Cafe L'arc en chats
Shinto, Gunma
Cafe L'arc en chats is an adoption-focused rescue cat cafe in Nagaoka, in the village of Shinto at the foot of Mount Haruna, surrounded by fields and countryside views. Its name is a French coinage meaning cat's arch, reflecting its aim of being a bridge between rescued cats and new families. Cats taken in for various reasons live in the cafe while they wait for adoption, and visitors who simply want to spend time with them are also welcome. All visits are by reservation, made by phone with the arrival time and choice of food or drink, and every guest orders at least a drink. The cafe serves home-style lunches, including a Japanese set meal, along with cat-shaped cookies and drinks. It opens on selected days, usually from late morning to around 4 PM, listed in a monthly calendar on its website.
- Adoptable cats
- Booking required