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I've been photographing my grandfather, Jiji, since I had no clue how to use a camera. One day, 94-year-old Jiji’s life was turned upside-down by Kinako the cat.

Since the War ended, for 64 years, Jiji commuted to his office, but in 2009 he was sent to the hospital. The doctor said he was sick. The once outgoing man gradually lost his interest in life and became grumpier than ever. It was around that time that I brought Kinako to live with us.

An extraordinary friendship gradually grew between the two. Who would have thought that a timid kitten would befriend a grumpy old man! The border between human and animal melts, just as shy Kinako melted Jiji's heart.

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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one is my fave I must admit. The emotion coming from this photo is strong, comforting and most importantly genuine. There is peace in this photo.

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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wouldn't it be awesome if they both were dreaming about the same thing! Like a delicious fish...

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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful and heart-warming, like literally heart-warming here.

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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Absolutely love the play of light and shadow here. Beautiful pic

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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seriously, cuteness overload, I consider myself a dog person but I may have to change!

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    What a wonderful bond between man and beast. It is truly amazing how pets have such a profound effect on us and (hopefully) we to them.

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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey, at 94 if I could be half as good as Jiji then it will be alright. Senior citizen goals...

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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful post thank you for your art. It was touching, meaningful and told a beautiful story.

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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I found all these photos very touching. The photographer did a wonderful job of capturing the most meaningful moments of the relationship between man and cat. Well done.

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