A very cute little cat Café in Nippori. All cats are from shelter and can be adopted. We went there around 18:30 h and only a few guests were in. Before we entered the café, they showed us how to desinfect our shoes and our cell phones. Inside we should wash our hands first. It's for the health of the cats and I appreciate it. You can book a 1-hour stay including a drink or 2 hours for a drink, a main dish and a dessert. We took the menu. The Miso pasta and the Lasagna are vegetarian, great! And both tasted very good. They have around 15 - 20 cats at the moment. Some single guests were also there. So, it's no problem to go alone. The cats are very cute and all different kinds of colours, hair and age, from very young (3 months) to older (10 years). If you wait a bit a cat might come to you and sleep in your lap. But you can also actively play with them. Some bring their own toys but there are also toys in the Café. Loved the atmosphere! All was quite relaxed and the cats seemed relaxed too. They can move out of the main room if they want some privacy and they also showed if they don't want to be touched, carried around etc. It was a very nice, relaxing evening! Exactly what we needed! Hope, all cats will find new loving homes. The leading Lady was very kind and we had a nice conversation about the cats and their history, our vacation and cat Cafés in Germany. Thanks for the wonderful time and all the best!

There is no place in Tokyo that brings me greater joy. Yadorigi Cafe has created such a wonderful community here. The food is always delicious and the environment delightful. Everyone is kind and lots of fun to spend time with. And the cats are the happiest, most relaxed cats I know. There is always a kitten climbing into my lap for a nap or someone ready to pounce and play. This is really a very special place.

This is a cat café that genuinely takes care of their cats and their customers. Run by a lovely Italian-Japanese couple with amicable staff, this café is spacious yet allows for each customer to have an intimate experience with the rescue cats. If you love cats and good food (their cheese risotto with truffle is to die for), you must definitely don’t miss this when you’re visiting Tokyo. Check out their website so you can reserve online. They share their schedule at the first day of each month so watch out for that!

I fell in love with this place. The owner is amazing person with passion and burning love to all of the cats. Cats are very well maintained and all of them seemed to be really happy. How they take care of these cats is something that has totally bought my heart. The coffee itself is amazing and desserts as well! I will be coming back for sure and I think that all of the animal lovers should support these kinda places and we all should be thankful that place like this exists and takes care of all of the cats that are even up for adoption by customers. Great work! Keep on slaying ❤️

I've been to a few cat/animal cafes in the past, but this was by far the best one! Here's why: 1. You can pick up and hold the cats! This was the only place I've been to that allowed that. When you come for the first time, they show you a video that explains how to handle them carefully, which is nice. 2. It's not time-based. Most other places operate on a "pay X per hour" model, but here you just pay to enter and spend however long you want!* They do ask that you buy one food and drink per person, but you should so that anyways, because... 3. The food is great! This is a cat cafe that really deserves the "cafe" title in its name. The food and drink are not just afterthoughts here. It's a cafe first, that just happens to have cats that you can play with. 4. The cats are rescued from the streets. They are not purchased for the sake of entertainment, and appear to be well-taken care of. Many have even found loving homes for themselves. 5. It's not too crowded. At most, they appear to accept 8 parties of people (so like 16 customers max), which means that there's at least one cat per person available (there were 24 cats when we went). They are all quite calm and friendly too, so they won't just run away. 6. The staff is really friendly! It's easy to mix up who is a staff member and who is a customer, because of how relaxed they are, and how much fun they're having. It's a nice breath of fresh air compared to the usual "formal" Japanese customer service that can be a bit stifling at times. Also, one of the co-owners is Italian and speaks English, so rest assured that you'll be able to communicate easily. *One comment I would make though is that the rules are a bit difficult to understand, especially since they appear to have changed throughout the pandemic. For example, I saw one place (the Q&A page) on the website that said that reservations are not being taken, but another place said that you can make reservations. Also, it was explained to us that there was no time limit, but there also appears to be 2-hour time slots that are available? So we were confused as to whether we needed to leave soon or not. Maybe we could stay as long as we wanted unless it started to become crowded outside? I'm not sure. I think they're doing their best to let customers relax freely without worrying about time, especially when it's not crowded, but at the same time, I do want to make sure that I'm not inconveniencing anyone. So maybe removing some of the old rules and clearly explaining the time limit could have made things a little better. But that's all! I wish I could keep this place a secret all to myself, but they really do deserve all the business they can get, especially as they try to recover from 2 years of pandemic restrictions. Please just remember to be courteous so that we can keep this pleasant experience for years to come!

