Cat Cafe Coorikuya Shimokitazawa

Setagaya, Tokyo · 0.1 mi / 0.2 km

Cat Cafe Cateriam, located at 2F Mont Blanc Building, 2-26-6 Kitazawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 155-0031, Japan, is a cozy and welcoming cat cafe just a five-minute walk from Shimokitazawa Station’s Central Ticket Gate. This charming spot offers a relaxed, home-like atmosphere where visitors can unwind with 13 resident cats, each with their own unique personality—ranging from playful mischief-makers to laid-back cuddlers. For a reasonable fee (starting at ¥300 for a 15-minute trial or ¥1,150 for an hour with a drink), guests can sip beverages, enjoy the company of feline friends, and even opt for unlimited time on a full-day pass. Known for its attentive staff, clean environment, and thoughtful care of the cats, Cateriam provides a delightful retreat in the eclectic Shimokitazawa neighborhood, perfect for cat lovers seeking a moment of calm amidst Tokyo’s bustle.

Setagaya, Tokyo · 0.2 mi / 0.4 km

Golden Cat is a rescue cat house in Daita, Setagaya, about five minutes on foot from the south-west and west exits of Shimokitazawa Station. It is run by a rehoming team led by the cat-loving artist Raichi Hojo, and more than 20 rescued cats live here, from lively kittens to adults of many colours, sizes and personalities. Visitors can play with the cats in a relaxed, salon-style room, and the house doubles as a place to meet cats that are looking for permanent homes, with the team arranging adoptions, fostering and advice on living with a cat. Visits are by reservation through the official LINE account, with a donation requested per hour that goes toward the cats' care, and on Saturday afternoons visitors can drop in without booking. New arrivals and adoption news are posted regularly on Instagram.

• Adoptable cats

Setagaya, Tokyo · 1.3 mi / 2.1 km

SANCHACO is a cat-centred complex in Taishido, Setagaya, about five minutes on foot from Sangenjaya Station. It combines rental homes for tenants who adopt rescue cats, a rental shop space, and the neco-makers workspace, where resident rescue cats wander among the desks and happily get in the way of work. The cats are fostered in the shared space in partnership with local rescue groups and cared for by neighbourhood volunteers while they wait for new families, and adoption events are held from time to time. The workspace runs on a monthly membership, and trial drop-in visits can be booked in advance. Visitors may stroke and photograph the cats and give them the treats provided, and the space has fast Wi-Fi, power outlets and a simple kitchen. It is open every day, though it may close for adoption events on weekends and holidays.

• Adoptable cats

Setagaya, Tokyo · 1.3 mi / 2.2 km

Cat Cafe Coorikuya plus Sangenjaya is a branch of the Coorikuya cat cafe chain in Sangenjaya, Setagaya, about four minutes on foot from Sangenjaya Station. It occupies the floor above the Coo&RIKU Sangenjaya pet shop, which is run by the same group, and its large windows let in plenty of daylight. Around 20 cats live here, many of them short-legged breeds such as Munchkins and Minuets, and like other Coorikuya cats they come to the cafe through the group's pet shop business. Visits are charged per 30 minutes, combining an entry fee with a self-service drink bar of hot and cold drinks, and there is a free-time option with extensions in 10-minute units. Manga are available to read. The cafe is open every day, opening an hour earlier on weekends and public holidays, with last entry 30 minutes before closing.

Shibuya, Tokyo · 1.3 mi / 2.2 km

Rescue Cat Cafe Catio is a small cat shelter cafe tucked into the Tomigaya neighborhood of Shibuya, Tokyo, just a short walk from Yoyogi-Hachiman Station and the greenery of Yoyogi Park. The space is intentionally calm and intimate, giving both the cats and their human guests room to relax and get acquainted at an easy pace. Catio's mission centers on finding new families for rescued cats, including those saved from multi-cat hoarding situations and abandonment. The resident cats are friendly adult cats, generally between one and eight years old, and all have been health-checked and lovingly cared for. Visitors who feel a connection with a particular cat are welcome to speak with staff about the adoption process, which includes an application and home screening. Reservations are requested in advance, and a drink and cat treats are included with your visit.

• Adoptable cats

Shibuya, Tokyo · 1.7 mi / 2.7 km

Cat Cafe Mocha Shibuya Center-gai, nestled in the vibrant heart of Tokyo's Shibuya district, is a stylish retreat for cat enthusiasts aged 6 and up (children under 12 require adult supervision). Located on the 8th floor of the Asortie Shibuya building, just a 5-minute walk from JR Shibuya Station's Hachiko Exit, it welcomes visitors with no reservations needed. For an admission fee starting at 30 minutes (extendable in 10-minute increments) and an optional 350 yen for unlimited vending machine drinks, guests can relax with a diverse crew of playful cats while enjoying a clean, cozy atmosphere. Highlights include scheduled feeding sessions where cats line up to eat with charming quirks on display, and the chance to purchase limited-edition cat snacks to share special moments with your feline friends, though rules like no flash photography ensure their comfort. It's an ideal spot to unwind amid Shibuya's hustle, blending feline fun with urban accessibility.

• Adoptable cats
• Walk-ins welcome