Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
Cat Cafe Mocha Kobe Kita
Cat Cafe Mocha Kobe Kita is the MOCHA cat cafe chain's branch on the second floor of AEON Mall Kobe-kita in Kozudai, Kita Ward, in Kobe's northern suburbs; it is on the left at the top of the escalator by the entrance to restaurant area C. About 15 pedigree cats live here, and they are fed at 11 AM and 7 PM. No reservations are taken. Visits are charged per 10 minutes, ¥220 on weekdays and ¥275 at weekends and on holidays, with a daily cap of ¥2,640 or ¥2,970, plus a separate ¥385 drink bar charge (tax included, October 2026). Children can enter from age 3; children below junior-high age must come with a guardian, up to three per adult. It is open daily from 10 AM to 9 PM (last entry 8:30 PM). Treats can be bought to give the cats, outside drinks are allowed but outside food is not, and visitors are asked not to chase or force contact with the cats or use flash.
Before you go
- Booking
- Walk-ins welcome
- Entry
- Entry or time fee
- Children
- Minimum age for children
- Adoption
- Cats available for adoption
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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