Kakogawa, Hyogo, Japan
Marble CAFE
Marble CAFE is an adoption-focused rescue cat cafe in Noguchi-cho, Kakogawa, about 20 minutes on foot from the south exit of JR Kakogawa Station. It is run by a local real estate company. The cafe opened in Takasago in November 2017 and moved to Kakogawa in June 2022. Its cat room has held around two dozen rescued cats, all looking for new homes, and adoption events are held regularly. The cat room is separate from the cafe space and is charged per 30 minutes with a drink bar included. Visitors must be 10 or older, children need a guardian, and socks are required. Lunch is no longer served. Opening days have changed over time, so it is best to check the cafe's Instagram before visiting.
Before you go
- 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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