Today is Japanese National Cat Day, celebrated on February 22. The date resembles the Japanese onomatopoeia for a cat’s vocalization: “nya nya nya” (2/22 or ni ni ni).
In tribute to the “hard-working” cats in Japan, we current heartwarming tales of feline companions bringing pleasure to 2 corporations in Okinawa: actual property company Tomato Housing and florist Fa Fa.
The Two Cats of Tomato Housing
There are two resident felines at the true property company in Urasoe: Chai the Second, a seven-year-old male tabby, and Pi-chan, a 17-year-old feminine. They maintain the titles of “gross sales supervisor” and “department supervisor,” respectively.
The company’s affinity for cats dates again to its early years. Chai the First was rescued by President Yukari Kawabata from a storage at a property up on the market. The company’s workplace turned a snug home for Chai. Later, Pi-chan joined the workforce after being found sleeping by the roadside.
However, Chai handed away on the age of 17. Grieving, Kawabata adopted a carefully resembling tabby cat by a foster guardian recruitment program. He was named “Chai the Second.”
Kawabata remarks, “The bond we’ve got with cats brings us immense pleasure.” To safeguard feline lives from euthanasia and site visitors accidents, she allocates a portion of the corporate’s gross sales to assist animal welfare organizations.
A Flower Shop in Nago
Meet Milk, the beloved feline mascot of florist Fa Fa, estimated to be round 5 years old. Whenever a employees member calls out, “Milk, you have bought prospects!” a cheerful meow resounds from the again of the store.
Milk’s enthusiasm extends past the confines of the store flooring. Whenever a supply is being ready, Milk eagerly jumps into the automobile, peering with anticipation on the highway forward.
In moments of grief, Milk’s presence takes on a particular significance. Sometimes the florist is requested to carry Milk alongside when delivering flowers to a funeral venue. Grieving households have expressed that the cat gives them with a way of consolation throughout tough instances.
Fa Fa’s Manager Shokichi Yamauchi says, “Maybe this infant is bringing within the prospects,” stroking Milk affectionately.
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(This is an excerpt from a Japanese article.)
Author: Shuji Ozaki
