Seoul, South Korea
Jipsaui Haru Hyehwa
Jipsaui Haru Hyehwa is a rescue cat cafe in the Daehangno area of Jongno, on the second floor of a building at the Sungkyunkwan University entrance intersection, across from Daiso and McDonald's and around ten minutes on foot from Hyehwa Station. Part of the Jipsaui Haru chain, it cares for abandoned and surrendered cats and pays for their care from admission fees instead of fundraising. Admission covers entry only, with bottled drinks and cat treats such as chicken jerky and lickable treats sold separately. Like other branches, it can connect visitors with cats looking for new homes. It is open daily, from noon on weekdays and 11 AM on weekends, until 10 PM, and it is a popular indoor stop for couples and families visiting Daehangno.
Before you go
- Entry
- Entry or time fee
- 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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