保護猫カフェmataxtabi: Sapporo's Cozy Cat Café Retreat

About 保護猫カフェmataxtabi

Welcome to 保護猫カフェmataxtabi, a charming cat café nestled in the heart of Sapporo, Hokkaido. If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, this delightful sanctuary is the perfect place to unwind and connect with some furry friends.

At mataxtabi, the atmosphere is nothing short of enchanting. As you step inside, you’re greeted by a warm and cozy ambiance that invites you to leave your worries at the doorstep. The café itself is thoughtfully designed, combining rustic charm with modern comforts, making it an ideal spot for both cat lovers and casual visitors alike. With delightful anecdotes of the rescued feline residents shared among the calming sounds of purring and gentle meows, you may find yourself losing track of time in this paradise.

The café prides itself on providing a nurturing environment for its adorable residents. All the cats here are rescues, lovingly cared for and well-socialized, creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests of all ages. You can see the love radiating from every well-treated cat enjoying their cozy nook or playfully engaging with guests. Take a moment to watch them climb their shelves, chase after toys, or simply lounge around basking in the sun, providing a heartwarming experience that melts even the iciest of hearts.

Customer experiences at mataxtabi echo this sentiment beautifully:

Loz Zhou marvels, saying, “Amazing cat café. Cats are comfy, well-treated and love mingling.” Meanwhile, Catherine Matushek adds, “Very kind staff, cute and funny cats that seem to be well cared for, and delicious smoothies!” These reviews are just a window into the welcoming atmosphere and genuine care that define mataxtabi's mission.

As you plan your visit, remember to bring a pair of socks or house shoes. This small detail adds to the cozy experience while ensuring that the café remains a clean haven for both guests and cats alike. You can indulge in a delicious drink while surrounded by these furry companions, as Jennifer Michelle Chambers recommends, “Very sweet staff. Worth the hike from Okina Park neighborhood. Arigato!”

Whether it’s your first time visiting a cat café or you’re a seasoned aficionado,保護猫カフェmataxtabi is sure to leave a lasting impression. It’s a place where kindness meets comfort, providing a unique blend of warmth and joy that feels like a hug on a chilly winter day. So come down to Chuo Ward, find your new favorite spot, and immerse yourself in an experience that highlights the cuteness and charm of cats while making a difference in their lives.

For those interested in visiting, call ahead at +81 70-5600-1314 to check on availability or any special events. Your heart—and the cats’—will thank you!

Features

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car park

Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Payments

Rakuten Pay

Photo Gallery

Location & Map

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Tuesday

11:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Wednesday

Closed

Thursday

11:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Friday

11:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Saturday

11:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Sunday

11:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Guest Reviews

99 Reviews

Loz Zhou

04 Oct 2025

Amazing cat cafe.Cats are comfy , well treated and love mingling.

Brandon

25 Sep 2025

Although the owners didn't speak a lot of English, they were very accommodating and tried their best to communicate with me, which I appreciated a lot. Very polite and welcoming! This was the first time going to a cat cafe for me and I loved it. The lady in the cat enclosure was very patient and conversed with me via translation app on my phone. She told me that all the cats are rescues and they vary in ages, some kittens, some older cats etc. They were all very gorgeous and well behaved. Thank you! ????????

Resky Nugraha

22 Sep 2025

The place is very clean, the cats are so cute, and when I visited in winter, the café had such a warm and cozy vibe."

Jennifer Michelle Chambers

04 Sep 2025

Love this rescue cat cafe! Remember to bring socks or house shoes. Place cafe order, pet kitties (30 minutes was enough for us on the ground level. There is a shrine room upstairs that we will go back to visit for 60 minutes.), then cafe order will be ready after cat visit. Very sweet staff. Worth the hike from Okina Park neighborhood. Arigato!

Catherine Matushek

01 Sep 2025

Very kind staff, cute and funny cats that seem to be well cared for, and delicious smoothies! The cats have lots of shelves and beds to climb and hide if they want some space. We could also purchase treats to feed the cats so they were happy to come to us We don’t speak Japanese but there was an English menu and instruction page and the staff was happy to help us through use of a translator.

Sara Bodini

30 Jun 2025

A delightful cat café where healthy and happy cats take center stage. The environment is peaceful, complemented by kind and graceful people. Enjoy delicious and beautifully presented food in this unique haven. A place with soul.

ryan tan

23 Jun 2025

Went to the shrine which had a nice cozy interior and was spacious. Staff were friendly and taught us how to play with the cats and shared about them. Communicated with us despite us not knowing japanese. Cats were well taken care of and friendly

Ka Rin

15 Jun 2025

Slightly weird with their rules and procedures. Didn't like that we were forced to sanitize our hands 3 times plus wash 2 times. My hands were really raw afterwards. The main cat room is incredibly small, perhaps 10-15 sqm (looks bigger on pictures). Around 2 PM most cats were sleeping, but at least they didn't seem drugged like so many other cat cafés do. The staff inside the cat room genuinely seemed to care about the cats and played with/pet cats as well. The special room with a "cat god enshrined" is very expensive (~2000 yen/30 minutes?), so we didn't check that out. There's an even more expensive private room (over 5000 yen) as well. The smallest room seemed a bit awkward to hang out in, so we left after less than 30 minutes. Concept-wise I really like that they have only rescue cats. Overall would recommend this for a brief stop.