Slip off your shoes, make yourself a coffee, and spend some quiet time in the gentle company of rescue cats.
Kumiko is a rescue-led cat lounge designed for calm, connection, and second chances. A place where cats can settle safely — and where you can slow down beside them. Sessions are intentionally small and uncrowded, creating a peaceful environment where cats can feel at ease and you can enjoy unhurried time in their company.
Learn moreWhen cats are given space to settle safely and be themselves, the atmosphere changes — and the people around them feel it too.
Everything we do at Kumiko is designed to protect that balance: a peaceful environment for rescued cats, and a restorative space where you can slow down, breathe, and enjoy the quiet comfort of their company.
Designed as a calm transition space while they prepare for adoption, our cats enjoy small, uncrowded sessions, high perches and cosy retreat areas, the freedom to choose how they interact, and the support of our partnership with Belfast Kitten Rescue to ensure responsible rehoming.
A space to step out of the noise of everyday life, where the quiet presence of cats, the comfort of a purr, and gentle moments of connection help soften busy minds, lower stress, and leave you feeling calmer, lighter, and more connected.
Find a comfortable seat, make yourself a drink, and settle in for some gentle time in the company of our rescue cats — whether that means a curious cat coming over to say hello, or simply watching one sleep peacefully in a sunny corner.
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They are here to find their for forever homes - and help you slow down in the meantime.
Lily is a timid little girl with very strong opinions about personal space. She likes to do things at her own pace, but with patience and kindness she slowly begins to soften.
*Bonded with Marvin*
Lily and Marvin will be looking for a home together
Dorothy and Sophia are bonded sisters who must be adopted together. They can be shy at first, but once settled they love attention, cosy beds, and chirping away to each other throughout the day.
Marvin arrived as a very shy boy still learning to trust people. He has grown in confidence, and now loves being in the middle of things, as well as frolicking and romancing with Lily, his favourite tabby. He's still cautious about human touch, but loves to play, have a sniff of your hand and say hello!
*Lily and Marvin are bonded, so they come as a package, to be adopted together
Mim is a super-affectionate and sweet girl. She was handed in to the vets as a stray with a very bad case of flea allergy, so she lost some fur and had to be treated to let her skin recover. Curious and playful, at around 8 months old (July 2026), her kitten days are not quite behind her yet.
Little Trudy was rescued as a very young kitten from a growing rural colony who’s feeder couldn’t look after them any longer. She *may* be related to one of our original crew, the gorgeous ginger Teddy. She’s very small and quite timid at 7 months (July 2026), but once she has gained your trust she enjoys cuddles and will purr and purr.
Coco had been straying for quite a while. As a long haired cat she had some terrible tats and now has some regrowth! She is super friendly and loves attention. She has an epic rumbling purr. She’s fond of making biscuits and the odd head bump.
Steve was straying for some time in the city before he was rescued. He was handed in to the vets with a limp, that is all healed up now. He’s a shy, but friendly boy.
Look at those stunning green eyes! Toris is a lovely friendly boy. He lived a settled indoor life, but sadly circumstances changed so he’s looking for new people to call home.
Olivia is our super affectionate cow print girl, who climbs on every lap in sight and laps up your attention. Still very young at 7 months old (August 2026) she is eagerly waiting for her forever home.
Mikey is a quiet kitty that is still settling into Kumiko life. He was found in a poor condition by BKR but has healed wonderfully and is trusting humans more and more everyday. He loves to watch everyone in the lounge from his safe place high up.
Belfast Kitten Rescue is a self-funded local rescue run from their own home, caring for abandoned and unwanted cats from across Northern Ireland. Their work supports every stage of a cat’s journey — from rescue and rehabilitation to everyday care and rehoming.
