"I want to go to a cafe, but I get tired of being mindful of the staff..."

　
Escape the daily hustle and bustle, and just want to truly relax without a care.

　

Meet the exquisite Wagyu curry at 'cafe_slack_cats', a "perfect escape" for modern people like that.

A Two-Story 'Secret Base' Hidden Near a Giant Shipyard

Right near Imabari Shipbuilding. A hidden gem cafe, "Cafe Slack cats," quietly nestled on the second floor of a building on a tranquil street corner.

　

You'll find cat-themed goods filled with the owner's love everywhere. In this relaxed atmosphere, a world apart from the outside, it's the visiting "customers themselves" who get to become like cats.

　　

"Cafe curry, let's be honest, it's usually like retort curry or just for show, right?"

　

...There was a dish in Imabari that brilliantly shattered such preconceptions of yours (and mine, until recently).

　

"A cafe where you can casually relax like a cat." To think that such a serious curry roux could be found in such a healing space...

　

Signature Dish! Exquisite Curry with Melt-in-Your-Mouth Wagyu

The moment it's brought to your table, the spicy and rich aroma rising with the steam instantly stimulates your appetite.

　

When you scoop it, the carefully simmered roux is thick and rich. Within it, generous chunks of "Wagyu" beef are nestled. As you bring it to your mouth, a pleasant kick of spice is followed by an overwhelming wave of Wagyu umami and deep vegetable richness.

　

What's utterly irresistible is the tenderness of the meat. The sweet fat of the Wagyu melts tenderly in your mouth, almost to the point of not needing to chew, an unbelievably delicious experience.

　

In a space where a retro coffee shop has been modernly renovated, enjoy a blissful curry time where your spoon just won't stop.

　

The laid-back name, "Slack Cats," and the comfortable, unobtrusive service. However, the food served completely transcends typical cafe fare. A must-try is the "Wagyu Curry Rice (¥1,200)", a signature dish that keeps repeat customers coming back.

　

After your meal, a meticulously brewed "siphon coffee," made with a gurgling sound, elegantly and refreshingly concludes the lingering spice flavors.

　

The Gurgling Sound of the Siphon and Blissful Coffee

After your meal, please enjoy the "Blended Coffee (¥400)", meticulously brewed cup by cup by the master after receiving your order.

　

The pleasant gurgling sound of the siphon as the water boils in the flask at the back of the counter is the perfect background music.

　

Sweets & Drinks to Enjoy Your Blissful Cafe Time

For after-meal or tea time, there's a satisfying selection of sweets including meltingly sweet fondant chocolat (¥800), pudding, and red bean butter sandwiches.

　

The dedication to drinks is also a highlight, such as the refreshing lemon squash (¥500) made with homemade syrup.

　

　

Precisely because there's no excessive service, 'Cafe Slack cats' allows you to read a book at your own pace, simply gaze out the window, or simply relax like a cat.

　

This coming holiday, why not turn off your phone notifications and go enjoy some exquisite curry and a leisurely time without worrying about anyone?

　

Check out Cafe Slack cats' official Instagram