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Kenichi Morinaga’s cat photography proves that you do not need a grand setup to capture something unforgettable. Whether he is photographing cats lounging in the sun, wandering through quiet streets, or getting caught in perfectly timed funny moments, his images are full of personality. With a sharp eye for expression and timing, Morinaga turns everyday encounters into photos that feel both charming and memorable, showing just how much character cats can bring to even the simplest scene.
Best known as a cat photographer from Japan, Morinaga has built a following through his playful, expressive images, while also organizing the traveling exhibition “Neko ga Suki Ten” (“I Love Cats Exhibition”). His work has earned international attention, too, including recognition from The Guardian and multiple wins at the Comedy Pet Photography Awards 2022, which we covered here on Bored Panda. In this selection, you will find a mixture of humor, warmth, and spontaneity that makes his photography so enjoyable, offering a glimpse into the strange, funny, and lovable world cats seem to create wherever they go.
Which photo is your favorite? Upvote the ones that made you smile the most, and let us know in the comments which cat completely stole the show.
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Multa Nocte (she/her/86 47) 2 days ago
My Chausettes sleeps like this when she's totally relaxed.
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Classified 2 days ago
Oh, I thought this was an eye exam. iPhones haven't quite gotten that capability yet 🤔?
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Multa Nocte (she/her/86 47) 2 days ago
My little boy chases his older sisters and harasses them like this.
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Bi.Felicia 2 days ago
Looks like the Flehmen's response was activated by him sniffing her 'tail' for a detailed chemical analysis, especially pheromones.
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Multa Nocte (she/her/86 47) 2 days ago
I am like putty when it comes to kitties. Or should I say I am like putty when it comes to puddy tats?
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Multa Nocte (she/her/86 47) 2 days ago
The photographer has a great eye for spacing. Or is it the cats that have the eye for spacing?
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Multa Nocte (she/her/86 47) 2 days ago
What lovely markings. Somebody give me the genetics here, please.
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LakotaWolf (she/her) 2 days ago
Happy to see a lot of eartip clips (the triangular bit cut into one ear) that indicates the cat has been "TNR" - "trap, neuter, release". This means that someone has humanely trapped the cat and has taken it to a vet to be vaccinated, checked for immediate illnesses that can be treated, and spayed/neutered. The vets clip the tip of the ear like that during sterilization surgery so that no one re-traps that specific cat for TNR. Cat is released when it has recovered, and then it can live its life healthier and safer and without producing tons of kittens!
Lee Gilliland 2 days ago
I understand why I can't have any more cats, because of my age, but I miss them so.
Jennifer Foster 2 days ago
I just adopted a 8-year-old Chihuahua mix. I got a dog instead of a cat for a couple of reasons. There are lots of older animals in the shelters for us older folks.
Load More Replies... Multa Nocte (she/her/86 47) 2 days ago
I am always putty in the hand of puddy tats. Thanks for these!
LakotaWolf (she/her) 2 days ago
Happy to see a lot of eartip clips (the triangular bit cut into one ear) that indicates the cat has been "TNR" - "trap, neuter, release". This means that someone has humanely trapped the cat and has taken it to a vet to be vaccinated, checked for immediate illnesses that can be treated, and spayed/neutered. The vets clip the tip of the ear like that during sterilization surgery so that no one re-traps that specific cat for TNR. Cat is released when it has recovered, and then it can live its life healthier and safer and without producing tons of kittens!
Lee Gilliland 2 days ago
I understand why I can't have any more cats, because of my age, but I miss them so.
Jennifer Foster 2 days ago
I just adopted a 8-year-old Chihuahua mix. I got a dog instead of a cat for a couple of reasons. There are lots of older animals in the shelters for us older folks.
Load More Replies... Multa Nocte (she/her/86 47) 2 days ago
I am always putty in the hand of puddy tats. Thanks for these!
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