Koko: From the English “Koko” or “Coco.” Maron: From the French word for chestnut. Rin: Bell, cold. These are some of the all-time most popular Japanese cat names, both in Japan and around the world.

Jessica is a writer for Game Rant with a background in language-focused content. She is fluent in Japanese and got her start writing articles teaching about the culture and language. She graduated ...

If you go to Japan, there’s a chance you might meet someone with an unusual name – such as “Nike,” “Pikachu” or “Pudding.” While still a minority, these names have grown in popularity over recent ...

Animal cafes in Japan offer a charming and unexpected way to relax while connecting with animals in thoughtfully designed ...

What kind of relationship did Japanese people and animals have during the early modern Edo period (1603–1868)? An exhibition exploring this historical relationship through ukiyo-e (traditional ...