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EP1 Shiga: Lake Biwa and Tanuki Raccoon Dogs May 12, 2024

We visit Japan's largest and oldest lake, Lake Biwa. A cat leads us to an overlook with a great view of the lake. We meet another cat hiding among the multitude of wares at a Shigaraki ceramics shop.

EP2 Yamanashi: Aiming for the Peak May 19, 2024

We take in Japan's tallest mountain, Mt. Fuji, and meet some cats on the way. A cat named Bond carries out top-secret missions at a peach orchard. Another cat patrols its home—a 100-year-old winery.

EP3 Tokushima: A Breath of Ocean Air May 26, 2024

Tokushima has long been famed for its indigo. We visit an indigo-dyeing workshop and meet their mascot, Natsu. Next, we make a wish at a shrine that's popular with cats and cat lovers alike.

EP4 Beppu: A Steam-Filled Onsen Resort Jun 02, 2024

We meet a cat who fearlessly patrols crocodile enclosures heated by onsen steam. At a shopping arcade, we encounter early rising cats and a tengu statue. We even meet cats who enjoy billiards!

EP5 Nara's Todaiji Temple: Deer and Cats Jun 09, 2024

Todaiji Temple is a World Heritage Site. We encounter cats—and also deer—who live at the temple. One cat keeps an eye on his owner's pickle shop. Another cat enjoys listening to flute music.

EP6 Okayama: A View of the Seto Inland Sea Jul 07, 2024

Cats show off their climbing skills at a spot overlooking the sea. On the island of Mushima, we meet a cat who takes us to a field of daffodils. The cats tease Iwago by hiding among the flowers.

EP7 Toyama: The Fruits of a Fall Harvest Jul 14, 2024

A cat patrols the rice fields, but there's always time for a midday nap. At a vineyard, we get a tour from a cat named Pinot Noir! He's popular with visitors but always plays it cool.

EP8 Chichibu: The Great Outdoors with Cats Jul 21, 2024

Chichibu is a mountainous region with lots of natural beauty. Cats keep watch over a field of red spider lilies and even guide visitors through the mountains! We also meet a cat who lives at a shrine.

EP9 Kagoshima: A Turtle, Tea Fields, and Cats Jul 28, 2024

A local cat guides us to a fairy tale palace—or rather, a shrine that looks like the palace! Together with Iwago, we visit scenic spots, including a tea farm that's patrolled by an early-rising cat.

EP10 Miyazaki: Flowers, Archery, and a Festival Aug 04, 2024

A cat takes a nap among the fragrant flowers at a farm that grows sweet pea flowers. Another cat takes a nap at an archery range! We meet more local cats as residents celebrate a unique tradition.

EP11 Mie: Comfy Cats Sitting in Laps Sep 15, 2024

Mama cat Koyuki lives at a pottery workshop and is raising two playful kittens. Taisho, who lives at a fruit shop, keeps an eye on the shopping arcade. Both cats love resting on their owner's laps!

EP12 Iwate: Land of History and Horses Sep 21, 2024

Chibita is a friendly cat who lives at a souvenir shop near Chusonji Temple, a World Heritage Site. Popo lives at a horseback riding club with 20 horses! At a rose garden, we meet handsome Kikujiro.

EP13 Kagawa: A Cat Island Paradise Sep 28, 2024

Sanagijima Island is home to lots of free-roaming cats. Kuji rests on some cool shrine steps. Other cats hang out close to the sea, carefully making their way along a seawall. What are they doing?

EP14 Tsugaru: A Playful Autumn Oct 05, 2024

Ricky was born in an apple orchard. It's a perfect playground for mischievous kittens! Peh spends the autumn in golden rice fields, hiding and hunting grasshoppers. Watch out for his pounce!

EP15 Fukui: Tojinbo Cliffs and Lacquerware Oct 12, 2024

Kuro fearlessly patrols the rugged and rocky Tojinbo Cliffs and the nearby shopping street. Quu lives at a lacquerware workshop. She makes her owner's legs fall asleep when she sits on his lap!

EP16 Hakodate: The Bounties of a Seaside City Nov 03, 2024

The seaside town of Hakodate has long flourished as a port. One savvy cat waits by a fisherman, hoping he'll share his catch! We meet more local cats at a fish market and a historic graveyard.

EP17 Karuizawa: A Relaxing Summer Retreat Nov 10, 2024

Karuizawa is cool even in summer, making it a popular resort town. We meet local cats at a fashionable home goods shop and a restaurant in a remodeled folk home. They're sure to bring in customers!

EP18 Yamagata: A Glimpse of Japanese Beauty Nov 17, 2024

We visit a cat at a serene temple garden with a 500-year history. Then, we encounter cats with artisan owners, including a knitting expert and a man who hand carves shogi (Japanese chess) pieces.

EP19 Aichi: A Cat Temple and Ceramics Nov 24, 2024

At a temple once believed to have been home to a dragon, we meet 20 playful cats. They show off their favorite spots and play together. Next, we visit Tokoname and meet a real-life beckoning cat!

EP20 Ibaraki: Cats in a Surfer's Paradise Dec 01, 2024

A cat hangs out with her owners, a family of surfers who run a beach café. This cool cat gets along with her family's dog, too! Next, we meet a shy cat at a surfboard and skateboard shop.

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Released: 11 February 2022 Returning Series

Producted By: NHK Enterprises

Country: Japan

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Official Website: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/shows/catseye

Synopsis

Globe-trotting wildlife photographer and filmmaker, Iwago Mitsuaki, offers the best of a vast collection of cat footage he took in Japan. On this unique trip around the country, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats!

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Cast

Mitsuaki Iwago

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NHK Enterprises