Japanese Cat Temple Has Cat Monks And It's The Cutest Place On Earth
Japan keeps finding new ways to surprise cat lovers, and this one might be the cutest yet. Nyan Nyan Ji, which translates to Meow Meow Temple, is a real cat temple in Kyoto where feline residents take center stage.
At the temple, visitors can meet Koyuki, the head cat monk, along with her kitty assistants, plus cat-filled artwork, souvenirs, and even themed food. It is the kind of place that feels made for anyone who has ever stopped to pet a stray and immediately fallen in love.
With three generations of cat monks already part of the story, this tiny temple has become a full-on internet favorite. Read on.
The Meow Meow Temple is located in Kyoto, Japan
When visiting the Nyan Nyan Temple in Kyoto, you will be greeted by the current cat monk named Koyuki.
This is Koyuki, the temple's head monk. Koyuki loves interacting with her 'worshipers,' according to her owner.
"This temple was opened by painter Toru Kaya with the theme of his favorite cat."
The temple has a very specific kind of charm.
The temple is filled with statues and drawings featuring cats. You can also buy souvenirs from the temple shop 'Littlefootmark Ren.'
The cat monk, Koyuki, is very beloved and happens to be the most popular feline at the temple.
The temple opened only in 2016.
Although Koyuki isn't the first cat monk, there have already been three generations of cat monks.
Ready to be worshipped!
The temple also has 'cat assistants' who are definitely not as beloved as Koyuki, but they are still very cute.
Such adorable kitties!
If you're ever planning on visiting this temple, here's the address: 520 Yasekonoecho, Sakyo-Ku, Kyoto 601-1253, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan.
The cat lineup does not stop with Koyuki.
Speaking of cute temple tourism, this is like Japan’s capybara café that outshines cat coffee shops.
I wonder what he's thinking right now.
All dressed up and pretty!
An actual ball of fur.
There's also a café where you can get cat-themed food.
It looks delicious!
Take me there now, please...
People online were completely charmed by the temple.
People on the internet had a lot of different reactions to this temple:
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