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- Shuttle available
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This article is an unreported research guide based on official information as of 2026-08-11 and current accommodation information. Cat presence and accommodation conditions may change, so please check with the facility before making a reservation.
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Hotel Cava (Hotel Cava) on Kouri Island in Nakijin Village, Okinawa Prefecture is a small resort villa limited to 3 groups per day. All rooms are separate buildings overlooking the sea, and our resident cat, Fuku, lives there.
Fuku is a boy who appeared in the 2026 Rakuten Travel resident cat ranking. He is characterized by blue eyes reminiscent of the sea of Kouri Island and pale coat color. Enjoy a chance encounter with a friendly cat at a quiet island inn.
- A resident cat who likes to be petted
- Villas with all rooms in separate buildings, limited to 3 groups per day
- Breakfast delivered to the guest room in a basket
- About one and a half hours by car from Naha Airport
- Official social media
- Basic information
- Location and Google Maps
- Summary
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A resident cat who likes to be petted
According to the facility’s introduction, Fuku was rescued when he was 3 days old and weighed about 70 grams, and was raised by humans. He is named ‘Fuku’ “May good fortune come to you every time you call his name,” and is said to be very friendly and likes to be petted.
This site classifies them as B because we can specifically confirm the personality that allows them to interact with guests. However, we cannot confirm that they come to the guest room or close the door to keep them in the guest room or wake a sleeping cat. All rooms are in separate villas, so if you are likely to see Fuku, you will most likely see them in the shared areas of the facility, such as the entrance and courtyard.
Be sure to ask the staff on the day about the cat’s range of activity and the best time to meet. If you do see one, wait for it to approach and avoid chasing it or using the flash to take photos.
Villas with all rooms in separate buildings, limited to 3 groups per day
According to the official website, hotel cava is limited to three groups per day. All guest rooms are separate buildings with ocean views. There is a hammock on the balcony and a cat foot bath in the bathroom.
At the center of the building is an entrance with a water garden and a courtyard that is illuminated at night. The lounge and bar for guests serves awamori, Orion beer, cocktails, and more. Cat “Fuku” and cat foot bus are two different things, so be careful not to confuse them when searching.
It is about a 3 minute walk to the surrounding natural beaches. This is a small inn where you can enjoy the tranquility of the island with a guest rooms, rather than a typical large resort with pools and numerous restaurants.
Breakfast delivered to the guest room in a basket
Breakfast and dinner can be added to a stay without meals. Breakfast is delivered in a basket to the guest room. For dinner, we offer Agu pork shabu-shabu and BBQ.
Requests for additional meals must be made at least one week before the date of stay. Restaurants on the island may change their business hours and holidays, so if you’re staying without meals, it’s best to decide where to have dinner early.
About one and a half hours by car from Naha Airport
The location is 2593-2 Kouri. The official website says it takes about 1 and a half hours by car from Naha Airport using the Okinawa Expressway, or about 2 hours by public road. We recommend using Google Maps, as car navigation systems may not provide accurate directions.
For public transportation, use the Yanbaru Express Bus. If you meet the conditions, you can ask for a free shuttle from in front of Nakijin Village Hall. If you wish to use a shuttle, you must contact the inn at least one week in advance, and there are time conditions, so be sure to check the official information.
Basic information
| Item | Contents |
|---|---|
| Facility name | hotel cava (hotel cava) |
| Address | 905-0406 Okinawa, Kunigami District, Nakijin Village, Kouri 2593-2 (local address: 〒905-0406 沖縄県国頭郡今帰仁村古宇利2593-2) |
| resident cat | Fuku |
| Distance from cats | You may be able to interact with cats in common areas |
| guest-room visits | unconfirmed |
| guest room | Limited to 3 groups per day, all rooms in separate building/ocean view |
| Official website | hotel cava (hotel cava) |
Location and Google Maps
hotel cava (hotel cava)
〒905-0406 沖縄県国頭郡今帰仁村古宇利2593-2
Summary
hotel cava is a cat inn where you can enjoy an independent villa overlooking the sea of Kouri Island and a resident cat named Fuku. Although it is not a facility that guarantees interaction with cats, the quiet space, which is limited to three groups, is suitable for a trip where you respect the pace of the cats. There are deadlines for meals and transportation, so be sure to check the Summary when making your reservation.
