Top 50 Best Anime Cats [Most Popular of All Time]

Cats are the cutest like couples! They are also incredibly intelligent if some of their online videos are to be believed.

They hail from a long line of historical greatness and have enormous amounts of mystery and beauty attributed to their species.

In this article, we at Entoin decided to cover some ‘inspired’ kitty cats. To achieve this, we chose to dive into the world of anime.

In anime, nearly every character plays a role, big or small.

This logic extends to pets and animals in this genre, particularly cats.

Felines have become an almost essential part of anime, and they are not often put there for show.

Their roles range from the cutest to the most significant in furthering the plot.

1. Meowth

2. Artemis & Luna

The core duty of these two characters (in the series) is to instill the importance of magical young girls having their own magical pet companions. And what cute little companions these two turn out to be!

3. Kyo

4. Lucky

The “Fairy Tail” anime has fandoms all over the world, especially among anime cat lovers.

5. The Baron

6. Chachamaru

Soon, a cat called Chachamaru makes his appearance. At first, he appears too adorable to be associated with anything diabolical. This tricolor calico has beautiful brown, black, and white spots on his body, enough to make anyone want to pet him instead of fear him.

7. Doraemon

He is sent back in time to help the main character, Noby. Making ample use of the ‘4th Dimensional Secret Gadget Pocket’ situated smack in the middle of his belly, Doraemon fishes out all sorts of secret gadgets to help Noby.

8. Nyamsus

Her role in the “Nyan Koi!” anime is defined and important, one that fans have come to appreciate.

9. Piro

Translated in Russian, this Catto’s name means ‘Fried Pork Bun’, which makes her sound leagues cuter.

There’s a moment in this series when Piro’s disappearance was a point of concern for fans. A strong emotional arc follows this kitty within the storyline, making her an integral part of the narrative in “Kanon”.

10. Haru Mikazuki

With her unforgettable tragic back story and wonderful emotion-driven moments, Haru is an important addition to this master list of anime kitties.

11. Cait Sith

The “Final Fantasy” franchise is as anime as it gets. Besides, we wanted to take a quick break from talking about cats within the illustrated realm of anime.

With Cait Sith, fans received a playable character who is no pushover.

12. Sphynx

This is a memorable anime for a variety of reasons, most importantly the way it conveys the importance of adopting pets. The main character Index saves one such kitty from a harsh life on the streets, and that’s how Sphynx the cat enters this well-written series.

13. Takkun

Adopted by Mamimi, this little black Catto is all kinds of adorable.

14. Pantherlily

His being a member of the reputed ‘Fairy Tail Guild’ adds to his legendary status in this popular series. He despises noisy people (who doesn’t) and is a grumpy cat most of the time.

15. Chimaera

Tōka Takanashi’s interactions with her are fun to watch, seeing as she’s allergic to cats in general. Not that Chimaera cares, though. Around season two’s finale, we see this cat becoming the proud mom of six adorable kittens.

16. Nanashi

Additionally, this cat’s story linked to the character Misae in the series has gathered countless admirers. That sweet smile and those big eyes on his itty-bitty face are enough to bring most viewers to the brink of a giant cute attack.

17. Lecter

We are covering yet another Exceed cat on our list from the evergreen “Fairy Tail” anime. As if Lecter was not powerful enough, he is also a skilled Mage in this show.

From his red fur to that smug expression on his kitty face, it is not surprising to realize that Lecter has his own set of fans despite being one of the most arrogant cats in the series, and the most egotistic one on this list.

18. Muta

Though he plays a supporting role in this superb anime film, fans have enjoyed nearly everything this large cat brought to the movie. Anyone can be a star when they find themselves in a Studio Ghibli production.

Remember The Baron cat we detailed earlier? Muta’s his chubby companion at the ‘Cat Bureau’.

With Muta the grumpy cat, fans were amused at the sheer sarcastic potential contained in this kitty. Add a generous dose of condescension and an immense appetite, and this is one cat who’s earned his place on our list.

19. Puar

A shape-shifter and Yamcha’s best buddy, this next Catto brings exceptional loyalty and care into the “Dragon Ball” anime.

His unconditional faith in Yamcha sets him apart from all the cats in the crowd. This cute blue wide-grinning egg-hatched cat has its fanbase.

