Kameoka, Kyoto, Japan
Cat Cafe Le Ciel
Cat Cafe Le Ciel is a crepe shop and cat cafe in Oiwakecho, Kameoka, about five to seven minutes on foot from JR Kameoka Station. It opened in January 2026 in a two-storey building: the ground floor serves crepes, coffee and other drinks, and the cat room is upstairs. The resident cats are young cats and kittens of several breeds and coat colours, introduced as cat staff on the cafe's social media. Visits to the cat floor are charged per 30 minutes with a drink included, and cat treats can be bought separately. Guests change into slippers before entering the cat room, and children must be at least six years old. Crepes can be ordered without visiting the cats. Opening hours and days off are announced on the cafe's Instagram account.
Before you go
- Entry
- Entry or time fee
- Children
- Minimum age for children
- Food & drink
- Drinks and snacks
Based on the cafe's website and visitor reviews, checked October 2026. Policies change, so confirm with the cafe before you visit.
Reviews
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