About Rescue Cat Cafe Luana
The roughly 20-tatami (spacious) shared area hosts approximately 20 rescue cats representing diverse breeds and personalities—from Maine Coons like ハル to Norwegian Forest Cats like ムギ, alongside numerous mixed-breed cats with distinct traits. Reviewers highlighted the genuine affection staff display toward each animal, noting that visitors receive personalized introductions to cats' names, personalities, and even family dynamics among the residents. One adopter described particularly meaningful moments with cats like the rare male calico ジン and his siblings, noting that staff's openness to conversation made the experience more enriching. The environment feels relaxed and non-chaotic despite housing many cats, with peaceful seating areas, a glass-separated cafe space for those preferring to observe without direct contact, and designated stress-relief zones where cats can retreat if overwhelmed. Visitors consistently praised the cleanliness, comfortable atmosphere, and the staff's dedication to ensuring positive interactions. Multiple guests mentioned leaving intending to stay 90 minutes but remaining significantly longer due to the engaging environment and complimentary free drink bar service.
Luana is located at 岡山県岡山市北区田町1-2-10 ゴフェルビル2F (Gofel Building, 2nd Floor) in Okayama's Chita neighborhood. The cafe operates from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm daily with last entry at 7:30 pm; closure days are irregular and announced via SNS, so checking their social media is recommended. Pricing is ¥1,000 for 30 minutes and ¥1,500 (weekdays) or ¥2,000 (weekends) for 60 minutes; 120-minute sessions are ¥2,000 (weekdays) or ¥2,500 (weekends). Children ages 3-12 receive a ¥300 discount and students ages 13+ receive a ¥500 discount (both applied to 60+ minute visits only). Cat treats cost ¥300. The cafe is accessible via a 2-minute walk from the postal station (郵便局前) or a 13-minute walk from JR Okayama Station. No on-site parking is available, though nearby coin parking is accessible. Luana features free Wi-Fi, accepts PayPal payments, offers a "cafe plan" for those working or studying (¥500/hour in cafe space only), and hosts monthly cat yoga events that blend wellness with feline companionship. The adoption process includes multiple visits, home visits, trial periods, and a medical cost contribution of ¥30,000+ (adjustable based on individual circumstances).