Utsunomiya, Tochigi, Japan
Therapy Cafe PoPo Utsunomiya
Therapy Cafe PoPo is a cat cafe in a detached house in Kitawakamatsuhara, in the south of Utsunomiya, that keeps only Siberian cats, a long-haired breed often described as less likely to trigger cat allergies. The owner breeds Siberians as Cattery PoPo, and the cafe began as a place to share cats she could not part with; kittens from the cattery are offered to new families, and some adult cats can also be adopted. All five rooms are private, so a family, couple or single visitor can have a room and its cats to themselves, and on longer visits staff move guests to another room roughly every 30 minutes. Cat-themed sweets and alcoholic drinks are served, children aged three and under enter free and elementary school children pay half. Reservations by phone or LINE get priority. The cafe is closed on Thursdays.
Before you go
- Booking
- Booking recommended
- Children
- All ages welcome
- 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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