Established in 2023, Cat Cafe MOCHA AEON MALL Kofushowa brought professional cat cafe experience to Yamanashi Prefecture, marking MOCHA's expansion into the mountainous Chubu region. Located on the third floor of AEON MALL Kofushowa in Showa Town (approximately accessible from JR Kofu Station), the location combines shopping-mall convenience with dedicated wellness space. This Yamanashi flagship represents MOCHA's strategic growth into regional prefectures, introducing the chain's distinctive approach to feline care and visitor experience to a new geographic market while serving both local visitors and those traveling through Japan's central highlands.
The Kofushowa location hosts a diverse collection of over 20 cats representing numerous breeds including Scottish Fold, American Shorthair, Munchkin, Maine Coon, Persian, Ragamuffin, Siberian, Ragdoll, Exotic Longhair, Norwegian Forest Cat, and more. Notable residents like Kūtā (Scottish Fold, born 2020—representing elder residents) and newer arrivals like Shin and Gen (Norwegian Forest Cats, born 2024) exemplify the group's diversity and ongoing growth. Reviewers consistently emphasized the exceptional cleanliness, spacious atmosphere, and staff professionalism, describing it as "clean, spacious and has numerous beautiful cats" with "a great vibe" and "definitely a good place to chill with the cats." One detailed first-time visitor from Shizuoka praised the experience extensively: "可愛い猫ちゃんと店員さんに癒されました" (was healed by adorable cats and staff), noting particular affection for residents Marin and Will. Multiple reviewers highlighted genuine affection and careful individual care, with one noting: "大切にされてるのが伝わります!ほんとみんな性格のよい子達です" (their care is evident! They're all genuinely good-natured cats). The facility was described as having "excellent vibe" and being particularly well-maintained—one third-time visitor noted: "県内にここより良いカフェはないと思います" (I don't think there's a better cafe in the prefecture). Reviewers especially appreciated specific cats' personalities—one visitor expressed gap-moe affection for Uruichi, noting "もちもちボディーなのに顔がキリッとかっこよくてギャップ萌え" (his soft body contrasted with his sharp, cool face is charming gap-moe appeal).
Operating daily from 10:00 to 20:00 (last entry 19:30), the Kofushowa location charges ¥270 per 10 minutes on weekdays and ¥330 on weekends, with daily maximums of ¥3,600 (weekdays) or ¥3,900 (weekends). Notably, there are no age restrictions, and children ages 3 and under enjoy free entry. The facility includes complimentary beverages, gacha-dispensed treats for ¥100 (staff can exchange bills for coins), premium treats at ¥550, photo-holding experiences (paid option), manga reading materials, and comfortable seating. Two daily feeding times occur at 10:30 and 19:00. One particularly engaged visitor documented repeat visits, describing becoming attached to specific cats: "ななおちゃんとうるちくんに一目惚れして通い始めました♡とてもなついて近くに寄ってきてくれて嬉しかったです" (fell in love with Nanao and Uruichi at first sight and started visiting regularly—they're very affectionate and come close, which makes me happy). Multiple reviewers emphasized the generous day-pass value: "MAX料金をお支払いすれば何時間でも居れるのがとても良いです" (paying the maximum charge allows all-day visits—very good). The Yamanashi location serves as a particularly valuable destination for regional visitors seeking quality cat interaction. As with all MOCHA locations, flash photography is prohibited, and visitors should respect cats' boundaries.
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