This is my first cat cafe experience and I chose this one because it's further away from tourist central and it seemed they were very focused on caring for the cats and their adoption (versus being a tourist trap). I was not disappointed! 24 cats are currently available for adoption. The cafe is careful with disinfecting to ensure the cats' health. They have a short YouTube video teaching you how to handle the cats prior to coming to the cafe. The cafe also has a small, Italian menu to go along with your visit. I really enjoyed the miso cheese pasta! Reservations via their website but it's a bit challenging to use. There are 7 bookable tables in 2hr increments and you have to select the experience you want (3 course meal, drinks only etc). Select the table #, day and time and answer a bunch of questions and then find out if it's available. If it's not free, repeat until you find a free table.

The Cafe is super cosy and nice. The owner speaks perfect English and was extremely helpful, she arranged a quick booking for us and made sure everything was great. The food was excellent, as were the drinks (the green tea latte especially). The cats are obviously well taken care of, with lots of steps to ensure they stay healthy. We also had a chance to chat a bit with a French speaking local, and the place is beloved in the neighbourhood. Overall I highly recommend it.

I loved my time at this beautiful cafe in the Yanaka part of Tokyo, all the cats were super friendly and happy to play and spend time with people whereas in many more commercial cafes they’re stressed and want nothing to do with you. The team take a lot of precautions to care for the cats’ well-being and clearly love them a lot. Highly recommended!

We visited this cat cafe after visiting Yanaka Ginza (a popular retail street full of 1950s and traditional shops) and Yūyake Dandan near Nippori Station. Known as Cat City in some guidebooks for stray cats in the area, Yadorigi is a refuge for these stray cats rescued by the couple / owners (Massimo & Yumi) who run this cafe. The cafe has over 20+ cats of different personalities 🐱🐈🐈‍⬛😻😸(at the time of our visit) for customers to interact with and charges on an hourly basis at very reasonably rate including one drink (decent coffee I might add). All staff can converse in conversational English with one of the owners being Italian and his lovely Japanese wife. Both are cat lovers obviously. The cafe operates with strict health protocols before entering the cafe for the welfare of its felines and they are all up for adoption. If you are a cat person, you would know that all the cats are relaxed and content from their postures and their welfares have been well looked after. So if you miss your interaction with the strays at Yūyake Dandan, Yadorigi offers a different type of vacation activities to interact with the furry Yanaka locals in a cafe environment after shopping, gelato and chestnut dessert in the area. Highly Recommended. ❤️💜🥰🤩

This is a great restaurant. Have been several times with excellent lunches + coffee and surrounded by the numerous playful cats. Clearly very diligently and well run and certainly well worth a visit for the food and atmosphere. Due to Coronavirus, reservations are required and default slots are 2 hours which fly by with the cats and meal sets.

Amazing cat cafe. There are lots of different cats and most of them were very lively and interested. The cafe can get quite busy so I would reccomend making a reservation. You can choose to book for 1 or 2 hours. A basic drink is included in the price. You can also order food, they serve itallian dishes. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Before entry they will ask you to do a hygiene routine for the health of the cats, and upon entry your backpacks will be stored. You can also purchase treats to feed the cats. I got to choose between feeding them a liquid tube snack, or a piece of fish. My choice was for the fish. Before handing me the treat the staff called all the cats and explained the best way to feed them as some of the cats can get a little greedy and bite your hands, though the cats won't bite hard or deep. The cafe is very clean and the cats all looked very healthy. The drinks were very good.

Amazing and cosy place with great Italian food! Owner and staff are very friendly and welcoming! You can tell they really put alot of love in caring for the cats and managing the cafe well. Already went twice during my trip to Tokyo and planning to visit more whenever I'm around next time! =). 楽しい!!

Amazing cat café for all cat lovers! The owners are super nice and care a lot about each cat, and work hard to help rehome all of the cats that live in the café. The food was also amazing, and there were so many cuddly, cute cats!

We had a fabulous couple of hours at this cat cafe. My 2 daughters, aged 2 and 6, loved playing with these incredibly playful and friendly cats as they are missing ours back home. Had a good chat to the owner and it was great to hear all about the business and how they rescue cats before they end up on the streets. The Italian food was yummy also! We look forward to going back soon for a coffee and more play with the cats.

From-scratch, homemade food directly from an Italian grandmother's recipe book together with unique and delicious inventions are served in a calm and comfortable and immaculately clean setting while surrounded by beautiful and friendly rescue cats. I've been to cat cafes around the world and this one, run perfectly by a delightful husband and wife team, and located just behind famous Yakana Ginza is the finest. Affordable prices, stellar service, and adorable cats – what more could we ask for!

Absolutely wonderful. The staff were so kind, especially given that we speak no Japanese! Super friendly staff, delicious food and CUTE CATS! Thank you to the wonderful hosts at Yadorigi for making our day a special one.

