Animal Organisations in Japan

Information and contact details for national animal protection and welfare organisations, plus pet rescue centres operating in Japan...

Animal Refuge Kansai (ARK) Tokyo Branch: A non-profit dog and cat animal rescue centre, helping abandoned and homeless dogs and cats. Dogs and cats are available for adoption in the Kanto region. Prospective adopters may complete an online application form or contact by email.

  • ARK
    Tel: 050 1557 2763 (open daily 10:00-19:00)

Japan Animal Welfare Society (JAWS): Organisation dedicated to the prevention of animal abuse.

  • JAWS
    At: Nakamuraya Building, 8-1-8 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0031
    Tel: 03 5740 8856
    Fax: 03 5496 0930

Japan Kennel Club: The group promotes competitions, exhibitions and shows for purebred dogs and also carries out the registration of pedigrees. It also certifies dog trainers and groomers.

  • Japan Kennel Club (website in Japanese)
    At    : 1-5 Kanda Sudai-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
    Tel: 03 3251 1651 / 03 3251 1656
    Fax: 03 3251 1659

Nippon SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals): Non-profit organisation aiming to improve animal welfare in Japan and to prevent animal abuse.

Save Animals Love Animals - SALA: Non-profit organisation rescuing dogs and cats, and operating on the western side of Tokyo. They offer animals for adoption, a junior club where children can learn about taking care of dogs and cats, and training of assistance dogs.

  • SALA
    At    : 3-25-1 Shimizugaoka, Fuchu city, Tokyo 183-0015