Cat Cafes in Hokkaido

Sapporo, Hokkaido

Love Neko Cat Cafe holds the distinction of being Hokkaido’s first cat cafe, offering a quaint and cozy retreat in the bustling downtown area near Odori Station. This charming spot invites visitors into a serene environment where they can enjoy the company of friendly cats while sipping on drinks from an optional drink bar, with a simple pricing system starting at 700 yen for 30 minutes or 1,500 yen for an hour (as of March 1, 2025, following a recent adjustment due to rising costs). The cafe, run by a warm and dedicated proprietor, enforces standard Japanese cat cafe rules—no shoes, hand washing before entry, and no picking up the cats—ensuring a peaceful experience for both felines and guests. With its subtle signage and upstairs location, it’s a hidden gem perfect for cat lovers seeking a relaxing break in Sapporo’s central district.

Sapporo, Hokkaido

Mewkies Cat Cafe is a cozy retreat that opened its doors in late May 2013 as a beloved local spot for cat enthusiasts in Sapporo’s east district. This intimate cafe offers a home-like atmosphere where visitors can unwind with around twelve friendly, free-roaming cats, enjoying their company for a modest fee—480 yen for 30 minutes or an optional hot latte for an additional 300 yen. Run by a devoted owner who clearly adores his feline companions, Mewkies enforces simple rules like hand washing and no shoe entry to maintain a clean, welcoming space, perfect for a quick escape near the Sapporo Beer Garden or a short walk from Higashi-Kuyakusho-Mae Station. While not focused on adoptions, the cafe provides a warm, immaculate environment where cats and guests alike can relax, with the owner often encouraging interaction between the cats and visitors, especially children. Reservations aren’t explicitly required, but checking ahead is wise given its small size and local charm.

Sapporo, Hokkaido

Cat Cafe Fukuneko Sabo, located in Asabu, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan—just a minute’s walk from Exit 5 of Asabu Station on the Namboku subway line—is a quaint and welcoming spot for cat lovers seeking a cozy tea-time escape. This intimate cafe offers a home-like setting where visitors can enjoy the company of charming resident cats, including gentle Kuri, a mix-breed female born in September 2009 who reigns as the cafe’s star. Guests are invited to relax with a drink of their choice while adhering to simple rules like hand washing and no-shoe entry, ensuring a clean and pleasant experience for both humans and felines. With affordable pricing—700 yen for the first 30 minutes and 300 yen for each additional 15 minutes, plus optional drinks like coffee for 300 yen—Fukuneko Sabo provides a delightful, low-key retreat in Sapporo’s north district. Reservations aren’t explicitly required, but its small size suggests arriving early or checking availability for a purr-fect visit.

Sapporo, HOKKAIDO

Mataxtabi is a rescue cat shelter and cafe located in Sapporo's Chuo Ward, combining animal welfare with a meaningful social mission. This unique establishment operates as both a cat cafe and a shelter for rescued cats seeking forever homes, while also providing employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities as part of a welfare initiative. The cafe serves a thoughtful menu featuring house-made keema curry, fluffy omurice, pizza toast plates, avocado toast, and even vegan raw tacos for plant-based visitors. All cafe proceeds go toward supporting the staff members with disabilities, creating a sustainable model that benefits both rescued cats and the local community. Visitors can enjoy quality time with the resident cats while contributing to a project that has garnered support from hundreds of donors across Sapporo who believe in its dual mission of animal rescue and social welfare.