Oyama, Tochigi, Japan
Neko Cafe Nekobiyori
Neko Cafe Nekobiyori is a cat cafe in a residential part of Inuzuka, Oyama, run by a Munchkin breeder. More than 30 cats live here, many of them born at the cafe and raised around people, and there are almost always kittens; Munchkin kittens bred on site are sold, and viewings can be arranged separately. The cafe is set up like a home, with carpet and wooden floors where visitors are encouraged to lie down, play at the cats' eye level or nap alongside them. Visits are charged by the hour and cat treats can be bought. There is no reservation system: guests are seated in order of arrival, and numbered tickets are handed out when it is busy. The cafe opens on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays only, closing on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Before you go
- Booking
- Walk-ins welcome
- Entry
- Entry or time fee
- Children
- All ages welcome
- Food & drink
- Drinks and snacks
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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- Booking recommended