Did you know that Japan has the most animal cafes in the world? In Japan, you can find not only cafes with dogs and cats, but also cafes where you can interact with rare animals. In this article, we will introduce six cafes where you can meet rare animals that you wouldn’t normally have the chance to meet. These cafes are very popular, so be sure to make a reservation early!
- One Room : Shiba Inu
- Mipig Café : Micro Pigs
- ChikuChiku Café : Hedgehogs
- Kotori Café : Parrots
- Café Capyba : Capybas
- Samoyed Café moffu : Samoyeds
One Room : Ōta
Step into a cozy café where you can spend quality time with a Shiba Inu in a private, reservation-only room. This intimate space offers a perfect opportunity to bond with the dog as you take a stroll together or snuggle up with them on your lap. The experience brings you incredibly close to these delightful companions!
| Adress | 2-12-15 Chidori, Ōta, Tokyo, Avenue Honda 2A |
| Time | Tuesday & Thursday: 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM Saturday & Sunday: 11:30 AM – 1:20 PM |
| Access | ・6 minutes on foot from Musashi-Shinda Station (Tōkyū Tamagawa Line) ・9 minutes on foot from Chidori-chō Station (Tōkyū Ikegami Line) ・12 minutes on foot from Ikegami Station (Tōkyū Ikegami Line) |
| Price | ¥7,000 for 50 minutes (2 adults) ¥8,000 for 50 minutes (2 adults, 1 child) Other plans are available |
| Reservation | Reservation Site |
Mipig Café：Harajuku
Here, you can interact with adorable micro pigs, suitable for both kids and adults! These friendly pigs love to hop into your lap and enjoy the company. With locations not only in Harajuku but also in Ikebukuro and beyond Tokyo, this is a must-visit for animal lovers.
| Adress | 1-15-4 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo |
| Time | Daily: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Access | ・5 minutes on foot from JR Harajuku Station ・5 minutes on foot from Meiji-Jingumae Station |
| Price | Entrance fee: ¥1,100 ¥1,100 for 30 minutes Private room plan available (+¥550) |
| Reservation | Reservation Site |
ChikuChiku Café：Shibuya
Get close to hedgehogs living in dollhouses and capture cute moments with them. You can even feed them, purchasing food for ¥400. These hedgehogs will surely melt your heart as they curl up in your hands!
| Adress | 1-13-5 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Daikyo Shibuya Building 2F |
| Time | Daily: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Access | 2 minutes on foot from Shibuya Station |
| Price | ¥1,300 for 30 minutes ¥2,400 for 600 minutes |
| Reservation | Reservation Site |
Kotori Café：Ueno
Relax with a cup of tea or sweets while watching adorable parrots. You can even enjoy hands-on experiences, such as letting the birds sit on your shoulder or petting them. The shop also offers many kinds of bird-themed goods for sale.
| Adress | 1-8-6 Ueno Sakuragi, Taito, Tokyo |
| Time | Daily: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (for interactions) Closed: Irregularly |
| Access | ・8 minutes on foot from Nezu Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line) ・15 minutes on foot from Nippori Station (JR Line) ・15 minutes on foot from Keisei Ueno Station |
| Price | ¥550 for 5 minutes |
| Reservation | Reservation Site |
Café Capyba：Asakusa
Sip on your coffee or tea while enjoying the company of two capybaras in the café. These friendly creatures will approach you eagerly for treats, making for a wonderfully calming experience.
| Adress | 1-31-3 Higashimukojima, Sumida, Tokyo |
| Time | Weekdays: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Weekends & Holidays: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Access | 5 minutes on foot from Hikifune Station (Tōbu Skytree Line, Tōbu Kameido Line) |
| Price | First 30 minutes: ¥1,250 Additional 10 minutes: ¥330 |
| Reservation | Reservation Site |
Samoyed Café moffu：Harajuku
This café is home to 10 adorable Samoyeds who greet you with warm smiles and cuddles. You can take photos, pet them, and spend time with these fluffy companions. Don’t miss the chance to meet these wonderful dogs!
| Adress | 3-21-21 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo, Aristo Harajuku B1F |
| Time | Weekdays: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Weekends & Holidays: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Access | 7 minutes on foot from Harajuku Station (JR line) |
| Price | 1 hour & drink bar: Weekdays: ¥3,905 Weekends & Holidays: ¥4,565 |
| Reservation | Reservation Site |
