Viral cat videos capture social media attention in Japan

Viral videos of cats in Japan are capturing the attention of social media users. One video features a cat named Omochi, who appears to enjoy the vibration of his own voice when his owner gently shakes his body while holding him. The cat’s rhythmic, vibrato-like meows have drawn significant engagement on TikTok, with viewers comparing his vocalizations to traditional Japanese enka singing.

Another popular video features a cat named Iroha, a former rescue cat, who persistently requests physical attention. The footage shows Iroha demanding that her owner tap her on the hindquarters; when the tapping stops, the cat reacts with surprised expressions and vocal protests to signal she wants the interaction to continue. The owner noted that Iroha also enjoys having her face stroked to initiate play.