Hsinchu City, Taiwan
若木書房咖啡廳
若木書房咖啡廳 is a late-night bookshop cafe in a lane off Beida Road in East District, Hsinchu City, and one of the city's best-loved spots for studying or working among cats. The Christian bookshop sells books alongside coffee, herbal teas and light meals such as pizza, lemon tart and ice-cream croissants. More than 20 rescued cats live here, each with its own personality, and they wander freely and settle beside visitors as they read or type. The owner, a dedicated cat lover, cares for around 40 rescued cats across two shops. The minimum spend is one drink per person, which covers about two and a half hours; ordering two items lets you stay until closing. Hot water refills are self-service, and cups are returned to the counter. The ground floor has a large table for study groups, with more seating upstairs.
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- Walk-ins welcome
The Secret 謐謐 x 貓嶼
Hsinchu City0.4 mi / 0.6 km
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招財咖啡
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諾姆精品茶飲
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- Adoptable cats
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- Booking required