Singapore - Company of Cats - Chinatown

You might have seen my previous post on Neko no Niwa. Being rather adventurous, I explored another cat cafe with my cat-loving friends. I just love cat paws. They're so squishy and being hugged by a cat is just... such a bliss ^3^ ~♪

This pretty ragdoll (if I get the breed correctly) is a resident of The Company of Cats in Chinatown.

We went on Wednesday after work, since there is a 50% off on the 2nd entrance fee.

Again, the place is kind of hidden - look out for the signboard and the floating umbrellas - if you like cats, you can't really miss it :)

There are sofas with toys and plushies lying around in the room (Neko Atsume fans, do you recognize Tubbs?)

*insert Jaw BGM here*

Compared to Neko no Niwa, somehow I feel that the cats are more willing to interact with you.

And no, we didn't kiss. Because I just ate a bowl of cold soumen with sausages, nori and sesame sauce ($8). By the way, in case you are hungry, you can order food at the Company of Cats. You can even bring the food inside the room of cats - somehow the cats didn't try to steal my food! I'm impressed :)

If you're scared that the cats may steal your food, there is also an option of eating the food outside the cat room - there is a small dining table just outside the room. I, however, prefer to eat as I enjoy the company of cats (what a pun!). You can check out their menu on their website.

Overall the cats are very well groomed. This cat, Belle, has one of the fluffiest and the softest fur I've ever touched!

I've been here twice, and so far I've been enjoying my visits to the Company of Cats :)

Company of Cats
6B Mosque Street
Singapore 059486
Phone: +65 6220 3835
http://www.thecompanyofcats.sg/index.html

Opening hours:
- Tue - Fri 12pm - 10pm
- Sat - Sun 11am - 10pm
- Closed on Mondays

Entrance Fees
Normal rate: $14/hour
$5 per subsequent 30 minutes
Tues-Friday 12pm-4pm special rate: $10 for the first hour

Reservations by phone are recommended.

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Singapore - Neko no Niwa (Cat Cafe) - Clarke Quay

My dear Latino friends (you know who you are) recommended me to adopt a pet for pet therapy, but I was not able to own one in my previous apartment in Switzerland as the management did not allow pets. The current landlady in Singapore loves cats and allows me to own a cat, but I'm not too sure if I can take care of it since I know I'll be flying back to my hometown rather frequently.

Thankfully, there are cat cafes in Singapore!

My first cat cafe visit in Singapore is at Neko no Niwa in Boat Quay (Clarke Quay is the nearest MRT station to reach this place). The cafe is slightly hidden amongst restaurants and bars along the river bank - it's on the second floor. Look for a cat signboard so you don't miss it!

The interior of Neko no Niwa is clean and well-kept - I didn't detect any foul smell when I was there. It was a cozy cat cafe with plenty of natural light - I think the cats enjoy the sun as well.

There are 13 cute cats to observe and play with, but you probably won't see all of them at the same time as they could be asleep or fed in another room. These cats are well-groomed and in general well-mannered - I don't really see them fight and they don't attack you for no reason.

Most people who came watched them, petted them, played with them or took a photo with them. I personally like taking selfies with these beautiful felines ;)

Some of them may look scary, but I think they just have what the urban dictionary defines as "resting bitch faces" (pardon the language) and they mean no harm to you. They will let you pet their heads - if you are lucky, their backs. From my experience, avoid stroking their backs if you're new to these cats.

By the way, if you see any cat wearing a gear (see below), it's because the cat is hyperactive. Apparently wearing this suit will make them less hyperactive.

I had a very pleasant experience at Neko no Niwa, and would recommend you to visit it if you prefer quieter, more peaceful cat cafe ^_^

Neko no Niwa
Address:
54A Boat Quay (Level 2)
Singapore 049843

Mon, Wed to Fri: 11am to 10pm (last entry at 9pm)
Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 10am to 10pm (last entry at 9pm)
Closed on Tuesdays

Call 6536 5319 to make a reservation.

Pricing:

• 1 hour: S$12
• Next 1/2 hour: S$5
• 3-Hour Special: S$24*
• Whole Day Pass: S$32

*Students get a FREE Hot Chocolate with these long stay rates, please show your student pass.

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In Japan - Cat Cafe

It's a little sad that I'm the only one who is taking a morning class from my group. Yesterday I texted one of them to ask if they have plans for dinner, and she simply said that everyone's grabbing something from school area. Makes a lot of sense; I would do that if I were in the afternoon class as well. But you see, I AM bored. I can't waste the beautiful afternoon just sitting in my room waiting for a response from them like last time only to find out that they're not planning to go anywhere but anywhere close to the school. It doesn't make sense for me to pay for another round trip just to eat together at some shop then go back.

So, I decided to have an adventure, even if I'm alone. The next on my to-go list is a cat cafe called Nekorobi in East Ikebukuro.

The cats have been properly groomed, and before you touch them the shop keepers will ask you to wash your hands so you to avoid the cats from being infected from germs outside.

All drinks (warm and cold, ranging from milk tea, coffee, houjicha, to juice) and snacks (senbei, candy...) are unlimited during the stay in the cafe. The rate in this cafe is 1000 yen for 1 hour, and if I'm not wrong extension is 250 yen per 15 minutes. They will give you a name tag and you can put your stuffs in a locker so you can play around freely.

Your shoes must be placed outside the room, and they will give you room slippers to use. Also, no flash photography because the cats will get scared.

Well, look at them, pet them, hug them, take photos of them... you can do anything you want! You can interact with other guests (depending on how open you and the other guests are) and chat. When I went there, pretty much almost everyone played with the kittens. There was one who was sleeping, there was one reading a book quietly. I think as long as you respect everyone in the cafe, you are free to do whatever you want.

Well, cat pictures, off you go! Enjoy! :)

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