Cat-cafe bliss

Cat-cafe Bliss is a small, Japanese-style cat cafe in Shanghai's Xuhui district at Lane 8, 1 Taiyuan Road, near Fenyang Road. Set above street level, it has a quiet, house-like arrival: ring the bell, wait to be greeted, change into slippers, and head upstairs into a calm cat room. The mood is delicate and low-key, better for slow green tea, dark chocolate cake, and gentle time with resident cats than for a busy cafe stop. Its compact size and soft atmosphere make it especially suited to visitors who want a peaceful break in the Former French Concession area. Call ahead to confirm access and current hours, since entry depends on staff greeting guests. Outside cats are not allowed; the visit centers on Cat-cafe Bliss's resident cats.