He can also be devious when he wants to be, and did we mention he can shape-shift? This kitty has witnessed and lived through some of the most game-changing moments in the “Dragon Ball” franchise.

20. Bub

Family cat to the Furuyas, Bub brings a bucketload of quality to the “Sankarea” anime. Some interesting death and reanimation narratives drive this story forward.

Bub’s technically an un-dead kitty, one who met with an accident and couldn’t quite be reanimated.

The way the writers managed to work in resurrection potions, characterization excellence, and feline other-worldliness all do this show great credit.

21. Marl

We covered Happy from this same anime earlier, but found ourselves wondering ‘Where does he get it from?’ This led us straight to mama-cat, namely Marl.

From her memorable matronly looks to her sweet voice, this cat may be far beyond her kitten years but still exudes innocent charm.

Her kindness and willingness to help often save Happy and Carla from some tight spots. Marl’s compassion was also how Shagotte even flew again.

She is more understanding than others of her kind, namely Exceed, making her more than worth adding to this list of best anime cats.

22. Tailmon

Partner with Yagami Hikari in the amazing and well-paced “Digimon Adventure” series, this next cat on our list brings a lot to the table. Her ‘evolutionary’ arc is admirable, more so given the circumstances in which she grew to become Tailmon.

23. Aria Pokoteng

A blue-eyed kitty, serving as a mascot that brings good luck… Fans found this and more in “Aria the Animation”. The President of ‘Aria Company’, Pokoteng seems to have his work cut out for him.

Thanks in good part to Akari and Alicia’s attentions, Pokoteng has become one of the most beloved chubby cats in anime. He adores eating, finds himself drawn to President Hime, and is particularly repelled by President Maa.

24. Poyo Satou

A round Catto named Poyo rolls onto our list. He can be found in all his rotund glory in the “Poyopoyo Kansatsu Nikki” anime, along with the family who adopted him.

The show is simple and sweet, ferrying viewers into an ‘everyday’ world, one that first originated in the manga created by Rū Tatsuki.

The character Hide is initially averse to this orange kitty but grows to like him as the show progresses. All in all, Poyo has become a household name owing to his high adorability quotient.

25. Kamineko

Touted to be Sakaki’s main antagonist in the “Azumanga Daioh” anime, this Catto is no walk in the park. We detailed Maya earlier, another sweet cat found in this series. But with Kamineko you get all fangs and no purrs.

His name translates to ‘biting cat’ or ‘evil cat’ in Japanese. Jaws akin to a bear trap and his tendency to keep snapping down on Sakaki each time she tries petting him has been an ongoing laugh-fest in this series.

26. Jibanyan

This fierce little orange cat wields fire like no man’s business. It’s adorable watching such a powerhouse kitty-kat sometimes give in to lethargy or simply choose to disregard Nate’s orders.

Play anything from his favorite music group, ‘Next HarMEOWny’, and he’s your friend.

27. Cheshire Cat

In what appears to be a well-transcripted alternate version of the famous “Alice In Wonderland” story, the “Pandora Hearts” anime has much worth appreciating.

The Cheshire Cat in this series is based on the original one, of course, but with some major twists. More like ‘twisted’.

This Catto can change into a human and back to cat form again. The anime harbors plenty of dark narratives, which have certainly rubbed off on this kitty.

28. Neko-Sensei

A tutor and a cat both rolled into one, Neko is at once annoying and welcome. His obsession with marriage may seem unhealthy at first. Just ask anyone single for a while and they will tell you that the whole idea is a rotten one.

But with Neko, duty comes first, failing which marriage to him should come soon after.

It is ironic and interesting to see him run away when the big moment finds him. He does eventually settle down, though.

29. Anpu

A fancy name for an otherwise straightforward anime, this series gave the world a clichéd cat but one that is still a favorite among anime pet lovers.

30. Puck

Carefree pseudo-spirit Puck serves as a protector to Emilia, who’s one of the characters in the “Re: Zero” anime movie.

This kitty is, canonically speaking, quite the powerhouse. It would have been a gross under-use of such potential if the writers failed to tap into this.

31. Maya

But one cat stands out from the bite-worthy crowd, and that’s Maya. Sasaki finds this cute kitty during a trip to Okinawa. Ironic, Maya happens to be a wild cat but one that is uncommonly comfortable with Sasaki getting close to her.

