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Neko no Ongaeshi

Synopsis: "Neko no Ongaeshi", also known as "The Cat Returns", is an anime film that follows the life of Haru, an ordinary girl who saves the life of a mysterious cat and ends up being rewarded with a life of feline adventures. As Haru is transported into the world of cats, she faces challenges and unexpected encounters, learning valuable lessons about courage, friendship, and the true meaning of being herself. With a charming mix of comedy, action and fantasy, this captivating anime promises to take viewers to a world of pure imagination and fun.

Table of Content
- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Manga and Products
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Games, OVAs, Movies
- Meaning
- Related
- FAQ

Information

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Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Neko no Ongaeshi
  • Anime Name in Japanese: 猫の恩返し
  • Anime Name in English: The Cat Returns
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Production information

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  • Studios: Studio Ghibli

Anime Information

  • Type: Movie
  • Episodes: 1
  • Date: 20-jul.-02
  • Genres: Aventura, Premiado, Drama, Fantasia, Antropomórfico
  • Subjects: Animation
  • Target: Shoujo

Anime Reviews

  • note: 7.72
  • Popularity: 870

Video Trailer/Opening

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  • Name: Neko no Ongaeshi Trailer/OP
  • Cover: https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1176/138720.jpg
  • Date: 2024-04-08T15:02:47-03:00
  • Curiosities

    Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Neko no Ongaeshi": 

    • "Neko no Ongaeshi", also known as "The Cat Returns", is a Japanese animated film directed by Hiroyuki Morita and produced by Studio Ghibli.
    • The film was released in 2002 and is based on a manga of the same name written by Aoi Hiiragi.
    • The story follows a young girl named Haru, who saves a cat from being run over and ends up discovering that he is a prince of the Cat Kingdom and that she has been chosen to marry him.
    • Along his journey, Haru meets several interesting characters, such as the fat cat Muta and the elegant Baron Humbert von Gikkingen.
    • The film is a mix of fantasy, adventure and comedy, with beautiful animation and a charming soundtrack.
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    Manga and Products from Neko no Ongaeshi

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    Main Characters

    Below is the main characters of: "Neko no Ongaeshi"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

    • Haru Yoshioka - The protagonist of the film, a girl who saves a cat on the street and ends up discovering that he is a prince of the Cat Kingdom.
    • Baron Humbert von Gikkingen - The cat that Haru saves, who is actually a noble anthropomorphic cat and helps Haru deal with his situation in the Cat Kingdom.
    • Yuki - Baron's younger sister, a cat who also has the ability to transform into a human and who helps Haru on her journey in the Cat Kingdom.
    • Natoru - One of the Cat Kingdom's employees, responsible for maintaining order and ensuring that Haru fulfills her duties as the cat king's special guest.
    • The Cat King - The king of the Cat Kingdom, a giant and extravagant cat who decides Haru's fate upon his arrival in the kingdom.

    Summary and events

    • Haru saves a cat on the street and discovers that he is actually Prince Lune of the Cat Kingdom
    • Haru is taken to the Cat Kingdom and finds herself transformed into a cat.
    • She knows a variety of eccentric characters
    • Haru is promised to Prince Lune, but questions if she belongs to the Cat Kingdom or the human world
    • She embarks on a journey of self-discovery, facing challenges and dealing with her own doubts.
    • In the end, Haru makes an important decision and returns to the world of humans.

    What happens in the end?

    In "Neko no Ongaeshi" (also known as "The Cat Returns"), the protagonist Haru saves a cat from being run over, and in gratitude, the royal family of cats invites her to the Cat Kingdom. There, she is forced to marry the cat prince, but with the help of a cat named Baron, Haru manages to escape and return to the world of humans. At the end of the story, Baron and Haru face one last battle against the cats of the Kingdom to ensure the safety of both worlds. With much courage and determination, they manage to defeat the antagonist and restore peace between humans and cats. Haru returns to her world, and although she has lost the ability to communicate with Baron, she keeps the memory of her adventure in the Cat Kingdom forever. It's a captivating story about friendship, courage, and learning to follow your own path.

    GAMES, MOVIES, OVAs and SPECIALS

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    • Neko no Ongaeshi - PlayStation 2
    • Neko no Ongaeshi: Nyan to Sweater - Nintendo DS

    See below a list of OVAs, Specials, and Movies related to anime: Neko no Ongaeshi

    • The Cat Returns

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    Meaning of Neko no Ongaeshi

    Let's look at the translation of each word and explanation of the anime's name: 

    猫の恩返し
    • 猫 (neko) - means "cat"
    • の (no) - possessive particle, indicates that the following term belongs to the previous one
    • 恩返し (ongaesha) - means "return of a favor" or "repayment"
    The name of the anime "猫の恩返し" (Neko no Ongaeshi) can be translated as "The Cat's Gratitude" or "The Cat's Return". The meaning of the title suggests that the story involves a cat that repays a favor or help it received, indicating that the anime likely addresses themes like gratitude, reciprocity, and the importance of recognizing the good deeds of others.

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    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

    Neko no Ongaeshi has a total of 1 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
    You can watch the anime Neko no Ongaeshi on Crunchyroll, Netflix, or any other streaming site where the work is available. Availability will depend on your current location.
    The decision to produce new seasons of the anime Neko no Ongaeshi usually depends on various factors, such as DVD/Blu-ray sales, merchandise, popularity of the original material. This information can be found throughout the page. The anime's popularity reached on "MyAnimeList" the following number of members: 870