Operated by NPO法人にゃいるどはーと (Nyaild Heart), "For the Cats" functions as a cat-focused protection shelter-cafe where visits directly support rescue operations—profit margins explicitly calculated toward animal medical and living costs. The compact single-room facility in Toshima emphasizes feline welfare above commercial comfort, with rescue priority influencing all operational decisions. Operating weekdays 1-8 PM, weekends/holidays noon-7 PM (closed Wednesdays, Thursdays), the venue welcomes adoption seekers and general supporters equally. Staff belong to a larger NPO network operating multiple shelters and animal clinics, providing integrated veterinary support.
All resident cats are rescued animals awaiting permanent homes, with populations fluctuating as animals transition to adoptive families. Cats maintain excellent coat condition and visible good health despite rescue backgrounds, reflecting meticulous daily care. Notably, the shared space contains cat litter areas yet maintains minimal odor—reviewers expressed amazement at sanitation standards. Cats display remarkable socialization and human-affection, with many voluntarily claiming visitor laps without prompting. One reviewer was "chosen" by black cat Kou and spent the entire session with a single cat on her lap. Staff provide gentle education about individual cat personalities and needs. Maximum space constraints limit simultaneous visitors; hand sanitization mandatory on entry, footwear sanitization required before cat contact.
Pricing: ¥1,100 per 30 minutes; 30-minute extensions ¥550. Treats available at ¥100 for two kibble packets. No cafe food service. Located at 171-0052, Toshima, Minami-nagasaki 5-33-2, La Maison Nagasaki XI T.M.N. 1F (one minute from Higashi-Nagasaki Station south exit, Seibu Ikebukuro Line). Phone: 03-3951-2922. Socks required (purchasable). Amazon wish lists and goods donations support operations. Transparent understanding: this is an adoption shelter with cafe access, not a traditional cat cafe, with all revenue supporting rescue mission.
保護猫
¥1,650
