Koneko Cafe Sanctuary

Kakamigahara, Gifu · 0.5 mi / 0.8 km

Cafe Neko Chigura is a whimsical feline haven that will transport you to a world of cat-titude and curiosity. Upon entering, you'll be surrounded by a mesmerizing atmosphere of cat-themed decor, from giant cat statues to whimsical cat-shaped lamps, creating a playful and enchanting ambiance that will delight cat lovers of all ages. The cafe's unique feature is its "Cat Forest" area, where you can interact with over 20 adoptable cats roaming freely, allowing you to observe and play with these adorable felines up close. Meanwhile, the cafe's menu offers a variety of specialty drinks and delicious treats to satisfy your cravings while you indulge in the company of these charming creatures.

Kani, Gifu · 4.6 mi / 7.4 km

Neko House Kuu is a volunteer-run cafe in the Wakabadai residential area of Kani where visitors can spend time with rescued cats. The cats were mostly once strays and are now very friendly with people. The cafe and the cat room are separate, and the cats can also be watched through glass from the cafe, which suits visitors with allergies. The cafe charge includes a drink with baumkuchen and sweets, and visitors who want to go into the cat room read the room rules first. Food and drink are not allowed in the cat room, socks are required, and young children must be accompanied by a parent. Donations towards food and vet bills are welcome, and the cafe can advise on finding homes for cats. Since April 2026 it opens on Mondays, Thursdays, weekends and public holidays, with a few days off each month listed on its calendar.

• Adoptable cats

Gifu · 7 mi / 12 km

猫カフェラウンジKitto is a welcoming cat cafe located in Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. The cafe pairs a relaxed lounge atmosphere with a heartfelt mission: every cat in residence is a rescue waiting for a forever home. Guests are invited to spend time interacting with the resident cats, and adoption inquiries are warmly encouraged for those who feel a special connection. Visits are offered in flexible time blocks, making it easy to drop in for a short stay or settle in for a longer visit. Featured feline residents span a variety of breeds, including Scottish Straights, Ragamuffins, and Norwegian Forest Cats, each profiled with their own story. Socks are required during your visit for the comfort and safety of the cats. Whether you are a local cat lover or a traveler exploring Gifu, Kitto offers a purr-fectly gentle place to connect with cats in need of loving families.

• Adoptable cats

Kani, Gifu · 7 mi / 12 km

moffmoff is a small rescue cat cafe in Shimogiri, Kani, one minute on foot from Shimogiri Station on the JR Taita Line. Apart from a few resident cats, the cats are looking for new homes, so the line-up changes as adoptions go through. No reservation is needed. Visitors read the house rules before entering, socks are required, and children are welcome from elementary school age with a guardian. Visits are charged by time, and after one hour before closing only the 30-minute course is available. The cafe makes a point of its drinks, which are not served in paper cups, and it sells cat goods and crafts by local makers and hosts workshops. The last entry is at 7:30 PM and it is closed on Thursdays. The owners also offer pet sitting in the surrounding area. Parking is in front of the shop and in a second lot nearby.

• Adoptable cats
• Walk-ins welcome

Gifu · 7 mi / 12 km

Ninja Neko Cafe Nekokage is a rescue cat cafe in Iwachi, in the east of Gifu City, a short walk from JR Nagamori Station. Opened in early 2023, it is designed like a ninja house, with an entrance in that style, a revolving hidden wall and catwalks covering a whole wall. All the cats are rescues, and adoption can be arranged for anyone interested. The cafe is run by Schanze, a welfare workplace that trains people with developmental and mental disabilities for employment. Visits are charged per 30 or 60 minutes with a drink included, with lower rates for students, children and visitors with disabilities, and weekday free-time plans. Preschool children can use the 30-minute plan only. Visitors are asked not to pick up the cats, and socks are required. There is free parking for about 15 cars, and it is closed on Tuesdays.

• Adoptable cats
• Walk-ins welcome

Ichinomiya, Aichi · 8 mi / 13 km

Neko Cafe Nekopanchi is a rescue cat cafe in Shimamura, in the north of Ichinomiya, opposite the Shimamura community hall and next to the Shimamura bus stop, with buses from JR and Meitetsu Ichinomiya stations. The group behind it cares for around 80 rescued cats with the aim of ending shelter euthanasia, and every cat in the cafe is looking for a new home. Reservations are given priority, and booking is recommended on weekends and holidays. Weekday hours can change or the cafe may close at short notice because of rescue work and vet visits, so calling ahead is advised. Last entry is 30 minutes before closing, and visitors are asked to wear socks. The cafe is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays and has its own parking.

• Adoptable cats
• Booking recommended