Cat-inn guide

Illustration of a guest enjoying tea without chasing a resident cat resting on a high shelf Cat-inn guide

How to make your stay a good trip when you don't get to see the cat | Respect the resident cat's rest

We'll show you why you can't meet a resident cat at a cat inn, how to ask, places you shouldn't look for, how to enjoy hot springs, food, and the area, and how to make the night without meeting a resident cat a good trip.
Cat-inn guideFirst trip & preparation
Illustrations depicting three scenes: an inn with a resident cat, an inn where you can bring your cat, and a facility where you can interact with cats. Cat-inn guide

What is Nekoyado? Differences between accommodations with resident cats, accommodations where you can stay with cats, and accommodations with cat cafes

Inns introduced by the term cat inn are divided into inns with resident cats, inns where pets can be brought along, and inns with cat cafes and shelter facilities, and we will explain the points to check before making a reservation.
Cat-inn guideFirst trip & preparation
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10 questions to ask when booking a cat inn | resident cat, guest room, photography, transportation

We will introduce 10 things you should check before making a reservation for a cat accommodation, including current information on resident cats, places to meet them, guest-room visits, interactions, photography, allergies, meals, transportation, etc., with example questions.
Cat-inn guideFirst trip & preparation
Illustration of a traveler taking a picture of a cat resting by the window with a smartphone from a distance Cat-inn guide

Photo etiquette at a cat inn | Tips for taking cute resident cat photos with your smartphone

We will explain permission, flash, distance, and consideration for other guests when taking pictures of resident cats at a cat inn, as well as practical tips for taking pictures using natural light or a smartphone.
Cat-inn guidePhotography & social media
Illustration of a cat showing three postures: relaxing, observing, and leaving. Cat-inn guide

How to distinguish between a cat's “signs that you can touch” and “signs that the cat wants to be left alone”

Explains changes in body tension, ears, eyes, tail, movement, etc. that you should check before touching a resident cat at a cat inn. Learn how to observe without deciding how the cat feels from a single sign.
Cat-inn guideMeeting the cats
Illustration of a traveler sitting, quietly holding out his hand, and waiting for an approaching cat Cat-inn guide

How to get along with cats at a cat inn? How to interact with cats while respecting their wishes

In order to have a peaceful time with a resident cat you meet for the first time at a cat inn, we will explain how to approach, the first greeting, how to pet, and when to stop, from a perspective that respects the cat's will.
Cat-inn guideMeeting the cats
Illustration of a traveler sitting at a distance at the entrance of a small inn where a cat is waiting Cat-inn guide

What is Nekoyado? Complete guide for first-time guests | From reservation to checkout

For those who are staying at a cat inn where resident cats live for the first time, we will explain in order how to choose an inn, what to check before making a reservation, how to interact with cats, and things to note about the guest room and photography.
Cat-inn guideFirst trip & preparation