【2026】Soothe yourself with fluffy animals! A roundup of animal cafes ＆ petting spots in Tokyo
2026.09.11
TOKYO SPECIAL GUIDE
Need a dose of fluffy comfort? A roundup of animal cafés & petting spots in Tokyo
How about a little extra-healing experience on your Tokyo trip? Tokyo has a variety of animal cafés and hands-on spots where you can get up close with cats, rabbits, hedgehogs, owls, micro pigs, alpacas, squirrels, and more. This time, we’ve picked 10 recommended places in Tokyo—from easy stop-ins between sightseeing to spots where you can spend time with animals in nature.
※Hours, prices, and interaction rules are subject to change. Please check each facility’s official website before visiting.
01 猫カフェMOCHA 原宿店
A cat café right in front of JR Harajuku Station where you can casually spend time with cats in Harajuku. Besides playing with the cats, you can read a book, chat, and enjoy your time as you like. It also pairs well with sightseeing around Harajuku and Takeshita Street.
Address
東京都渋谷区神宮前1-14-25 クロスアベニュー原宿4F
Access
Right in front of JR Harajuku Station. (The building with Matsumoto Kiyoshi on the 1st floor.)
Hours / Closed
10:00–21:00 (last entry 20:30) / Open year-round
Approx. prices
10 minutes: 330 yen and up. Weekday maximum 3,960 yen; weekends, public holidays, and designated days maximum 4,620 yen. Cat treats 550 yen.
Japan’s first micro pig cafe. Spend time up close with friendly micro pigs and enjoy taking photos and interacting with them. Recommended if you’re looking for a slightly unusual experience on your Tokyo trip.
Address
東京都渋谷区神宮前1-15-4
Access
About a 5-minute walk from JR “Harajuku Station” / about a 5-minute walk from Tokyo Metro “Meiji-jingumae Station”
Hours / Closed days
10:00–20:00 / advance reservation required
Price guide
25 minutes: 3,300 yen for ages 4 and up; 55 minutes: 4,950 yen. Ages 3 and under: 1,100 yen. Private rooms incur an additional charge.
An animal cafe where you can meet hedgehogs as the main attraction, as well as hamsters, meerkats, owls, and guinea pigs. Just a 1-minute walk from Harajuku Station, it’s easy to access and convenient to stop by during sightseeing.
Address
東京都渋谷区神宮前1-13-21 シャンゼール原宿2号館4F
Access
About a 1-minute walk from JR “Harajuku Station”
Hours / Closed days
11:00–19:00 (last order 18:30) / no regular holidays
Price guide
Adults, 45 minutes: from 2,310 yen / Children, 45 minutes: from 2,090 yen
A small owl café located just off Takeshita Street. You can see unique owls up close, take photos, and interact with them under the guidance of the staff.
Address
東京都渋谷区神宮前1-21-15 原宿ATMビル4F
Access
About a 2-minute walk from JR Harajuku Station (Takeshita Exit)
Hours and closed days
12:00–19:00 (last entry 18:00)
Price guide
Standard course 60 min: 3,800 yen / Advance card payment 2,500 yen
Special course 5,000 yen
Premium course 10,000 yen
A unique spot in Kagurazaka where you can interact with real alpacas. In addition to feeding and commemorative photos, you can also enjoy special experiences such as walking with alpacas and lunch. An English reservation page for overseas travelers is also available.
Address
東京都新宿区岩戸町19番地 一五屋ビル102
Access
Toei Oedo Line “Ushigome-kagurazaka Station” A3 Exit: about 1 min on foot / “Kagurazaka Station”: about 5 min on foot / “Iidabashi Station”: about 7 min on foot
Hours and closed days
10:00–18:00 (last entry 17:30)
Closed: Monday (if the day falls on a public holiday or substitute holiday, moved to executive next business day)
Price guide
Adults 30 min: Weekdays 1,500 yen / Weekends & holidays 1,700 yen / Children 30 min: 700 yen / 800 yen. Feed from 500 yen.
A rabbit café a 5-minute walk from Ikebukuro West Exit. You can relax at your seat or leave your seat and freely play with the rabbits. Staff will guide you on how to interact with the rabbits, so it’s recommended even for first-timers.
Address
東京都豊島区池袋2-42-9 中川ビル5F
Access
About 5 minutes on foot from Ikebukuro Station (JR and other lines), West Exit
Hours / Closed days
Weekdays 13:00–20:00 (last entry 19:30)
Weekends and holidays 11:00–20:00 (last entry 19:30)
Closed: Every Wednesday (except public holidays)
A rabbit café about a 3-minute walk from Kichijoji Station. The café space and the space for interacting with rabbits are separated, so you can not only interact with animals but also enjoy meals and coffee.
