neko+cafe Niconoshippo
Yasu, Shiga
Niconoshippo is a cafe in a renovated old farmhouse in Kitazakura, Yasu, at the foot of Mount Mikami, known locally as Omi Fuji, with rice fields in front and an easy car park. Former rescue cats live in the house as shop cats, and further rescued cats wait for adoption, with some areas set aside for the cats only. Visitors can stroke and play with the calm, friendly cats while they eat, and staff often join in with toys. There is no cat charge; instead each guest orders at least one item, and part of the takings goes to rescue work. The menu includes Omi Fuji beef curry made with rice from the field outside, quiche, cat-face toast, parfaits and seasonal sweets. On busy days guests may be asked to give up their table after about 90 minutes. The cafe opens Friday to Sunday and on public holidays.
- Adoptable cats
- Walk-ins welcome