Sunday, October 13, 2024

Kagurazaka Cat Festival

 Today I start a five day stint as a cat sitter for Baby M.  It also happens to be October 13, the day of the Kagurazaka cat festival in Tokyo.  This district, a historical Geisha stronghold, hosts a unique parade in which everyone must be dressed as a cat.  I found some fun images online so take a look.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/mawari/ 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/mawari/

https://www.city-cost.com/blogs/City-Cost/wZPNR-living_shinjuku_ku_tokyo
 
https://ikimasho.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_6720.jpg

https://www.flickr.com/photos/96085884@N08/22319589226/

9 comments:

  1. Now that's MY idea of a fun parade! I know there's a temple in Tokyo dedicated entirely to cats -- I wonder if it's in this district too? Alas, the Cat Temple was not part of our tour itinerary when we visited Tokyo. I wish it had been!

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    1. You have been to Tokyo? How cool. Do you have a blog post about your trip in your archives? I would love to see it.

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  2. Jamie: Love the cat disguises!

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  3. Another purr-fect excuse to visit Japan! Hopefully I'll get there someday!

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  4. I take care of 25 mostly rescued cats in my house, plus an additional five semi-ferals that live in the neighborhood. It's a full time job (on top of my full-time). Occasionally they get on my nerves but overwhelmingly they just bring joy and comfort.

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    1. I think a lot of people get comfort and joy from cats

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