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01. Shiga: Lake Biwa and Tanuki Raccoon Dogs

We visit Japan's largest and oldest lake, Lake Biwa. A cat leads us to an overlook with a great view of the lake. We meet another cat hiding among the multitude of wares at a Shigaraki ceramics shop.

5min
May 12, 2024

02. Yamanashi: Aiming for the Peak

We take in Japan's tallest mountain, Mt. Fuji, and meet some cats on the way. A cat named Bond carries out top-secret missions at a peach orchard. Another cat patrols its home—a 100-year-old winery.

5min
May 19, 2024

03. Tokushima: A Breath of Ocean Air

Tokushima has long been famed for its indigo. We visit an indigo-dyeing workshop and meet their mascot, Natsu. Next, we make a wish at a shrine that's popular with cats and cat lovers alike.

5min
May 26, 2024

04. Beppu: A Steam-Filled Onsen Resort

We meet a cat who fearlessly patrols crocodile enclosures heated by onsen steam. At a shopping arcade, we encounter early rising cats and a tengu statue. We even meet cats who enjoy billiards!

5min
June 2, 2024

05. Nara's Todaiji Temple: Deer and Cats

Todaiji Temple is a World Heritage Site. We encounter cats—and also deer—who live at the temple. One cat keeps an eye on his owner's pickle shop. Another cat enjoys listening to flute music.

5min
June 9, 2024

06. Okayama: A View of the Seto Inland Sea

Cats show off their climbing skills at a spot overlooking the sea. On the island of Mushima, we meet a cat who takes us to a field of daffodils. The cats tease Iwago by hiding among the flowers.

5min
July 7, 2024

07. Toyama: The Fruits of a Fall Harvest

A cat patrols the rice fields, but there's always time for a midday nap. At a vineyard, we get a tour from a cat named Pinot Noir! He's popular with visitors but always plays it cool.

5min
July 14, 2024

08. Chichibu: The Great Outdoors with Cats

Chichibu is a mountainous region with lots of natural beauty. Cats keep watch over a field of red spider lilies and even guide visitors through the mountains! We also meet a cat who lives at a shrine.

5min
July 21, 2024

09. Kagoshima: A Turtle, Tea Fields, and Cats

A local cat guides us to a fairy tale palace—or rather, a shrine that looks like the palace! Together with Iwago, we visit scenic spots, including a tea farm that's patrolled by an early-rising cat.

5min
July 28, 2024

10. Miyazaki: Flowers, Archery, and a Festival

A cat takes a nap among the fragrant flowers at a farm that grows sweet pea flowers. Another cat takes a nap at an archery range! We meet more local cats as residents celebrate a unique tradition.

5min
August 4, 2024

11. Mie: Comfy Cats Sitting in Laps

Mama cat Koyuki lives at a pottery workshop and is raising two playful kittens. Taisho, who lives at a fruit shop, keeps an eye on the shopping arcade. Both cats love resting on their owner's laps!

5min
September 15, 2024

12. Iwate: Land of History and Horses

Chibita is a friendly cat who lives at a souvenir shop near Chusonji Temple, a World Heritage Site. Popo lives at a horseback riding club with 20 horses! At a rose garden, we meet handsome Kikujiro.

5min
September 21, 2024

13. Kagawa: A Cat Island Paradise

Sanagijima Island is home to lots of free-roaming cats. Kuji rests on some cool shrine steps. Other cats hang out close to the sea, carefully making their way along a seawall. What are they doing?

5min
September 28, 2024

14. Tsugaru: A Playful Autumn

Ricky was born in an apple orchard. It's a perfect playground for mischievous kittens! Peh spends the autumn in golden rice fields, hiding and hunting grasshoppers. Watch out for his pounce!

5min
October 5, 2024

15. Fukui: Tojinbo Cliffs and Lacquerware

Kuro fearlessly patrols the rugged and rocky Tojinbo Cliffs and the nearby shopping street. Quu lives at a lacquerware workshop. She makes her owner's legs fall asleep when she sits on his lap!

5min
October 12, 2024

16. Hakodate: The Bounties of a Seaside City

The seaside town of Hakodate has long flourished as a port. One savvy cat waits by a fisherman, hoping he'll share his catch! We meet more local cats at a fish market and a historic graveyard.

5min
November 3, 2024

17. Karuizawa: A Relaxing Summer Retreat

Karuizawa is cool even in summer, making it a popular resort town. We meet local cats at a fashionable home goods shop and a restaurant in a remodeled folk home. They're sure to bring in customers!

5min
November 10, 2024

18. Yamagata: A Glimpse of Japanese Beauty

We visit a cat at a serene temple garden with a 500-year history. Then, we encounter cats with artisan owners, including a knitting expert and a man who hand carves shogi (Japanese chess) pieces.

5min
November 17, 2024

19. Aichi: A Cat Temple and Ceramics

At a temple once believed to have been home to a dragon, we meet 20 playful cats. They show off their favorite spots and play together. Next, we visit Tokoname and meet a real-life beckoning cat!

5min
November 24, 2024

20. Ibaraki: Cats in a Surfer's Paradise

A cat hangs out with her owners, a family of surfers who run a beach café. This cool cat gets along with her family's dog, too! Next, we meet a shy cat at a surfboard and skateboard shop.

5min
December 1, 2024