Visiting googoo Alone Solo guests are welcome
Published 5 October 2026 ／ Meerkat Cafe googoo, Kichijoji, Tokyo
Travelling alone or just want some quiet time? Solo guests are welcome at googoo. You can come in from 30 minutes (1,650 yen, tax included) at the normal price.
Why a solo visit works
With no one to chat to, you have more time simply to watch. Meerkats live in groups, and the longer you sit quietly, the more you notice how the group moves around the room.
Three things to check
- Booking — we recommend booking, especially on weekends and public holidays.
- Length — 30 minutes is a good first visit.
- Photos — welcome, but no flash and no live streaming.
googoo at a glance
- One minute on foot from the Park Exit (South Exit) of Kichijoji Station
- Open 11:00–19:00. Last entry: 30 min 18:30 ／ 60 min 18:00 ／ 90 min 17:30 ／ 120 min 17:00
- 30 minutes 1,650 yen per person (tax included), plus one drink per person from 550 yen
- Photos are welcome, but no flash (it startles the meerkats) and no live streaming
Meerkats may come close at their own pace; staff explain the rules before your time starts. Book in English — no LINE or app needed. More: How to book ／ Kichijoji half-day plan ／ Rainy day.
Questions
- Can I visit on my own?
- Yes. Solo guests are welcome. You can come in from 30 minutes (1,650 yen, tax included) at the normal price.
- Is it awkward to come alone?
- You can simply enjoy watching. The longer you sit quietly, the more you notice how the group of meerkats moves around the room.
- Do I need to book?
- Booking is not required, but when it is busy you may have to wait. We recommend booking, especially on weekends and public holidays.
- Can I take photos?
- Yes. Please do not use flash, as it startles the meerkats, and live streaming is not allowed.