Hako bu Neco Kofu Showa

Operating since 2010, Hako bu Neco Kofu Showa location (with sister location in Hachioji, Tokyo) represents 17-year veteran in rescue cat adoption café space. Managed by Noah Animal Hospital (ノア動物病院), ensuring all resident cats receive complete medical screening, viral testing, and spay/neuter before visitor interaction. Philosophy emphasizes healing space alongside adoption matching. Spacious, bright facility maintains high cleanliness standards. Staff provide detailed cat and beverage information. Regular social media features showcase individual cat personalities and adoption success stories. Named staff profiles (Lemon, Nagisa, Modama, Mochiko, Hie, Belle, Tabeko, Motoki, Zeno, Ilumi, Mashu, Ryouka, Kuppe, Kuroro, Cinnamon) reflect personal care approach.

Resident cats range from young kittens to seniors, displaying varied personalities captured in staff descriptions—from playful toy-lovers to lap cats to reserved personalities warming with treats. Reviewers consistently praised staff warmth and clarity despite language barriers. Cats described as "so cute," gentle, and person-oriented. One first-time visitor noted happy, sociable cats in spacious, bright, well-temperature-controlled space. Another appreciated 10-cat daytime population and peaceful adoption consultation availability. Comments on good-value pricing, genuine kindness, and adoption-ready infrastructure. Treats encourage cat engagement; no purchase required for interaction.

Pricing: Weekday 30min ¥1,100 adult/¥750 student/¥550 child (free drink); 2hr ¥1,650/¥1,150/¥850; all-day ¥3,300/¥2,300/¥1,650. Weekend 30min ¥1,400/¥1,000/¥700; 2hr ¥2,200/¥1,500/¥1,100. Extensions ¥550 per 30min. Treats: Chicken ¥110, Cream ¥120. Hours: 11:15–20:00 (last entry 19:30). Location: Showa, Yamanashi. Phone: 055-288-1803. Parking: 5 spaces on-site. Ideal for adoption-curious visitors and families seeking rescue-café experience with veterinary backing.