Toshima City, Tokyo, Japan
Kawaii Ikimono-tachi Private Cat Cafe
Kawaii Ikimono-tachi Private Cat Cafe is a private-hire cat room on the third floor of the Kawaii Ikimono-tachi pet shop in Minami-Ikebukuro, within walking distance of Ikebukuro Station. Each booking reserves the room for a single group of up to five adults. The resident cats, about six in total, include Siberians, Maine Coons, Scottish Folds and Ragdolls. Time is charged in 30-minute slots at a slightly higher rate on weekends and holidays, booking two consecutive slots adds extra free time, and a drink bar is included. Children under two enter free, and visitors of junior high school age or younger must come with a guardian. Bookings are taken by LINE or phone. The cafe follows the shop's hours, opening in the afternoon on weekdays and from noon on weekends and holidays, and is closed on Tuesdays.
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