Koneko is a cat cafe, located on the Lower East Side of Manhattan in New York City, that gives patrons the opportunity to enjoy a drink whilst interacting with furry little felines.
While cat cafes are slowly gaining in popularity, what's unique about this establishment is that you trade in coffees and teas for crisp, cold beers, indulgent wines and traditional sake. A price of $15 an hour gives you the opportunity to play with the cats, that are drawn from the Anjellicle Cats Rescue group's "at risk" list, meaning they are essentially rescued from being euthanized.
The Koneko cat cafe is a great way for the rescue group to promote awareness about its group in a way that's interactive and fun, and attracts the busy people of New York City rather than drive them away.
Cat-Rescuing Bars
The Koneko Cat Cafe Lets You Pet Cats While You Sip On a Pint
Trend Themes
1. Cat Cafes with Alcohol - Opportunity to combine the popular cat cafe concept with alcoholic beverages to attract a wider audience.
2. Interactive Animal Adoption - Creating interactive experiences, like interacting with rescue cats, to raise awareness and promote adoption.
3. Socially Conscious Leisure - The integration of philanthropy and leisure activities, allowing people to support a cause while enjoying their free time.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - Opportunity for bars and restaurants to incorporate interactive animal experiences to attract customers.
2. Non-profit Organizations - Opportunity for rescue organizations to raise awareness and promote adoption through interactive experiences.
3. Leisure and Entertainment - Opportunity for leisure establishments to incorporate social responsibility initiatives into their offerings.