Izanami was named after the goddess of creation who gave birth to the Japanese archipelago. | HIROKO SUESADA SHARE/SAVE X Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Threads Email Print Bookmark story Copy link Apr 21, 2026
This black-and-white beauty is Izanami, named after the goddess of creation who gave birth to the Japanese archipelago.
Izanami used to live on the streets and birthed quite a number of kittens herself. A kind soul in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, gave her and two of her grown kittens a home, and later entrusted them all to ARK.
An “incredibly calm, cool and collected” cat, Izanami will make a great companion for someone with a quiet home. | HIROKO SUESADA
Only 5 years old, Izanami is an “incredibly calm, cool and collected” cat once she settles in, according to an ARK staff member. Preferring peace and quiet over games, she loves being stroked and gets a little chatty from time to time.
Izanami will make a perfect companion for someone who is looking for a special friend to chill with in a tranquil home.
If you are interested in adopting, email ARK at [email protected] or call 050-1557-2763 (English or Japanese) Monday to Saturday (bilingual) for more information. Animal Refuge Kansai (with offices in Kansai and Tokyo) is an NPO founded by U.K. native Elizabeth Oliver. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals. All animals are vaccinated, neutered and microchipped. Prospective owners are required to undergo a screening process. Web: www.arkbark.net
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