Nekono Ichigoyasan

Operating as a rescue cat café managed by strawberry farm owner, Nekono Ichigoyasan combines healing space with adoption focus in Utsunomiya. Located on 2nd floor with free member parking below. Instagram-active facility showcasing rescue cats available for adoption. Strawberry-themed aesthetic drives menu and café identity—owner shares farming expertise through beverage and dessert offerings. Admission funds support rescue operations. Facility expanded cat café services beginning late summer 2024, transitioning from pure café model. Socks required for entry. Non-reservation preferred but walk-in accommodated based on capacity.

Rescue cat population comprises 15-16 residents displaying healthy, well-groomed appearances and varied socialization levels. Reviewers consistently praised cats as "cute," "people-friendly," and displaying good overall health. One visitor noted cats weren't wildly affectionate but responsive to interactive play and petting. Calm, social atmosphere emphasized. Strawberry-themed beverages (strawberry milk, shaved ice, smoothie) received genuine praise for authentic fruit flavor rather than artificial sweetness. One first-timer noted facility cleanliness and owner attentiveness to cat information sharing. Visitors appreciated genuine adoption focus over profit-driven café model.

Pricing: 30 min ¥600; drinks ¥400–¥1,000 (strawberry specialties prominent). Hours: 11:00–20:00, closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Location: Utsunomiya, Tochigi (2nd floor, free parking below). Socks required. Reservation optional. Perfect for strawberry enthusiasts and adoption-serious cat lovers seeking rural Tochigi café experience.