32. Karupin

Setting high cuteness standards for all anime cats, Karupin deserves recognition just for sheer adorability. Ryoma and he love each other so much that it becomes hard not to want something like that for ourselves.

This Catto adores his toys so much that he follows any characters who go carrying one of his playtime favorites.

33. Kaya

In the real world, you skip things like summoning demons or accidentally getting your pet kitty possessed with one.

Though grumpy and often on edge, Kaya manages to come across as amusing and worth watching. The English dubbed version of this show sees this kitty tearing several pages out of the potty-mouth book.

34. Memine

Anime: Death Parade

Residing on Viginti alongside Ginti, Memine is a black cat with green eyes who aids him in his duties as an arbiter.

Despite her feline nature, she showcases remarkable competence in her assigned tasks.

The name “Memine,” originating from Latin, meaning “remember,” suggests her ability to recall individuals like Mayu, potentially hinting at her present whereabouts.

Memine’s appearance features a truncated tail and a bandage wrapped around her right foreleg.

She embodies the characteristics of an obedient, intelligent, playful, and friendly cat.

Acting as Ginti’s assistant, she displays a clear understanding of her role in facilitating the execution of their games.

35. Shamisen

What at first appears to be your average stray cat soon becomes something magical. When Haruhi uses Shamisen in a game of her own making, granting him the role of familiar, confusions boil over and leave this kitty with the ability to talk.

Morals and philosophies are often Shamisen’s go-to conversation topics, but this feline with its deep voice and drown-worthy eyes makes a good case for magical anime cats.

36. Nekogami-Sama

His name quite literally means ‘Cat God’. This divine feline most certainly has powers, ones that he uses in the “Pani Poni Dash” anime to do the most bizarre thing… He stays within vending machines and makes sure all the drinks stay at a particular temperature.

Even when he has to leave the said machine, he finds a replacement to step in and carry on the task. Talk about a dutiful cat!

37. Arthur

Arthur’s a cat. That’s all. No demonic powers, no shape-shifting, no talking, no magic… Just your average kitty, takin’ it easy. That’s precisely why we wanted to add him to this list.

That, and because we could all do with a break this far into the article, dontchya think?

There was a singular moment in the “Code Geass” anime when Arthur stole Zero’s mask and made a run for it. He ran all over the school, giving fans of this anime a glance into what normal cats in real life usually do.

38. Korin

You will be forgiven for drawing any parallels to Master Shifu from “Kung Fu Panda”. This next kitty-kat is a veritable kung fu master, as seen in the “Dragon Ball” anime before everything went super-Saiyan.

This immortal cat, residing in a giant tower, is responsible for training the one and only Goku.

To be fair, the battle versus Cell could entirely have been avoided if this cat didn’t give the gang those dratted Senzu beans. But then again, where’s the fun in that? This fuzzy venerable old kitty is definitely “Dragon Ball” canon.

Fans have adored his contributions to the show’s narrative, let alone Goku’s character arc.

39. Mao

Mao, a Contractor in the series, has undergone various body transformations throughout his experiences. Originally taking refuge within a black cat’s body, Mao later shifted into a brown momonga after the cat’s demise.

Joining the Syndicate during his time at a university in Moscow, Mao’s mission was to investigate Mikhail Pavlichenko’s research. Unfortunately, he faced betrayal that resulted in the destruction of his body, trapping his consciousness within the black cat’s form.

40. Jiji

The titular protagonist of “Kiki’s Delivery Service” finds herself with a cat companion during her time training to be a witch. Witches and black cats have often gone wand in paw, and these two are more popular than they are clichés.

Some strange magic is afoot with the Japanese and American versions of this show; unintentionally, we bet. Jiji’s character in the Japanese version of the anime is cautious, has a feminine voice, and is as humble as she is adorable.

It is interesting to note a particular scene difference between the two anime versions. Kiki loses her capability to talk to Jiji in the Japanese version but regains that ability in the American version.

41. Kirara

In a series known for showcasing a plethora of demonic creatures, a demon cat seems almost at home. Following Sango around is a diabolical kitty called Kirara who has captured the love and cute admiration of fans everywhere.

Though this kitty cannot verbally communicate, like some of the other cats on this list, Kirara is still an intimidating creature packed into one small adorable package.

