Marumori, Miyagi, Japan
Marumofu-do
Marumofu-do is an adoption-focused rescue cat cafe in an old farmhouse in the hills of Kosai, Marumori, a town in southern Miyagi known for its cat-god shrines and stones. It opened in November 2025 and is run by the Marumofu Nekogami Project, which also organizes spay clinics and community cat work. Around 20 to 30 rescued cats of all ages live in the house, and cats with certain illnesses live in a separate room. Every opening day doubles as an adoption event, and adopters go through screening. Visits are charged per hour or as free time with a drink, at higher rates on weekends and holidays, and payment is cash only. Socks are required and can be bought on site. There is no sign outside. Opening days change around holidays and are announced on the website and Instagram.
Before you go
- 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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