Credit cards accepted (AMEX), Electronic Money Accepted, and QR Code Payments Accepted (PayPay)
Notes
Closed: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday
Business hours and closed days may change, so please check with the store before visiting.
We accept reservations for 12:00, 14:00, and 16:00.
A Healing Old House Cafe to Spend Time with Cats
This cafe, renovated from an old house, is nestled in a residential area of Nakano. Guests can relax and enjoy gentle meals while interacting with the cats. Dining while overlooking the garden adds to the experience, creating a homely atmosphere that feels just like returning to grandma's house.
Highlights
Recommended Menu
Chef's choice set lunch: one soup and three side dishes
Shino Cafe's chef's-choice one-soup, three-dish lunch lets you savor a variety of small, carefully prepared dishes made with the day's recommended ingredients. With a main dish, seasonal side dishes, warm miso soup, and rice, it offers a comforting moment. A gently flavored Japanese-style lunch.
JPY 1,500
Spice-Scented Curry Lunch
Shi-no-Cafe's spice curry lunch, carefully prepared using richly fragrant spices. The slowly sautéed ingredients' savory goodness combines with the deep aroma of the spices to create an appetizing flavor. A satisfying dish to leisurely enjoy at the cafe.
JPY 1,500
Today's homemade cake
Shi-no-Cafe's homemade cake of the day is carefully baked using the day's recommended ingredients. We cherish the flavors of seasonal fruits and other ingredients and finish it with a gentle sweetness. Please enjoy a leisurely cafe time with coffee or tea.
Closed: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday
Business hours and closed days may change, so please check with the store before visiting.
We accept reservations for 12:00, 14:00, and 16:00.
Everything was just perfect! The owners were so very kind to me and my mom. The food was homemade with love and the cats visiting us was the cherry on top! We even bought a calendar with the kitties on it! We chose the outside table and it was such a beautiful evening and we kept warm with the kotatsu! We will be back again!
I made a reservation for two at the terrace at 2 PM. The entrance had a great atmosphere, and the interior gave me a nostalgic feeling, as if I had come to my grandmother's house. The meal was delicious, with the small bowls of vegetables having a gentle flavor. The dishes were also lovely. I had fish, which was tender and delicious. After finishing the meal, I wondered if I would get to see the cat, and then suddenly, a candy appeared from the garden! It sat next to my daughter the whole time, and I almost cried because it was so friendly and cute! It seems there are days when you can't meet them, so I was lucky. I will definitely come back to see them again next time! The staff was also kind and wonderful. Thank you very much!
I went based on a recommendation from an acquaintance. It was difficult to make a reservation, but I finally got a seat on the engawa (veranda). There were hardly any people coming alone, so I felt a bit anxious at first, but the cat quietly stayed by my side. The cat was friendly, and when I petted it or gave it a little pat on the back, it looked so pleased, and it was very soothing.
All three cats came out, and I was able to enjoy the cats! The Basque cheesecake we had was delicious, and everyone at the shop was calm and kind, making me feel relaxed like I was at home towards the end. Next time, I want to go back to the engawa seat after summer when it gets a bit cooler.
My experience at Shino Cafe was exceptional. Not only did I get to sit on the porch facing a small, lovely garden, but I also had delicious, home cooked food. We were briefly visited by two resident cats, whose company we loved since we missed our own cat back home. Unfortunately, they were moved somewhere else soon after (maybe it was their lunch time, too!). We loved just relaxing there and could have spent the whole afternoon in that place, but it was only right to leave and let other customers experience the peacefulness of the cafe.
The interior looked like someone's home, which is such a great experience to have as a foreigner in Japan if you don't know any Japanese people and cannot be invited into a local home.
The ladies serving us were so kind, and despite them not speaking English, we communicated well using Google Translate. They were also very thoughtful, giving us small paper fans to use since it was getting quite hot that day.
Thank you so much for the lovely experience! I will definitely be back on my next trip to Japan.
I loved the homey vibes of the cafe. The same warm impression was consistent throughout from finding the location (which fittingly enough was in a residential neighborhood), to entering the cafe which I believe was originally just meant to be a family home. Truly a quaint, warm experience. It was a small space so the cafe has limitations to space, but I was lucky enough to make a reservation for an easy, comfortable service.
The other bonus points that stood out to me, who went there as a solo customer:
- one of their residential cats popped out like magic when I sat down at my table. I almost felt like she was also welcoming me in.
- the lunch menu was a very heartwarming meal. Super delish. (Gave off a traditional Japanese meal, but with a twist). The fried saba fish and the miso soup was my favourite out of the lunch menu as it truly was soul food to me.
- the ice coffee I didn’t expect it to be in a cute mini glass, but when paired together with the basque cheesecake, it was quite fitting. Quite a delight.
- the waitresses there along with I believe the owner also gave off a very welcoming impression. Super attentive, friendly, social, but also left me to my comfortable space to enjoy their garden.
Definitely a hidden gem that I’d highly recommend.
A hidden house cafe quietly standing in a residential area. It has a calm atmosphere, making you feel as if you are visiting a family or friend's home. Reservations in advance are recommended.
On the porch facing a small garden, there are kotatsu seats that are cool and very comfortable. I was able to spend time leisurely, forgetting about the clock.
There are also three cats, and I was healed by petting them.
The drinks, desserts, and set menus are all delicately and beautifully presented, making them enjoyable to look at as well. The homemade plum wine and plum soda were particularly exquisite.
I definitely want to visit again.
The atmosphere of the shop is homey and calming. I made a reservation for 16:00 and there was a cute cat there. I ordered a Basque cheesecake and iced coffee, which were served in stylish dishes. The ice was made from frozen coffee, so it didn't dilute until the end, and it was delicious. The cake was also very tasty. In the garden, a Japanese white-eye came to visit, and the cat was free to move around. The staff were kind, making it a comforting place, so I want to go again. Next time, I would like to try lunch.
The owners are very welcoming. Reserving a tatami room for my me and my friend was worth it. We enjoyed a filling lunch (although it was in smaller portions than usual Japanese meals). They all taste good and healthy. The highlight was when the cats finally went inside the dining room. Because we were sitting on the floor, we had a great interaction with the Yuki. Overall, it was a really good experience.
I visited in the evening. On this day, I was able to meet all three cats. It was a healing space just to watch them, and I enjoyed sweets in a comfortable old house. The staff were all kind, and I felt it was a wonderful time to have come. I plan to visit again in the fall.
A cozy old house with a very nice atmosphere. I was able to make a reservation on the porch, so I had a lot of fun eating lunch outside. It was raining, but I was able to spend time comfortably on the porch without getting wet. The staff were very kind, checking on me multiple times to see if I was cold. The lunch had a gentle, homey flavor and was very delicious. It was a comforting taste. The only disappointment was that the cat didn't come out, probably because of the rain. There's nothing I can do about that, so I gave up and went home. I want to try again next time!
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Ratings from United States users4.59(2 reviews)
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