservations are not taken, so guests are seated in order of arrival. Children below middle school age must come with an adult family member, and children under three enter free. Treats for the cats can be bought on site. The cafe is open every day, from 11 AM on weekdays and from 10 AM on weekends and holidays, with last entry half an hour before closing.

Shinjuku, Tokyo · 0.7 mi / 1.1 km

Cat ⁠‌‌​​‌​‌​​‌‌‌​‌‌​‌‌​​​‌​‌‌​‌‌​​​​​‌‌‌​‌‌​⁠Cafe Coorikuya plus Okubo is a cat cafe in Hyakunincho, Shinjuku, about one minute on foot from JR Okubo Station on the Chuo-Sobu Line. Opened in July 2018, it is attached to the Coo&RIKU Okubo pet shop and follows the chain's plus format, which adds a flat-rate free-time option to the usual 30-minute charge, with short paid extensions, free Wi-Fi and power outlets for visitors who want to stay longer. Soft drinks are included in the entry fee, and treats for the cats can be bought on site. Reservations are not accepted. Children below middle school age must be accompanied by an adult family member, and children under three enter free. The cafe is open every day, from 11 AM on weekdays and 10 AM on weekends and holidays, and closes briefly between 1:30 and 2 PM so the cats can rest.

Shinjuku, Tokyo · 1.1 mi / 1.7 km

Bakeneko ⁠‌‌​​‌​‌​‌​‌​​‌​​‌‌‌‌​​​​​‌​‌​​​‌‌​‌​‌​‌‌⁠Cafe is a rescue cat cafe located along Suwa-dori in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Built around the concept of transforming abandoned and rescued cats into cherished companions, this cozy, casual space offers guests a chance to unwind in the company of a friendly feline family. Resident cats include signature boys Kohada the Scottish Fold and Nameko the fluffy Siberian, along with rescue cats such as Omochi, Osatsu, Dango, and Sayori. Visitors can enjoy free-flowing soft drinks included with admission, with options like Coca-Cola, ramune, Mitsuya Cider, Bireley's orange, Perrier, and non-alcoholic beer. Special cat treat sets are available for those who want to interact with the cats at snack time. Wi-Fi and power outlets make the lounge comfortable for a relaxed visit. The cafe also supports ongoing rescue work through donations and original merchandise sales.

Shinjuku, Tokyo · 1.3 mi / 2.2 km

Neko ⁠‌‌​​‌​‌​​​‌​‌‌‌​‌​​​​‌​​​‌​‌​​‌‌‌‌‌‌‌​‌‌⁠Café Nyankoto is a cozy and inviting feline retreat located at 2-14-6 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0075, Japan, just a three-minute walk from Takadanobaba Station (Waseda Exit on the Yamanote Line), offering a serene escape in the heart of Tokyo's bustling Shinjuku district. Known for its warm, home-like atmosphere, this intimate café welcomes guests to spend quality time with approximately 13 resident cats, including pedigreed breeds like Exotic Shorthairs, Munchkins, Selkirks, Kinkalows, Lambkins, Ragamuffins, Himalayans, and American Curls. The cats are exceptionally social, often jumping onto laps or engaging with toys like pens and mirrored tables. Entrance fees are 1,000 yen for 30 minutes or 1,400 yen for an hour, each including one complimentary drink from an all-you-can-drink vending machine offering hot and cold coffees, teas, soft drinks, and lemonade. Guests must wear socks (available for 100 yen if needed), wash hands, and follow hygiene protocols, ensuring a clean, odor-free space with comfy floor seating, fuzzy blankets, and large windows for natural light. The café offers English-friendly service and welcoming staff, and does not allow feeding the cats directly.

• Booking recommended