Neko: Cats of Japan

Fall in love with cats from Japan!

What do people love more? Cats or Japan? Why compromise? What could be cuter than a book that combines the two?! Neko is a finely curated collection of cute cats doing what they do best in the world’s favorite tourist destination.

Whether they’re building their own empire on one of Japan’s dedicated cat islands, roaming the streets looking for fish and scritches, or reclining at temples, one thing’s for sure: the cats of Japan are some of the cutest kitties out there, and everyone loves them. Neko provides a glimpse into the lives of Japan’s feline overlords.

Neko is curated by Masayuki Oki, one of Japan’s most popular cat photographers. With more than 500,000 Instagram followers, Masayuki’s photographs regularly win competitions in nature photography. Masayuki travels Japan taking photos of adorable cats being playful, cheeky, and cute. He frequently exhibits his work throughout Japan and has a global following on X, Facebook, and Instagram as well as his own blog.Masayuki Oki is a professional photographer who spends his days taking photos of cats in Japanese cities and in nature. Masayuki has dedicated his life to capturing these playful and independent kitties, showing them at their feline best. Masayuki cares deeply for the animals he photographs and champions their care through his work.