Address
東京都武蔵野市吉祥寺南町1-11-2 もみじビル3F
Access
About a 3-minute walk from Kichijoji Station (JR and Keio Inokashira Line)
Hours / Closed days
Weekdays: 13:00–18:00 / Weekends and holidays: 11:30–18:00
(Last order 17:30)
Closed: Tuesday (open on public holidays)
Price guide
Interaction (10 min): Weekdays ¥440 / Weekends and holidays ¥660. Extension: Weekdays ¥330 / Weekends and holidays ¥550.
An animal cafe in the Iidabashi/Kagurazaka area where you can interact with hedgehogs. On weekends and holidays you can visit without a reservation; on weekdays, reservations are required. It’s also perfect to pair with a stroll around Kagurazaka.
Address
東京都千代田区飯田橋1-11-4 Potta店内2F
Access
About a 3-minute walk from Tokyo Metro “Iidabashi Station” Exit A5／about a 5-minute walk from the Kagurazakashita intersection
Hours & closed days
Weekends/holidays: 13:00–20:00 (subject to change)／Mon, Thu, Fri: evening hours by reservation／Closed Tue & Wed
Price guide
Adults 30 min: ¥1,900 (incl. 1 drink)／Children 30 min: ¥1,400／Free for ages 3 and under. Extension 15 min ¥500.
A spot where you can enjoy interacting with animals, home to about 200 Formosan squirrels in an approximately 2,500㎡ open enclosure. You can feed the squirrels and observe their cute behavior up close. Interaction events with guinea pigs and rabbits are also held.
Address
東京都町田市薬師台1-733-1
Access
About 20 minutes by bus from Odakyu Machida Station (North Exit), get off at “Yakushiike,” right there
Hours & closed days
10:00–16:00／Closed every Tuesday (open on holidays; closed the following weekday)
Price guide
Adults (junior high and up): ¥500／Children (age 3+): ¥300. Cash only inside the park.
A farm shop and café-restaurant directly run by a ranch in Hachioji. While gazing at cows and sheep living freely, you can enjoy meals and sweets made with the bounty of the ranch. Recommended for those who want to feel a side of Tokyo’s nature that’s a little different from the city center.
Address
東京都八王子市小比企町1673-1
Access
About a 5-minute walk from Keio Line “Yamada Station” / About 10 minutes by Keio Bus from Hachioji Station South Exit; get off at “Minami-Yamada,” about a 1-minute walk
① Check in advance whether a reservation is required
Policies such as “by reservation only,” “reservations prioritized,” and “same-day registration” vary by facility. Especially for places that require reservations, confirm early once your travel dates are set.
② Plans may change depending on the animals’ condition
Since the animals are the stars of these spots, depending on their condition that day and how crowded it is, interactions may be suspended or shortened.
③ Turn off the flash when taking photos
Flashes and loud noises can cause stress to animals. Follow each facility’s photography rules, and if an animal is reluctant, avoid forcing contact.
④ If visiting multiple animal cafés, pay attention to hygiene as well
Depending on the facility, entry may be restricted for people who have recently been in contact with certain animals. Be sure to check each facility’s rules before you visit.
Choose by area?
Harajuku/Omotesando area
An area with a variety of animal cafes, including cats, micro pigs, hedgehogs, and owls. It’s easy to combine with Harajuku sightseeing.
Ikebukuro
Plenty of spots within walking distance of the station, such as rabbit cafes. You can enjoy them along with shopping.
Kichijoji
Combine a rabbit cafe with Inokashira Park to enjoy a nature-filled Tokyo outing.
Kagurazaka/Iidabashi
An area where you can meet slightly rarer animals such as alpacas and hedgehogs.
Machida/Hachioji
A bit away from the city center, but you can enjoy animals in nature at places like squirrel gardens and farms.
Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
QCan foreigners visit animal cafes in Tokyo?
A Yes. Many establishments are open to foreign visitors. Some offer English guidance and reservation pages, but this varies by shop, so we recommend checking the official website in advance.
QIs it okay even if it’s my first time touching animals?
A In many facilities, staff will explain how to interact with the animals. Wait for the animals to approach you, and if they seem unwilling, do not force contact.
QCan I enter without a reservation?
A It depends on the shop. Some do not require reservations, while others do. On weekends and during peak seasons, we recommend making a reservation when possible.
QHow much should I budget?
A For short visits, budgeting around 1,000–3,000 yen is a good guideline. Courses that include special experiences may cost 3,000 yen or more.
QCan I visit with children?
A Requirements such as age limits and the need for a guardian to accompany vary by facility. If you’re traveling with family, be sure to check the age policy before booking.
QWhat kind of clothing is recommended?
A We recommend clothes that are easy to move in and that you don’t mind getting dirty. Depending on the animals, fur or odors may cling to your clothing.
Summary
In Tokyo, you’ll find spots where you can meet a variety of animals—from familiar ones like cats and rabbits to micro pigs, hedgehogs, owls, alpacas, and squirrels.
Beyond the image of “Tokyo = a big city,” one of the charms of sightseeing in Tokyo is the surprising number of places where you can spend a relaxing time with animals. On your next trip to Tokyo, in addition to touring famous landmarks, why not go meet some adorable animals?
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