Cat Cafe JaLaLa

Neko JaLaLa is a historic cat cafe located in Tokyo, Japan, just a short distance from Akihabara Station, offering a unique experience as Japan's first cat cafe since its founding in 2004. This small, intimate venue, capping visitors at around 10 people, welcomes guests to spend quality time with approximately 15 to 19 resident cats, including exotic breeds like Abyssinians, Maine Coons, and American Curls, in a compact playroom filled with perches, shelves, and feline-friendly enclosures. The entrance fee is 550 yen (around $5 USD) for 30 minutes, plus an additional 350 yen ($3 USD) for a required drink like iced tea, coffee, or non-alcoholic beverages (served with lids to prevent cat hair). Friendly, English-speaking staff provide a booklet introducing each cat, many with playful email addresses. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity. While the space can feel cluttered and may have a subtle cat urine odor, a 350 yen tuna snack helps encourage interaction with the cats, making it a worthwhile stop for cat lovers exploring Akihabara.