Shinjuku and its night district, Kabukicho, are home to a large number of felines. You won't see the cats during the day, but around five o'clock in the morning, they come out to scrounge a few leftovers in the garbage bags of the many restaurants.
Several of these cats have tipped ears. The veterinarians do this to recognize the ones that have been spayed and neutered.
Several of these cats have tipped ears. The veterinarians do this to recognize the ones that have been spayed and neutered.
Many cats look for freshness in the bars of the Golden gaï.
Many clients of these bars sleep in the streets while waiting for their first train. Some cats do the same.
Not sure where to find tomcats in the area? Look for signs announcing it's forbidden to feed the cats. They are usually a good indication.
Early in the morning, people go to the park of Shinjuku for a session of tai-chi. Quite a lot of cats live in the park, so don't be surprised if they join in for a lesson.
Text and cat pictures: Neko Land: Une Vie de Chat Au Japon
I like see cats from around the world. But of course I wish there were no strays anywhere. I'm glad to see tipped ears though, since it means someone cares.
ReplyDeletePoor little kitties, so sad when they are beat up. Sweet little things!!!
ReplyDeleteThat last one needs some help.
ReplyDeleteI wish someone/group is taking care of these strays.
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These photos make me sad. Poor kitties.
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ReplyDeletePoor kitties. We're glad someone it getting them fixed and ear tipping them. We pray for them to find some kindness.
ReplyDeleteThese poor cats don't look too healthy like the last one...poor things
ReplyDeleteVery sad to see so many stray cats who aren't cared for. Looks like this area has some work to do to control & care for their stray cat population.
ReplyDeleteZielig om te zien hoe de poesjes soms behandeld worden, dat raakt ons diep. Healing Pawkisses to all the Japanese kitties <3 <3 <3
ReplyDeletePoor little cats!!
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