Etiquette at Nekoyado

An illustration depicting a resident cat approaching while a traveler waits quietly in the common room of an inn. Cat-inn guide

Accommodation etiquette loved by resident cats | How to spend time in a way that is kind to both cats and hosts

We will explain the basic etiquette that should be observed at an inn with resident cats, including when arriving, interacting with them, taking photos, eating, guest room, and checking out.
Cat-inn guideMeeting the cats
Illustration of a blindfolded traveler keeping a distance from a cat's toilet and staying quiet. Cat-inn guide

Consider not taking pictures near the cat's toilet at a cat inn

We will explain how to avoid peeking into the cat's toilet, taking pictures, and blocking the aisles, and how to notify the inn staff if you notice a change in the cat's excretion habits.
Cat-inn guideMeeting the cats
Illustration of a traveler keeping a distance from a cat eating in a quiet dining area at a cat inn Cat-inn guide

Why you should not approach cats while they are eating at a cat inn

We will explain how to avoid touching, photographing, or giving human food to resident cats while they are eating at a cat inn, and how to avoid tension between cats and accidental feeding.
Cat-inn guideMeeting the cats
An illustration of parents and children quietly seeing off a resident cat as they walk apart with their hands on their laps. Cat-inn guide

8 manners you should tell before staying at a cat inn with your child

Before staying at a cat inn with your child, we will introduce eight manners that you should practice as a family, such as not chasing, not holding, not entering cat resting places, and not giving food.
Cat-inn guideMeeting the cats
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 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