A great model of what an animal Café should be; While prioritizing the well being of their animals, they also serve their customers with care and high quality food. For the price of 2400 yen (at the time of writing) , enjoy a main dish, a beverage, a dessert and 2 hours of cats

Very very friendly and playful cats, with yummy food and desserts for the humans too! Loved the atmosphere in the cafe, and the cats are clearly comfortable and so so affectionate. Happy to know that all the cats are rescues and they're all up for adoption! Such a happy find in Nippori, thank you for the amazing hospitality too!

One of the best experiences in Tokyo! Owners are extremely kind and welcoming. All of their cats are rescued - goes to show how much the owners truly care for cats! Food and coffee were also fantastic. Can’t wait to go back!

Best cat cafe by far. The place is clean. Good drinks. Friendly atmosphere. Now, for the cats. Plenty of cats. All well taken care of. Interesting concept. They take in strays and cats whose owner can't take care of. And give them a loving home. However, if a client does bond and would like to give the cat a forever home, it can be done(probably vetted by the cafe first). The owners (Massimo and wife) are enthusiastic about the cafe and clearly loved the cats. My family had a great time here. They were very friendly and also accommodating. You can play with the cats, feed them (store only food) and even have them sleep on Yr laps. Heaven for my kids.

This is a magical Italian restaurant: not only is all the food so delicious, but there are a lot of cute and friendly cats! They are all rescued cats, very well cared for and truly loved. The staff are all friendly and warm, and the owner and her Italian husband speak English, so anyone, including foreigners, can feel at ease.

Went here with friends. We're lucky to get inside without a reservation because the place seems to be usually packed. The price for getting to eat Italian food, dessert and drinks while playing with the cats was worth it. It's clear that the cats were properly taken care of. It was a nice and relaxing place to stay. The owners were really friendly too. Will definitely come back!

Absolutely amazing cat cafe with great Italian food. You can tell the owners genuinely love and care for the cats and are passionate about what they do. I especially appreciate how this is a cafe for rescue cats and that they cater for the individual needs of all their cats. Great atmosphere too and the cats are all very friendly and like to interact with you. I’d highly recommend!

Absolutely the best cat cafe we could have picked in Tokyo. A really personal without the trappings of the more commercial businesses all over the city. The owners are enthusiastic about what they do and have nothing but love for these animals. The desserts and drinks have the same amount of care put into them as well. Their commitment to house-made Italian cafe coffee, espresso, and tea drinks really shows in the quality. For dessert, I had the balsamic ice cream and my wife had the tiramisu. Both were beautifully presented and tasted fantastic. Overall it's the spot I'll recommend to anyone in the city that loves cats, doesn't want the cafe part to be an afterthought, and want to support people that put so much effort into making sure the cats and customers have the best possible experience.

Very cute cat cafe! It’s kid friendly and English speaking. I’ve been here three times and it’s always clean and pristine. The cats are friendly and adorable. Would definitely recommend as a laid back place to unwind and spend time with cats. They serve wine and mixed drinks, desserts and breakfast/lunch/dinner. I think you have to order at least a drink and one food item to have seating. My favorite times are weekdays when it’s not too busy and there’s seating available. (I’ve seen when there is a line outside.)

This was the best unintentional dine we’ve experienced, a highlight of our trip. My mom and I were looking online for Italian food to eat for dinner. We saw that this restaurant had many good reviews so we decided to walk there. When we arrived, we were happily surprised to see that it was full of cats! The owners were very Covid safe and their well-thought rules for the cats made us confident the cats were treated well. The wife of the cafe welcomed us in and the husband served us with a charismatic attitude. The cats seemed quite happy and the food was incredible. I wasn’t too sure what I was getting but I was still very delighted with the meal (The husband was kind to offer to explain the meal but I enjoyed the surprise). My mom and I loved the environment of the restaurant and really felt like part of the family. We hope to come back again! 👍👍>^•.•^<

Our favorite cat cafe in Tokyo. The cats are very friendly, like to play and even come to sleep on your lap sometimes. The food menu is italian and is excellent in our opinion. Especially the deserts menu offers a great and refined choice, something you wouldn't usually expect in cat cafes. The owners are very friendly and promote ethical treatment of cats. Usually, on busy days, it is necessary to wait outside the cafe until it is less crowded. But due to Coronavirus-situation right now, there is a reservation system in place and waiting times haven't been too long for us.

