Strange Behavior of "Cat-Imagining" Internet User Raises Concerns; Initially Thought to Be Mourning a Deceased Cat

Many pet owners find themselves feeling nostalgic when they see places their pets loved or toys they used to play with after their pets pass away. Recently, a Japanese user on X, known by the nickname "nekokuruibito," has been discovered frequently posting photos that depict a fantasy of owning a cat. Initially, people assumed he was reminiscing about his deceased beloved cat, but further investigation revealed that he was merely imitating the actions of other cat owners, capturing photos with identical compositions, all while fantasizing about having a cat!

What’s Going On?

At first glance, some of his photos appear to show nothing significant or unclear subjects. However, "nekokuruibito" has become a topic of discussion online due to these seemingly mundane images. In reality, these photos represent his fantasy of having a cat lounging on his blanket.

The Discovery

People initially thought that "nekokuruibito" was mourning his late cat, which led him to frequently share these "fantasy cat ownership" photos. However, deeper investigation revealed that he was simply mimicking the poses and compositions of other cat owners in their photos, imagining himself as a cat owner.

The Reaction

This bizarre behavior naturally attracted considerable attention from netizens. Yet, since he only shares photos without accompanying text, many remain puzzled about his true intentions.

Examples of His Imitation

• Sharing a photo of a cat lying on a lap: He mimicked the composition in his own photo.


• Posting while doing push-ups with a cat licking his hand: Again, he replicated the same composition.


• Sharing a series of four photos playing with a beloved cat: He imitated the exact layout of those four pictures!

This intriguing phenomenon raises questions about the nature of pet ownership and nostalgia in the digital age. While "nekokuruibito" may not own a cat, his imaginative approach to connecting with the experience of being a pet owner has certainly captured the curiosity of many.