Japan’s problem with puppy farms, plus where to adopt a pet in Japan
Puppies, kittens, hamsters, bunnies and a ton of other fluffy creatures that you don’t even know the name of. Take your pick, I’m guessing you…
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Touching “A Whisker Away”-esque manga of deceased wife returning as cat to comfort husband
If you’re an anime fan, you may have recently noticed A Whisker Away floating its way up your Netflix recommendations page. The 2020 feature-length film…
Japanese artist gives cats gorgeous and regal Renaissance art treatment
Japanese artist Tokuhiro Kawai’s gorgeous oil paintings would look right at home in a museum dedicated to the noble art of the Renaissance, particularly if…
238 cats found in house: despite Japan’s love of pets, ownership issues still remain
As in all countries, the people of Japan love their pets. According to Wikipedia, the country has been experiencing a pet boom since 2003. In…
Felt artist packs adorably realistic cat heads into furry “cat frame” portraits
Wool-felt art is done by knitting wool fibers into shapes with special needles. In the past, we’ve seen talented artists in Japan use it to…
Survey of pet owners finds Japan’s dogs in rude good health
One of the most remarkable things about modern Japan is how quickly a country with practically no history of pet ownership has become a nation…
‘Tourism Stationmaster’ Wasao—tiny-faced and adorable Akita canine—led a doggone good life
Visitors to Japan may be familiar with the legend of chūken Hachikō, a famously loyal dog. As the tale goes, Hachikō lived with his owner…
Meet Kei: an abandoned newborn anteater lovingly cared for by a Shizuoka zoo’s staff
The Izu Shaboten Zoo is located in the city of Ito, Shizuoka prefecture, and has all sorts of animals such as capybaras, chimpanzees, and kangaroos….
Plans set in motion to help repopulate and protect endangered black bears in Shikoku
Most people know japan for its iconic landmarks such as Mount Fuji or the giant torii gate on Miyajima island, fewer people however, are aware…
Dirt-loving shiba inu has clever way to beat the heat
Kawadokoyuki (@lgm_) recentely tweeted a photo that has been receiving a lot of attention on the internet world. The dog you see in the photo…
Cat criminals caught breaking Japanese traditional sliding doors have priceless reaction
Anyone who lives in a house with shoji, or traditional sliding paper doors, knows that the paper portions require replacement from time to time due…
First Sand Cat Born in Japan to Make Its Public Debut
Nasu Animal Kingdom zoo in Tochigi Prefecture recently welcomed a new member to their family: a female kitten sand cat. The cat, still to be…
Two cats fall in noodle love with cup Japanese noodle beds
Food-shaped pet beds that turn your cats and dogs into napping treats have become popular lately (including this adorable fruit tart cat bed), but one…
Kitten Tries Carbonated Water for First Time and Approaches It with Adorable Curiosity
There is nothing like an adorable kitten to get online viewers cooing. Indeed, netizens around the world are particularly sensitive to a spunky, mischievous cat….
Why Does This Cat Hate Piano Music?
I play the piano, and I can tell you it demands a lot of attention. Notes are deceptively laid out in a seemingly simple and…