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Cats in Japan Cats also play an important role in Japanese culture. The Maneki-neko (招き猫), or “beckoning cat,” is a common talisman believed to bring good luck and fortune. According to legend, a cat saved a person from a lightning strike by beckoning them to come closer.
Cat Jumps: Cats can jump up to six times their body length.
Cats can sense earthquakes and other natural disasters seconds before they occur.
Delicate Physiology: Cats can survive on minimal amounts of water. They get most of their moisture from food. Wild cats, for example, rarely drink water, as they obtain it from their prey.