151. Cats

Cats have prowled through Japanese history, folklore, and everyday life for centuries, from lucky maneki-neko to street-dwelling strays. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the many roles cats play in Japan’s culture and society!

Topics Covered:

History

Cats in Folklore: Maneki-Neko — Nekomata — Bakeneko — Kasha — Neko Musume

Cat Culture in Japan: Cats as pets — Cat cafes — Strays — Cat Islands — Famous cats

Cat Breeds: Bobtail — Omagari-Neko —Tsushima Leopard Cat — Iriomote Cat

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