42. Kuro

When you think about it, cats have so often been associated with demons that it comes as no surprise to see one manifest in anime.

In “Blue Exorcist”, we see precisely such a thing happen in Kuro. Familiar with the show’s main character, Rin Okumura, this cat may seem playful but he is a rather capricious kitty.

Before his days as a familiar, the show reveals a moment when Kuro attacked several people for destroying a shrine that was dedicated to him.

The exorcist Shiro Fujimoto soon made Kuro an offer he couldn’t resist. Naturally, it involved wine. It was heartbreaking and memorable to see how deeply this cat felt for Shiro’s loss when the man passed away.

43. Kuroneko

Yet another black cat seems to have pounced onto our list, and she’s every bit as welcome as the rest of them. In the “Trigun” anime, we see a rather contrary kitty in Kuroneko.

The cat has a brilliant character task: she adds comic relief where needed, sometimes even enhancing the humor already present in a scene.

44. Sakamoto

Another unforgettable anime, “Nichijou – My Ordinary Life” sees Sakamoto the Catto being taken in by a caring family. Nano and Hakase are the show’s main characters, but Sakamoto brings his own to the plotline.

The cat, for all his cutesy looks, then sounded older and demanded respect. It makes for hilarious viewing to see how he’s treated, sometimes with venerability and other times not so much.

45. Bananya

To put it simply, every character in this anime is called Bananya, but a prefix to each name denotes what role each of them plays in their amusing animated community.

Step aside, Tabby and Elder Bananya, this cat has got everyone’s tongue…wagging while vocalizing its cute-sounding name. His story is well-pursued in the series and has made this anime stand out.

46. Madara

Nyanko-Sensei, or Madara as he’s otherwise called, is not your usual everyday chubby cat. He’s a Youkai and a powerful one at that.

Fans of the anime “Natsume’s Book Of Friends” will know that this Catto is only a chosen form for the Youkai and not an actual kitty in any realistic sense of the word.

This probably explains why Nyanko is as condescending as he is self-serving, traits that the meme community has often associated with cats.

In Nyanko-Sensei, fans received a feline that flies and one that can shape-shift.

Nyanko, on occasion, emits a strange light that has proven capable of scaring away other Youkai.

He may seem like a fat Catto, but this one packs incredible strength in its portly form.

47. Chi

This next Catto from the anime “Chi’s Sweet Home” apparently enjoys having its name printed big in the show’s title.

Heavily inspired by its manga version, this cat is anime to its core and every bit as adorable. This kitty also has a beautiful storyline.

Taken in by a family, the Stray Chi takes viewers through a sublime narrative that is equal parts heartbreaking and heartwarming.

The series itself is renowned for having voluminous episodes, but each one is only around three minutes long.

48. Nekobasu

This show’s a classic in the anime realm, and the Catbus character Nekobasu (the Japanese word for ‘Catbus’) has become a true pop culture icon.

From spoofs to special mentions and merchandise galore, you’ll find that this kitty is one of the most famous anime cats of all.

Not only have hit TV shows like “The Simpsons” and “Persona” made mention of this cat, but some of you may also be surprised to learn that he inspired the character of Appa in “Avatar: The Last Airbender”.

Seeing this cat do what it does, one immediately recalls the Cheshire Cat from “Alice In Wonderland”, whom the Catbus closely resembles in several regards.

49. Blair

You may have heard of the ‘little black dress’ but have you seen this ‘little black cat’ yet?

In the “Soul Eater” anime, she’s what they call a monster cat, and for good reason.

Do not be misled by its adorable appearance, this kitty can transform into a human at will.

Her outdoor forays may be amusing but cause this Catto to end up upsetting a lot of characters.

Just ask some of the main players in “Soul Eater”, and they’ll tell you that Blair is more witchy than Kitty.

This cat certainly packs some magical abilities, some of which involve the use of pumpkins.

How much more Halloween can you get?

50. Happy & Carla

We’re not trying to cheat here. Granted, these next two kitties on our list are not technically cats at all.

Buddy to the show’s protagonist, Happy the blue cat is as wacky as anime cats come.

His scenes with Carla (his female feline friend) are great to watch.

Both these furry cats are as captivating as their real-life counterparts.