Iizuka, Fukuoka, Japan
catsalon Nekochigura Hotel & Cafe
catsalon Nekochigura Hotel & Cafe is a cat-only grooming salon, boarding hotel and small cat cafe in the Naka district of Iizuka. The salon is recommended by the Japan Cat Groomer Association, and its owner holds the association's A-class licence, the first in Kyushu. The cafe has its own resident cats, introduced as the cafe's cast, and visits are booked in fixed 90-minute slots starting at 10:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00. A flat per-person charge includes free drinks, and treats for the cats can be bought separately. Reservations are made through the shop's LINE account, stating the date, slot and group size. Visitors under 18 must come with a guardian. The cafe opens on Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and grooming and boarding are available by appointment.
Before you go
- Booking
- Booking required
- Entry
- Entry or time fee
- Children
- All ages welcome
- 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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