Dual-purpose café-and-dining establishment, Neko Cafe Jasmine Rice (Miyazaki) separates formal cat room from main restaurant space—hybrid model balancing cuisine quality with feline interaction. 10 resident cats in dedicated room (accessible to all ages; under school-age requires guardian). Multicultural menu: Asian/ethnic/Italian courses, daily-changing lunch specials, craft desserts (muffins, scones, pancakes). Evening dining-bar operation with alcohol/reserved seating; daytime casual café atmosphere. Reservation-required after 19:00. Single-house location with terrace seating (23 total), 8 on-site parking spots.
Cats highly socialized, lap-sitting without incentive (though treats available). Reviewers emphasized culinary quality alongside cat experience—"food genuinely delicious," "daily lunch variety," "cozy healing space." No time-based restrictions noted; one reviewer spent extended hours combining meals with cat interaction. Cat room separate from dining allows food-safety conscious guests comfortable seating. Staff-curated treat dispensing (not self-service) adds personal touch. Visitors noted "hidden gem," "quiet peaceful atmosphere," family-friendly environment. Pricing accessible for dual food-cat experience.
Pricing: Lunch ¥1,000–¥1,999 (daily changing specials: samgyeopsal, seafood curry, one-plate varieties), dinner ¥3,000–¥3,999, courses with all-you-can-drink available. Desserts: pancakes, muffins, scones, cheese toast. Hours: Thu–Sun 11:30–19:00 (19:00+ requires advance reservation day prior). Phone: 0985-23-2051. Location: Miyazaki (1-9-45 Suehiro, 1.5km Miyazaki Station). Payment: credit cards (Visa/Master/JCB/Amex/Diners). No age restrictions cat-room entry; no underage guardianship required (guardian recommended). 20-person group rental capacity. Perfect for food-and-feline seekers, evening banquets, and family visitors.