Land of the Rising Cat: Japan's Feline Fascination is a lively and richly illustrated cultural compendium that explores and celebrates Japan's cat mania. In a country where millions of cat lovers exist, cats are not just pets but cultural icons: they appear in coffee bars, hotel lobbies, museums, and some even serve as stationmasters. The author dissects the origins of this fascination and traces its growth throughout Japanese society. She takes the reader to cat shrines and festivals, interviews toy artisans, fashion designers, and architects, and explores the role of cats in manga, social media, and pop culture. Through countless photographs and stories, readers gain a compelling insight into how cats are deeply interwoven with Japanese culture, mythology and everyday life.