Sibling animation studios MAPPA and Contrail produced an anime short titled "Kikasete Hoshii Kimi no Koto" (Tell Me About Yourself), which started streaming on the official YouTube channel of Tokyo's ...

A pet-friendly gem housed in a gorgeous rustic shophouse, this café offers a peaceful ambience, perfect for chatting, reading, or simply soaking in the old-school charm. The menu features all-day ...

When in Tokyo and Kyoto, buy cute cat things. Japan is like no other country when it comes to feline paraphernalia.

ONOMICHI, Hiroshima — Three new wooden benches featuring cat-inspired designs have debuted in Onomichi ... Parts Imports Bank of Japan Gov. Ueda Says ‘Uncertainty Is Quite Large’ Mixed Feelings as ...

Throughout the book, people rent cats for various reasons. The first story, The Cat Who Sneezed, revolves around a childless couple trying to fill the void in their lives with a furry friend.

Any cat lover will know of Japan's famous 'cat islands' like Aoshima and Tashirojima. Known for their many feline residents, these destinations are a paradise for anyone who wants to cuddle up to ...

Set in a Shinto shrine, nestled among the swaying cherry blossoms in the seaside town of Ushimado, The Cats of Gokogu Shrine is the new film from Japanese filmmaker Kazuhiro Soda. It tells the story ...

Like the wine he is named after, Amarone has a distinct character: rich and complex, one that sets him apart from other cats. This dapper ... 050-1557-2763 (English or Japanese) Monday to Saturday ...

Growing older also gives you an appreciation for the things that really matter in life… like belly rubs! A precious senior Munchkin cat is sharing her “important words of wisdom” with all who are ...

TOKYO (Jiji Press) — The results of the decoding of a domestic cat’s genome by a group of Japanese researchers have been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s most accurate reference ...

There’s no doubt that kittens are some of the most adorable creatures on the internet, but one tiny feline has taken his cuteness to a whole new level. Meet Chata, the little calico munchkin kitten ...

Cats are not just beloved in Japan – they are celebrated, idolized, and in recent years, monetized. This intense relationship between felines and Japanese society has generated a curious yet real ...