Award-winning translator Peter MacMillan reflects on how his Irish childhood shaped his passion for literature and what his cats have taught him about life.
The retired racehorse sanctuary in Hokkaido is home to legends like Meisho Doto. There, Meto is winning the hearts of many fans, including this photojournalist.
Rare informal photos from May capture Japan's imperial family at Tochigi's Stock Farm, harvesting crops, and enjoying serene moments together.
To celebrate National Cat Day in Japan, we zoom in on the lives and furry faces of three cats bringing joy to the workplace in Urasoe...
"Every cat in the world has their own story, destined to share love with humans and be loved in return" — Hiro Arikawa, author of "The...
The first-ever picture book featuring Tama, a legendary cat who helped save the Kishigawa railway line in Wakayama prefecture, was released on December 11.
Chibi Nyan the cat has been appointed the new manager of a souvenir shop in Shizuoka Prefecture, just in time to be featured in Sankei's 2024...
Tama passed away, but her legacy lives on through her successor Nitama. With her human teammates, she continues to bring joy to her community and beyond.
"Neko Feel" captured the hearts of cat lovers pushing the new surge of "nekonomics" in Japan. The products were a massive hit and sold out on...
Implanted microchips link pets and their owners to a national registry for easy tracking in the case of separation, using each animal’s unique ID.
With donations of cat lovers pushing him forward, Dr. Toru Miyazaki is working to fulfill the hopes of healing the kidney disease felines commonly suffer.
An increasing number of people in Japan seek comfort from dogs and cats as they spend long hours at home.
