Cat's Inn Tokyo

Operating in Tokyo's Itabashi Ward (Azusawa area) as an established NPO-operated rescue cat cafe, Cat's Inn Tokyo emphasizes membership-based community support for ongoing rescue operations. The membership model (¥500 initial, renewed annually) positions visitor fees directly supporting cat welfare and facility operations. The facility prioritizes educational engagement through cat-care seminars and proper interaction training, recognizing that informed human behavior enhances both visitor satisfaction and cat wellbeing.

The rescue cat population (rotating residents undergoing adoption matching) demonstrates excellent care reflected in consistent reviewer praise for facility cleanliness and cat contentment. Reviewers highlighted "spacious clean environment," "helpful staff teaching proper cat handling," and "welcoming, friendly atmosphere." Multiple visitors noted the facility's educational value, with some describing foster cat experiences enabling adoption preparation. One regular emphasized "comfortable little space near Azusawa park" enabling relaxed bonding with rescue felines. Staff received consistent praise for warmth alongside professional rescue-focused approach.

Hours: Weekday 13:30–19:30 (last entry 19:00), Sunday 13:00–19:00 (last entry 18:00, excluding holidays); closed Mondays. Pricing: Weekday 1 hour ¥1,200 (1 drink), extension 15 min ¥300; Sat/Sun/Holiday 1 hour ¥1,500 (1 drink), extension 15 min ¥300; peak season (GW, Obon, year-end) higher rates. Membership: ¥500/year initial (¥500 renewal annually); ages 1+ same rate structure. WEB reservation (RESERVA) preferred for 2 days prior; same-day/next-day via phone. Socks required (purchasable on-site). Age restrictions: middle school+ can attend alone; elementary and below require guardian (1:1 or 1:2 ratio depending on age). Cat-care seminars available (reservation required). Merchandise sales (coffee beans, original items). Support via Amazon wish-list donations. Class 1 animal handler registration. Access: 5 min walk from Shoji Sakagami Station (Toei Mita Line, A3 exit); 20 min bus from Ikebukuro or Akabane stations. Address: 〒174-0051 Tokyo, Itabashi Ward, Azusawa, 3 Chome−4−17. Phone: 03-6312-8391. SNS: Instagram @cats_inn_tokyo, Facebook CAT'S INN TOKYO.