¥1,200
About Sanctuary
Opened July 2015 in Kakamigahara, Gifu, Sanctuary has rescued over 5,000 cats from shelters facing euthanasia. Located near Meitetsu Unuma-Shuku Station at 1 Chome-626 Unuma Nishimachi, this comprehensive rescue operation maintains about 100 cats total, with 30–50 on the main cafe floor. The facility operates at chronic financial deficit to accommodate not just shelter arrivals but also hoarding rescues, abandoned litters, and injured/ill animals. Roughly 20 cats find homes monthly, enabling continuous intake.
The population spans energetic kittens to calm adults, offering diverse adoption-matching opportunities. Reviewers praised "varied personalities across age groups" with staff providing "patient, detailed explanations of cat behavior and adoption fit." Families with children reported that staff "gently taught proper interaction techniques and body language in a safe environment." One regular visitor noted staff assistance with TNR consultation and long-term post-adoption support. Visitors highlighted the "calm, thoughtful atmosphere prioritizing cat comfort" and staff's "professional yet approachable approach to adoption discussions."
Hours: 13:00–17:00 weekdays; 11:00–18:00 weekends/holidays (last entry 30 min before close); closed Fridays. Admission pricing supports animal welfare (see main page for rates). Cash only. Free drinks. Parking available. The cafe recruits Type B employment support program participants. Cat food and supply donations welcomed; on-site donation boxes available. Registration: Gifu Prefecture Animal Control No. 500-010 (June 3, 2015), administrator Miho Hori. Contact: 080-3283-4175. Address: 1-626 Unuma Nishimachi, Kakamigahara, Gifu (〒509-0132).
The population spans energetic kittens to calm adults, offering diverse adoption-matching opportunities. Reviewers praised "varied personalities across age groups" with staff providing "patient, detailed explanations of cat behavior and adoption fit." Families with children reported that staff "gently taught proper interaction techniques and body language in a safe environment." One regular visitor noted staff assistance with TNR consultation and long-term post-adoption support. Visitors highlighted the "calm, thoughtful atmosphere prioritizing cat comfort" and staff's "professional yet approachable approach to adoption discussions."
Hours: 13:00–17:00 weekdays; 11:00–18:00 weekends/holidays (last entry 30 min before close); closed Fridays. Admission pricing supports animal welfare (see main page for rates). Cash only. Free drinks. Parking available. The cafe recruits Type B employment support program participants. Cat food and supply donations welcomed; on-site donation boxes available. Registration: Gifu Prefecture Animal Control No. 500-010 (June 3, 2015), administrator Miho Hori. Contact: 080-3283-4175. Address: 1-626 Unuma Nishimachi, Kakamigahara, Gifu (〒509-0132).
Rescue Cats
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