Cat Cafes in Nagano

Matsumoto, Nagano

Cat Cafe MOCHA Aeon Mall Matsumoto is a welcoming feline retreat tucked inside Aeon Mall Matsumoto in Nagano, just a short walk from JR Matsumoto Station. The space is designed to feel as cozy as a café and as relaxing as a living room, offering a calm setting where guests can unwind alongside the resident cats. Visitors can play with the cats, chat quietly with friends, browse manga and magazines, or use the space to work and study between errands. The lounge is home to a lively group of pedigreed cats, including Ragdolls, a Russian Blue, British Shorthair, Persians, a Minuet, Burmese, Scottish Folds, a Chartreux, Siberians, Ragamuffins, a Norwegian Forest Cat, American Shorthairs, American Curls, an Exotic Shorthair, and a Lambkin. Cat treats are available so guests can share a special moment with their favorite feline. All ages are welcome, and no reservation is required.

Hakuba, Nagano

Cat Cafe Minamiya, also known as 別邸ねこ処みなみ家, is a welcoming rescue cat cafe located in Hakuba Village, Nagano. Part of the Minamiya Hakuba complex, which also includes a traditional ryokan inn and an animal hospital, the cafe offers a peaceful space where guests can relax and spend time with friendly, well-socialized cats. Every cat in the lounge is a rescue, brought in through partnerships with Nagano prefecture shelters and local volunteer networks. The team focuses on care, training, and finding loving forever homes, and adoption is part of the mission here. Alongside cat time, visitors staying at the ryokan can enjoy natural hot springs, private baths, complimentary coffee service, and kaiseki cuisine. Whether you are a traveler exploring the Japanese Alps or a devoted cat lover, Minamiya offers a truly heartwarming stop in Hakuba.

Nagano

Neko Cafe Naru is a relaxing cat cafe in Nagano City, Nagano, offering a botanical-inspired lounge where guests can unwind alongside a group of distinctive feline residents. The space is designed for free-time visits, giving cat lovers the freedom to play, take photos, or simply sit back and watch the cats interact with one another. A diverse roster of cat staff calls the cafe home, each with their own personality and quirks, creating a lively yet cozy atmosphere. The cafe is known for its coffee and tea offerings, providing a comfortable spot to enjoy a drink while spending time with the cats. Socks covering the top of the foot are required for entry, and are available for purchase on-site if needed. Casual, quiet, and welcoming to families, Neko Cafe Naru is a peaceful retreat for anyone seeking a bit of feline companionship in Nagano.

Matsumoto, Nagano

Neko Cafe Mofumofu is a welcoming cat cafe located in Matsumoto, Nagano, operated by the general incorporated association Mofumofudou. Opened in July 2015, the cafe grew out of a rescue mission originally aimed at ending euthanasia at the Matsumoto Health Center. Today it continues to shelter cats rescued from multi-cat households and homes where owners can no longer provide care, giving them a safe place to wait for adoption. Guests are welcomed into a calm interaction room where they can spend unhurried time with the resident cats, all of whom are available for adoption to approved homes. The organization also runs a shelter, holds regular adoption events at partner Watahan store locations, and sells charity calendars and goods to support ongoing rescue work. Every visit helps support the cats in their care.

Nagano

ねこカフェmimi in Nagano, Nagano Prefecture, welcomes guests into a home-like space shared with eleven resident cats. Visits are charged in one-hour or two-hour sessions, with a one-drink requirement. The cafe accepts walk-ins rather than reservations, so visitors can meet the cats as part of an informal afternoon out. Children under three cannot enter, and everyone needs to wear socks. Four parking spaces are available for guests arriving by car. Payment is accepted in cash or through PayPay. The cafe publishes a monthly calendar for schedule changes. Its setting centres on spending unhurried time in the cats' home and getting to know their individual personalities.

Azumino, Nagano

猫カフェ Baron in Azumino, Nagano Prefecture, offers a cat room where visitors can play with cats and spend time in their company. The business also provides information about cat transfers and a separate cat hotel service. Regular cat-room visits do not require reservations, although the room has a capacity of ten guests and visitors may need to wait when it is full. Private morning sessions require advance booking. Admission prices and menu information are published on the website. The cats' health can affect the schedule, with earlier closing or temporary rest days when needed. Guests can check the cafe's current arrangements before visiting its Hotakakashiwabara location.