Name: Celebrating ? Cat Day in Japan! ? - Neko-no-Hi
Uploaded: 2026-02-13T04:03:42.000Z
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And there's one special day dedicated entirely to them.

And how do people in Japan celebrate their feline friends?

Let's dive into the perfectly adorable world of Cat Day in Japan.

In Japanese, the number two is pronounced ni.

Put three of them together and you get nee, nee, nee, which sounds a lot like a cat's meow.

That playful pun inspired the creation of cat Day in 1987, thanks to the Japanese Pet Food Association.

And since then, it's been celebrated every year with tons of fun and cuteness overload.

From Manekineko, the lucky cat figurine waving in shop windows to the global sensation of hello Kitty.

It's no wonder they have a whole day dedicated to them.

So how do people celebrate Cat Day in Japan?

It's not an official holiday, but it's definitely a day of fun and feline appreciation.

People flock to cat cafes to relax, play and cuddle with adorable kitties.

Some cafes even have special events and discounts just for Cat Day.

Stores release limited edition cat themed products.

From plushies and accessories to clothing and stationery, it's a paradise for cat lovers.

Cat owners flood social media with photos and videos of their beloved pets using hashtags like Nekunohi and Cat Day.

Some even dress their cats in cute costumes just for the occasion.

Cat shaped desserts, pastries and even Cat Day themed bento boxes pop up in cafes and convenience stores.

Who wouldn't want to eat a cat shaped donut?

Japan has some must visit spots for cat lovers.

Known as the birthplace of the lucky Maneki Neko, this temple is filled with hundreds of cat figurines.

It's believed that leaving a cat figurine here brings good fortune.

Tashiro Jima is a small island where cats outnumber humans.

Locals believe the cats bring good luck and prosperity.

Train stations with cat mascots like Kishi Station, where a cat became the official mascot and even had her own custom designed train.

Cat Day in Japan isn't just about celebrating cats.

It's about celebrating the joy and comfort they bring to our lives.

Whether through lucky charms, social media posts or just spending time with their pets, Cat Day lets people show appreciation for their feline friends in the most adorable ways possible.

So what do you think of Cat Day in Japan?

And more importantly, are you a cat person?

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