This is a very special cat cafe - they take stray / rescue cats and put the cats care first. The interior of the cafe is mainly of natural wood, has large windows and lots of natural light and is generally beautifully designed. Visited for lunch - the menu offered a great variety and the food was delicious. At the time of writing, you need to reserve in advance and ensure that you have had the COCOA App Downloaded for at least 14 days and be able to show that on the day you have had "no close contacts with COVID-19 positive users" via the App on the day you visit. You can book online for a slot of 2 hours together with a meal / coffee etc. It is on a narrow and quiet side street just a few minutes walk from the lively traditional shopping/tourist area of Yanaka Ginza.

Very nice cafe/restaurant run by friendly family. The food and drinks are very nice there and the cats give it extremely positive atmosphere. I loved every second I spent there. Highly recommended if you like cats and Italian food.

i went with my girlfriend and we both agree this was the best cafe we’ve been too. not just cat cafe, but all of the cafes we’ve been too. food and coffee were delicious, cats were beautiful, and staff were very friendly. this cafe has no time limit, can stay as long as you want and enjoy relaxing without thinking of the cost. best of all the cats are up for adoption.

Highly recommend for cat lover 🫶🏻😺 Remember to make an appointment in advance. The owner pays attention to every detail and also entertains foreigners. The cats are very warm and lovely😻 I will definitely visit again next time 😽

If I could reincarnate, I would want to be one of the cats in this shop. Lovely atmosphere, passionate owners and adorable cats. The desserts have a homemade feel to them and the drinks are exactly what they need to be. Talk with the owners, get to know the cats and forget what you have to do for the rest of the day as you enjoy cuddles and pats.

Absolutely beautiful little place! It's great that you don't have to pay for your time there, just get a drink and a food item per person, it works out a lot cheaper than other cat cafes! The food and drink was delicious! The cats are all beautiful, very friendly and patient! 100% will be frequenting here! The staff also spoke great English and there is English/Italian on the menu

Cozy place and yummy food. The owners are extremely friendly. The cats are adorable. We definitely will visit again. 🥰

A great Italian restaurant with cute, shameless cats everywhere. The food is delicious and not overpriced. The place is spacious and very clean, and the attention from the hosts is excellent. And the cats...! They're very social, they love playing, and some shamelessly sleep on customers' laps. I look forward to coming back to this restaurant a thousand times.

This cat café is the best one we’ve been to yet! Not only were there a lot of cute cats, but the food here was very affordable yet delicious. The owners were very friendly and welcoming, and they were very covid safe and had lots of precautions that ensured these cats were very well cared for and loved. The overall atmosphere in this café was very calming and pleasant, full of very relaxed and happy cats. This will be our new regular!

After three and a half weeks of being in Japan our 4 year old son was really missing our 3 cats back home and when we stumbled across this cafe while walking through the neighbourhood he was so excited to go in. There was a bit of a line the first time we came by (which should tell you how good it is). So we decided to come back about an hour before closing and I'm so glad we did. The food and the coffee were top teir, and the staff were incredibly inviting. The owner took time out of his busy night to speak to us which I really appreciated, we come from a tiny town in Australia and we love a good chat with our business owners. It always makes the experience a little more enjoyable. The cats were so beautiful and they really helped to heal a little boys homesickness. I think this place is so wholesome and the owner has done a wonderful job to give all of these beautiful cats a safe home ☺️

Was an amazing experience all around! We booked a 1hr session with food and drink, and wish we could have stayed longer. They staff were lovely and very accommodating, ensuring both us and the cats are well looked after, including a short video to help explain. The couple that are running the place are very lovely and helped us book a time. They explained that the food is based on his grandmothers recipes from home (which was delicious). This place helps cats from the street or poor homes, and helps them into places to adopt, which is very kind, and to see the photos of the cats in their care alongside the cats that have found a home was heartwarming. Finally they also help local artists through their gift shop which is awesome. Ultimately was such a lovely visit and can't wait to come back here!

Yadorigi is an amazing cat cafe for many reasons. If you’d like a nice break from the nearby temples/Yaneko bustle, this place is a perfect way to spend it with a light drink/meal while watching the cats play or chilling out with your new buddy. Here’s my favourite parts: - 🐈 The cats actually enjoy people! You’ll find them walking around checking you out, and if you’re lucky, be chosen as their designated sleeping buddy and actually sleep beside you/on your lap! - ✨ The place is super clean and actually prioritizes the cat’s safety and comfort. There’s a quick and thorough shoe cleaning process, as well as a video to show you the rules/tips for hanging out with the cats. - 🤝 The owner/staff work hard to actually get these cats adopted! There is a photo wall of recently adopted cats right by the entrance, it is so sweet and really makes this place outshine other cat cafes.

Absolutely amazing place to visit. Their cats are various types of rescues and they clearly love them. The food is also incredible! We got the miso pasta and ragu pasta. If you love cats and want to visit a welcoming location that is also English friendly, you won't be disappointed.