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5 seasons · 102 eps

Season 5

S5 · E1 5 min

Aomori: Looking for Attention Episode 1

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A scallop fisherman's cat, Miya, keeps watch while her owner is at sea. Once he's back, Miya's ready to cuddle. Meanwhile, a cat in Hachinohe City sits on her owner's newspaper to get his attention.

S5 · E2 5 min

Gunma: Kusatsu Onsen and Daruma Dolls Episode 2

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Kotaro lives in an inn in Kusatsu Onsen and shows us around the popular hot spring town. Meanwhile, Mike lives in a store in Takasaki City that sells daruma dolls. She keeps the staff company.

S5 · E3 5 min

Fukui: Cats Along the Shore Episode 3

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Ran lives with wakame divers and watches over their daily work. If neighboring cat Fukusuke comes over, Ran goes on high alert. Pei lives at an inn near the lakeshore and is popular with customers.

S5 · E4 5 min

Ehime: Cats in a Literary Town Episode 4

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Matsuyama City was once home to author Natsume Soseki. Two cats living there show us a beautiful garden and other historical scenery. At a temple, a cat gets breakfast from a monk and naps in a tree.

S5 · E5 5 min

Sendai: In Deep Green Episode 5

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Kotaro likes to go for walks near the mausoleum for Date Masamune, a famous historical lord. Komimi, who lives in a glass workshop, has a surprising spot where she likes to drink water.

S5 · E6 5 min

Atami: Relaxing With Yoga Episode 6

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Oolong lives at a guesthouse in Atami, a city nestled between the mountains and the sea. Elsewhere, six cats live in a house with an ocean view. They sometimes sit in on their owner's yoga lessons.

S5 · E7 5 min

Sado Island: Pathways and Folk Songs Episode 7

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On Sado Island, Shine is interested in Maro. How will she respond today? Momoko is a beauty parlor cat who's popular with customers. She joins her owner at a folk music practice session.

S5 · E8 5 min

Oita: Warming Up in Yufuin Episode 8

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Yufuin District is known for hot springs. Meme lives at a temple and loves to sunbathe with the chief priest. Mari likes to relax in baskets or on top of manhole covers. Fuku lives at a sake brewery.

S5 · E9 5 min

Chiba: Matching Poses Episode 9

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Kojiro lives in a nashi pear orchard and is good at climbing trees. Warawara lives in the mountains and is friends with dogs. She plays with them on shared walks before napping together.

S5 · E10 5 min

Shiga: Carefree in a Castle Town Episode 10

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Nyan lives in a porcelain workshop near Hikone Castle. He stays near his beloved owner during work time. Kuro lives at a temple that she patrols daily. She strikes a dramatic pose during her nap.

S5 · E11 5 min

Tokyo: Cats in the Big City Episode 11

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Umekichi spends his time roaming through Ryogoku, a neighborhood that's the home of sumo. Chaou lives in an apartment that was part of an Olympic Village. He relaxes in a room overlooking the city.

S5 · E12 5 min

Nagano: Castles, Noodles, and Hot Springs Episode 12

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Fuku-chan is popular with tourists visiting Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure. Elsewhere, five cats live in a restaurant offering green soba noodles. Mya-chan lives at an inn in a hot spring area.

S5 · E13 5 min

Kurashiki: Feline Friends Episode 13

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A cat rides his owner's shoulder through Kurashiki, a city known for its beautiful white-walled storehouses. Friends Mikan and Mame visit a shop for a meal and even offer the shopkeeper some help.

S5 · E14 5 min

Nagasaki: Looking for Cats in the Hills Episode 14

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Francine rests on the steps of Oura Cathedral, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We see short and bent tails common among Nagasaki cats. And one cat sits in an unusual spot overlooking the city.

S5 · E15 5 min

Odawara: Cats in Pubs and Cafes Episode 15

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Gorokichi goes for slow, relaxed walks during the day and sits with his owner at a pub in the evening. Madara lives at a cafe on a hill overlooking the ocean. She enjoys playing among cherry blossoms.

S5 · E16 5 min

Fukuoka: Itoshima's Tropical Shores Episode 16

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Itoshima is a tropical city along the coast. Popoki lives at an art studio with an artist from Hawaii. He watches over his owner's work. On Himeshima Island, cats live right on the water.

S5 · E17 5 min

Hokkaido: Draft Horses and Trucks Episode 17

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Torao lives on a ranch for draft horses and naps in a quiet spot. Socks lives at a produce transportation business. He's so popular at the office that he's considered the company vice president!

S5 · E18 5 min

Aichi: Cats and Calligraphy Episode 18

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Rio lives at Ryugakuin Temple. He's always with the chief priest, whether his owner is chanting sutras or writing calligraphy. Kurosuke, a cafe cat, helps customers relax.

S5 · E19 5 min

Gunma: A Lake and Silk Thread Episode 19

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Chacha lives at a shop that sits right on Lake Haruna. He walks along the lakeshore, guiding us to some beautiful views. Komachi lives with a silk farmer and watches as she spins silk thread.

S5 · E20 5 min
Airs Nov 15, 2026

Yamanashi: Crystals and Gardens Episode 20

Nov 15, 2026
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Shosenkyo Gorge is known for being one of Japan's most scenic gorges. Two feline siblings live nearby. At Erinji Temple, Iwago Mitsuaki meets Mii and Saba. He captures their calm expressions.

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