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Masayuki Oki, a Tokyo-based photographer, has mastered the art of turning everyday street cats into unforgettable characters. His lens captures it all—lazy sunbathers, crafty food hustlers, and the occasional cat with a face full of attitude.

Oki’s photos don’t just show cats; they tell stories about their lives, personalities, and their undeniable charm. With a massive Instagram following, his work proves that these furry city dwellers aren’t just surviving but thriving with style, wit, and the kind of charisma that keeps us endlessly fascinated.

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Playful cat stretching on a sunlit brick path, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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Biiiiig stretch

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    Two cats affectionately walking side by side captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    Are these cats' ears notched because they are identifying them as having been neutered, or are these just victims of past kitty battles?

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    Two cats snuggle on a gravel path, captured in an entertaining picture by Masayuki Oki.

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    Ahh, the comfort of a friend, is a comfort indeed! These two are so sweet...

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    Two cats climbing trees, playfully interacting in a natural setting, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    Crouching tigers, climbing kittens...

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    #5

    Playful cat standing with hydrangea flowers on its head, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    Cat wearing a shower cap.

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    #6

    Cat carrying fish near fishermen in rain gear, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    Gone fishing.

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    Two entertaining cats captured by Masayuki Oki, walking closely together on a sunny street.

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    On the prowl and lookin' for trouble, or food.

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    #8

    Black and white cat mid-leap over ocean, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    You've had the cow jumping over the moon. Now I give you the cat jumping over the island.

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    #9

    Fluffy cat stretching on a tiled floor, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    What a beauty - very elegant!

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    #10

    Orange cat lounging against a wall, licking its paw, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    "You wish you had a tail this nice to lick and fluff."

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    #11

    Entertaining cat picture by Masayuki Oki, showing a cat sitting in a wheelbarrow with another hiding underneath.

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    Whoa!!!!!

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    #12

    Playful cat photo by Masayuki Oki, showing a tabby cat standing near a wooden structure with a hanging bell.

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    All rise to the almighty feline gods 🙌🙌🙌

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    #13

    Cat gracefully stretching on a rooftop with glowing lanterns in the background, photographed by Masayuki Oki.

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    S-t-r-e-t-c-h!

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    #14

    Black cat with bright eyes sits alert on a post, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    Look into my eyes, deep into my eyes, you can only hear the sound of my meows, .......

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    #15

    Playful cat lounging on its back in front of a statue, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    Tummy rub please.

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    Four cats sitting in a row, captured by Masayuki Oki, with a bridge and greenery in the background.

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    There's a gap for one more.

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    #17

    A tabby cat captured by Masayuki Oki, balancing on two legs by a stone basin in a lush garden setting.

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    he is a cheeky one

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    #18

    Cat playfully carrying a large fish in its mouth, captured by Masayuki Oki in a field with dry grass.

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    Gone fishing again.

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    A playful cat lounging on concrete, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    "Sup?"

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    #20

    Two entertaining cats interact around a vehicle tire, with one hiding and the other peeking, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    I told you to check the spare before we left.

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    #21

    A cat captured by Masayuki Oki leaping in the air to catch a dragonfly in a grassy outdoor setting.

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    From speedy cat to leaping cat.

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    #22

    Sleeping cat leaning against a concrete wall, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    I sleep standing up.

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    Orange cat captured by Masayuki Oki leaping off a concrete wall in a picturesque alley.

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    "When did this wall get so tall? Kitten me would just gracefully leap up here. Now I gotta claw my way up. Hmm, must have put in at least two more rows of bricks."

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    A playful white cat stretches on a street, captured in an entertaining moment by Masayuki Oki.

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    Made you look.

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    #25

    Black and white cat running past a rustic wooden fence. Captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    Speedy cat.

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    Playful cat captured by Masayuki Oki, lying on the ground with a raised paw and open mouth, next to a stony background.

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    High 5.

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    Entertaining cat standing upright outdoors with a quirky expression, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    Godzilla impression.

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    Entertaining cat photo by Masayuki Oki capturing a playful moment between a standing cat and one lying on its back.

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    Now will you do what you are told?

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    #29

    Cat lounging on outdoor stairs at night, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    "Should I stay or should I go?"

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    #30

    A cat standing on hind legs, captured by Masayuki Oki, in a sunny street setting.

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    Looks like a statue.

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    Two cats captured in a playful moment, one whispering to the other, by photographer Masayuki Oki.

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    Psst, I've something to tell you.

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    Cat playfully rolling on the pavement, captured by Masayuki Oki, with a lush green background.

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    Sweet

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    #33

    Cat climbing a tree in a park, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    Tell me you know how to get down.

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    #34

    Cat walking on a road with an arrow, photographed by Masayuki Oki.

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    I don't follow instructions.

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    #35

    A white cat striking a playful pose on a dimly lit street, photographed by Masayuki Oki.

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    Still made you look.

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    A playful black cat pulling a rope near a boat, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    Just one more tug and we can get this in the water.

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    #37

    Entertaining cat snarling on a wall, captured by Masayuki Oki in a sunny urban setting.

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    Go away.

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    #38

    Cat jumping playfully near a tree stump, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    Tailless?

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    #39

    Cat pictures by Masayuki Oki: a curious white cat on a ladder, peering over with wide eyes against a concrete backdrop.

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    Those stairs look a bit dodgy.

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    Entertaining cat leaping mid-air captured by Masayuki Oki with a scenic background.

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    A cross between speedy cat and leaping cat.

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    #41

    White cat with black-tipped tail crouched on pavement, captured by Masayuki Oki.

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    Forward march. Halt. Present bum.

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