Move over Japan because the rest of the world is becoming hip to the crazy idea of cat cafés.  Although incorporating the feline officially originated in Taiwan, it was the Japanese that kept the quirky themed café a growing phenomenon.  But as more and more countries are too joining in on the feline oasis, cat lovers of all kinds can now traips the globe on a hot date with their fur balls to frolic and enjoy a cup of tea in the midst of not one or two but dozens of purring cats.

San Francisco: KitTea

Of course it wouldn’t be long for a pet-friendly city like San Francisco to get in on the action of cat cafés.  With the KitTea making its grand debut later this year, feline lovers will too be able to unwind after a long day with amid the comfort of their cats and other fur balls. 

The cat café is prepared to be a haven for all enthusiasts who enjoy petting, playing and listening to their soothing purrs. It will also serve a greater purpose as a refuge for stray cats as well as an adoption center.  So if you’re bored of the typical café ambiance, you’ll want to step into the wonderful cat world of KitTea for a feline-frenzy.

South Korea: Cat Attic

If being called the crazy cat lady hurts your feelings, there’s no other place to feel socially accepted than at a cat café, especially South Korea’s Cat Attic.   That’s because there isn’t a love too strong for the kitten here, where your tasty latte comes with a gently nudge from the furry animal. 

Cat Attic’s ultimate goal was to provide a place where people who are unable to house kittens in their homes can bask in the company of many under one roof.  But even if you’re constantly surrounded by these furry critters, there’s no rule that says too much kitty-affection is a bad thing.

Germany: Katzentempel

This is one location where your soup or salad is met with as much cat gazing as possible.  But if you don’t mind having the beloved animal hovering above you, jumping on your lap or lying at your feet then Germany’s Katzentempel is not the place for you.

Similar to other cat cafes of the world, Katzentempel is an ideal location to heartily embrace the fur balls with your side of coffee, vegan meal or cake.  With a mission to treat the body like the cat’s temple, its feline residents are more than happy to show their audienes how they interact with their cat-families and human counterparts.

Austria: Café Neko

Once again we’ve stepped into the crazy world of felines to witness what happens when we combine an unusual theme with a cup of afternoon tea.  While you’re sinking your teeth into a piece of cake or delicious coffee, you’ll be surrounded by roaming cats that will undeniably be the main attraction.  And with an eyeful of such odd sightings, this cat-crazy destination may have the power to distract you from indulging in Café Neko’s scrumptious treats. 

Just try not to let your tea get too cold by closely cat-ching the behaviors of these four-legged creatures as their meows beckon you to come and play.

Canada: Café Chat l’ Heureux

Montreal also plans to jump on the band wagon by unifying cat lovers everywhere.  The Café Chat l’ Heureux will offer a social atmosphere for a coffee-drinking, cat-loving time. You may even forget about popular coffee shops like Starbucks when you’re able to surf the internet with the café’s Wi-Fi, while your new furry friend lovingly lies on your lap.  The Café Chat l’ Heureux will also double as a shelter, which aims to decrease the amount of stray cats in the city, and provide a center where potential cat owners can opt to take home a new furry companion.

At the Café Chat l’ Heureux you can get you kitty-fix, enjoy a mouthwatering snack and leave with a new pet too.

Singapore: Cat Café Neko no Niwa

There’s no room for scaredy cats when you’ll be immersed in a room filled with 13 of them.  The Cat Café Neko Niwa offers a side of kitty loving with their desserts, coffee or tea.   Even if you want to feel relaxed by just being in their company with a good book, the café ensures that they’ll be happy to greet you hello.

And for an extra $12, you’ll be able to pet their soft fur, and just like humans cats need some time to warm up to unfamiliar faces so at least an hour visit is required in order to gain a new friend.  Since the Cat Café Neko no Niwa admirably provides a home for unwanted cats, its feline residents are also given names. So if you really want to grab their attention, you may want to call the names of Kai Kai or Emma and watch these purr-fect animals slowly saunter your way.

Thailand: Purr Cat Café Club

In Bangkok cats don’t necessarily enter heaven, but rather a quaint cat-enthused coffee shop called Purr Cat Café Club.   In this pet friendly-lounge the feline is the boss and everyone entering its doors must comply with the animals’ likes.  So that means no teasing them, striking them and no feeding them any foods off of the menu- although you might be inclined to because their treats are prepared in the shapes of cats. 

With many of them getting their catnap on, this puss-infected café will require much coffee or even a bit of melted chocolate because the ambiance here is so relaxing, that after taking off your shoes to get comfortable, you may be inclined to cuddle with them as well.