Cat Tourist Attractions In Japan [closed]
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For some reason, the Japanese are really fond of cats. For example, recently I found out that a station master in Japan is a cat named Tama!
Are there any other tourist attractions in Japan related to cats (Preferably near Tokyo)?
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Whats the deal with cats in Japan?
In Japanese folklore, cats have protective powers and symbolize good luck and fortune. No example of this is more clear than the story of the maneki-neko. As the story goes, centuries ago, a feudal lord was standing under a tree when he noticed a cat waving at him with his paw.Are cats illegal in Japan?
The law lists cattle, horses, pigs, sheep, goats, dogs, cats, domestic rabbits, chickens, domestic pigeons, domestic ducks, and any other animals which have an owner as protected. Any mammals, birds or reptiles with an owner are protected, with the notable exception of fish.Is Japan obsessed with cats?
Cats are everywhere in Japan. While it is easy to see they are well-loved, Japan also fears cats. The country has a long, often terrifying history of folklore involving monstrous supernatural cats.Why are Japanese so into cats?
Why the obsession? In Japanese folklore, cats have protective powers and symbolize good fortune. A bobtail supposedly lured a feudal lord with a "come hither" gesture, which saved him from being struck by lightning.Japan's largest cat cafe in Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo was a relaxing and cute paradise
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