As cat cafes go, the humans are willing to pay way too much to play with some 4-legged friends. Cat Cafe Mocha at Harajuku Takeshita St was no different. There really should be a different price for the families with kids (since most of the time parents are there only to accompany their small kids not to hang out with the cats). The place was clean and the amount of cats was ok. We came in the early afternoon and cats were playful enough. Just keep an eye on the clock -- because you final bill will get higher by the minute!

We turned up (ie no need to book). The girl went through the pricing and made it clear we had to pay 200y per ten minutes, or part therof including time spent fussing with your locker and needing the only one toilet. You have to pay 350 also for a compulsory drink from a vending machine.

Two large rooms joined by a hallway. Approx 15 cats. All very cute. Some playful. Some asleep on the cute fake trees and cat perches.

You have to pay 500y for a cat treat which is a lolly on a stick. I saw two girls buy one and the cats surrounded her, disinterested in everyone else.

It had been such a dream to go to a cat cafe, so maybe my expectations were too high.

We stayed 25 minutes in total.

The real price is not 200 Yen as promoted, but 550 Yen as they force you take the drinks. This was not explained on entering, but it is in small type on the menu, so they would not back down. Complete scam for tourists.

The cats are beautiful here, they look loved and well looked after and the interior is also really nice, clean, and modern. Love the cat trees. Be sure to pay extra to give the cats some treats as they all come running to you, its adorable. Great for all cat and animal lovers :) Be aware that it can be a bit expensive, especially if you end up staying for a long time!! I think its a good experience to do at least once though - tick it off your bucket list here! I have been to three cat cafes and this one is my favourite.