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50+ Unique Japanese Cat Names

Published: July 20, 2021 by David Em Updated: June 6, 2022
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Need a name for your new kitty? Whether you’re Japanese or love the culture, find out what the best Japanese cat names are.

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Unique Japanese cat names for males or females
Female Japanese cat names
Male Japanese cat names
Japanese cat names inspired by food
Orange kitten laying on a white fur blanket.
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Unique Japanese cat names for males or females

If you want a popular and unique Japanese name that works for male or female cats, choose any of the following:

  • Akari (light).
  • Ao (blue).
  • Chibi (little).
  • Fuji.
  • Haru (spring).
  • Hoshi (star).
  • Izumi (fountain).
  • Kiyoshi (pure).
  • Kumo (snow).
  • Maru (circle).
  • Midori (green).
  • Mori (forest).
  • Nyan (meow).
  • Riki (strong).
  • Sora (sky).
  • Tae (endure).
  • Tanoshii (pleasant).
  • Tsuki (moon).
  • Yami (darkness).
  • Yoshi (good or good luck).

Female Japanese cat names

The following are the best female Japanese cat names:

  • Aiko (beloved little one).
  • Aisuru (love).
  • Emi (smile).
  • Etsuko (child of joy).
  • Hana (flower).
  • Hime (princess).
  • Sakura (cherry blossoms).
  • Shinju (pearl).
  • Shiro (white).
  • Yuki (snow).

Male Japanese cat names

The best male Japanese cat names are as follows:

  • Akio (bright).
  • Eichi (wisdom).
  • Haruto (fly).
  • Hinata (sunny place).
  • Kazan (volcano).
  • Kuma (bear).
  • Naoki (honest).
  • Raidon (thunder god).
  • Ryu (dragon).
  • Senshi (warrior).
  • Tora (tiger).

Japanese cat names inspired by food

Are you a foodie and want your cat to have a name inspired by food? The following are the best options:

  • Dashi (broth).
  • Mashumaro (marshmallow).
  • Matcha.
  • Miruku (milk).
  • Moka (mocha).
  • Momo (peach).
  • Onigiri.
  • Sashimi.
  • Sushi.
  • Udon.
  • Unagi.

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