Japan’s pets: like children, but quieter, cheaper and fluffier
Japan is the only country in the world in which pets outnumber children. The number of cats and dogs in Japan first surpassed the number…
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Kannō-ji: a temple where pet lovers pray for the rebirth of their beloved cats and dogs in paradise
Japan is the only country in the world where pets outnumber children. Not only are there more pets in Japan than ever, but their owners…
Playful but adorable pets distract their owners teleworking during the holiday season
With the pandemic in full swing, and a new, highly infectious strain of the virus beginning to spread, you can’t blame anyone from wanting to…
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The ultimate penalty for inconsiderate owners who don’t pick up their pet’s poo [manga]
There seems to be a recent pop-culture fascination with poo. While that may be hard to hear at first, just consider the popularity of the…
Handsome Akita inu’s face turns into adorable squishy blob whenever he sleeps
Japanese Twitter user and dog lover @hachimonajin lives with her three beloved dogs. She often posts photos of the daily life of her doggos on…
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…
Peculiar chinchilla comes with funny warning note at pet store
A photo of a poster Tweeted by Japanese Twitter user 4139（@AzBXBAtLmgiFdbv） is becoming a topic on the internet. One day, when she was out shopping…
Customizable Mother’s Day animal bouquets are the perfect gift for pet-loving moms
My Peridot is a Japanese flower shop that puts an undeniably cute spin on flower arrangements. They specialize in making boxed flower gifts and bouquets…
Virus-infected owners should avoid contact with their pets, Japanese vet society warns
On February 27th, the Veterinary Association of Hokkaido, the Japanese prefecture with the highest number of people infected with COVID-19 at the time of writing…
The Sudden Mood Swings of Hidekichi’s Pets
If you have a cat or dog, you know they’re an endless source of amazement. You can find a never-ending stream of cat and dog…
Take Your Prickly Pals On All Your Adventures With The Hedgehog Carry House Purse
If you plan on taking your prickly pet to one of Japan’s hedgehog cafes, or a miniature photo studio for hedgehog photo shoots, you’d likely…
Japan’s New Meowing, Purring, Realistic Robot Cat Companion Loves You The More You Play With It
Perhaps if you were to combine the aesthetic of a Japanese service that creates wearable realistic replicas of your cat’s head along with the super…
Bongo the Robot Dog: like a real dog but quieter, cleaner and cheaper
Japan is the only country in the world in which pets outnumber children. Kids and pets are closely linked in Japan: as the number of…
New Mini Kotatsu For Cats Gives Kitties Warm Winter Refuge
One of the simplest but most comforting winter traditions in Japan is parking yourself under the cozy warmth of a kotatsu. A kotatsu is a…
Adorable Hamster In Japan Puts Up Valiant Effort Against Phone Charger Cable
Japanese Twitter user and hamster lover @mamekomu_20‘s Twitter account seems to capture the daily cute adventures of their two hamsters, Omame-chan and Komugi-chan. As is…