Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
Rescue Cat Cafe Nyanya no Mori
Nyanya no Mori is a rescue cat cafe in the basement of the Ravir Okamoto building in Okamoto, Higashinada Ward, about 10 minutes on foot from Hankyu Okamoto Station and JR Settsu-Motoyama Station. It works as a rehoming cafe: alongside a few resident staff cats, it houses rescued strays and cats whose owners could no longer keep them, and these cats are available for adoption through the cafe. The space has plants, catwalks and climbing areas, and a separate kitten room. Visits are charged in 30, 60 or 90-minute blocks or as a free-time stay, and holding the cats is not allowed. Reservations by phone or the official LINE account get priority, though walk-ins are accepted, and socks are required. Parking is available behind the building. The cafe is usually closed on Mondays and Fridays, opening on public holidays, and it also offers rehoming consultations.
Before you go
- Booking
- Booking recommended
- Entry
- Entry or time fee
- Food & drink
- Drinks and snacks
- 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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