Matsubara, Osaka, Japan
Neko no Ito
Neko no Ito is a cat specialist shop in Taijo, Matsubara, about 6 minutes on foot from Takaminosato Station on the Kintetsu Minami-Osaka Line, and has no parking. It is run by a small-scale breeder of large and short-legged breeds, chiefly Ragdolls, Maine Coons, Munchkins and Minuets, and kittens raised at the cattery are sold. Alongside the breeding business the shop runs a cat cafe where visitors can spend time with the cats, charged per hour with one drink included and hourly extensions. Cat grooming and a cat-only pet hotel are offered in the same premises. The shop is open every day, with the cafe operating from late morning to late afternoon. Bookings and enquiries are handled through the shop's LINE account or by phone.
Before you go
- Booking
- Booking required
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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