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Anime Cats Who Deserve Their Own Series
- Tawney Vaughan
- Jun 20, 2025
- 4 min read
Updated: Jul 28
Celebrating Our Feline Heroes
Anime cats have been a significant part of the narrative landscape for decades. Their charm and unique characteristics make them unforgettable. In this post, we explore some of the most beloved feline characters and envision their very own series. Each concept promises delightful adventures and heartwarming stories.
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We've compiled a list of our favorite anime cats who deserve their very own Anime Series!
1. Happy – Fairy Tail
Genre: Wholesome Adventure / Kids
Show Concept:
A feel-good, Saturday morning-style series where Happy goes on magical quests to help young wizards-in-training. Think Dora the Explorer meets Fairy Tail—only with more fish, flying, and Exceed-level puns. Each episode includes a lesson on friendship, bravery, or teamwork with Happy solving magical mysteries across Fiore.
2. Luna – Sailor Moon
Genre: Magical Girl Origins / Supernatural Drama
Show Concept:
Set during the Moon Kingdom’s golden age, Luna’s series would reveal her life before she met Usagi. She navigates palace intrigue, cosmic diplomacy, and prepares for the fall of the Silver Millennium. Imagine Game of Thrones meets classic Sailor Moon—with elegant gowns and cat wisdom galore.
3. The Catbus – My Neighbor Totoro
Genre: Surreal Fantasy / Studio Ghibli Vibes
Show Concept:
A whimsical anthology following the Catbus as it secretly transports spirits, children, and magical beings across Japan. Each episode tells a standalone story filled with heart and wonder—kind of like Mushishi, but viewed through the eyes of a cat-shaped vehicle.
4. Kuro – Blue Exorcist
Genre: Action Comedy / Monster of the Week
Show Concept:
Kuro takes on exorcist missions that no one else wants—with chaos and comedy in equal measure. He partners with a rotating crew of magical misfits while trying not to burn down the summoning shrines. Imagine a crankier version of Detective Conan, with feline fury.
5. Morgana – Persona 5
Genre: Teen Noir / Heist of the Week
Show Concept:
A slick, stylish spin-off where Morgana assembles his own Phantom Thief team. Set in a different Japanese city, they tackle twisted hearts and unravel dark secrets—all while Morgana secretly searches for his true identity. Think Lupin III meets Persona—with some cat naps in between.
6. Jiji – Kiki’s Delivery Service
Genre: Slice of Life / Cozy Witch Vibes
Show Concept:
After Kiki leaves for more training, Jiji has to hold down the magical fort. Between dealing with enchanted deliveries and local gossip, Jiji finds himself in over his tiny black head. This series could be like Natsume’s Book of Friends meets Chobits, but all from the perspective of a sarcastic black cat.
7. Buyo – Inuyasha
Genre: Comedy / Modern Meow-schief
Show Concept:
Set in the present day, Buyo gets accidentally transported through the well and becomes a fish-out-of-water (or cat-out-of-era) traveler in Feudal Japan. Hijinks ensue as he bumps into demon drama and ancient magic. If Inuyasha was the epic, this is the gag reel with paws.
8. Blair – Soul Eater
Genre: Ecchi Action Comedy
Show Concept:
A more adult-oriented series where Blair runs her own magical odd-jobs business while trying to flirt her way out of trouble. It’s a blend of Panty & Stocking meets Witch Hat Atelier—glamorous, mischievous, and absolutely chaotic.
9. Meowth – Pokémon
Genre: Redemption Journey / Drama-Comedy
Show Concept:
Meowth goes solo, leaving Team Rocket to find his place in the world. Along the way, he reconnects with Pokémon who feel outcast, becoming an accidental mentor. This show will combine surprising heart and comedy—like Pokémon: Origins meets BoJack Horseman, but way more hopeful.
10. Madara / Nyanko-sensei – Natsume’s Book of Friends
Genre: Supernatural / Yokai Lore
Show Concept:
A prequel series that delves into Madara's centuries-long journey through the world of spirits and humans. He’s a powerful yokai with surprising depth. Viewers would finally see how he earned the respect (and fear) of the yokai realm. This narrative would resemble Mushi-shi or The Ancient Magus’ Bride, but narrated by a sake-loving fat cat.
Cat | Anime | Manga Available? |
Happy | Fair Tail | Yes |
Luna | Sailor Moon | Yes |
Catbus | My Neighbor Totoro | Yes |
Morgana | Persona 5 | Yes |
Jiji | Kiki's Delivery Service | Yes |
Buyo | Inuyasha | Yes |
Blair | Soul Eater | Yes |
Meowth | Pokemon | Yes |
Madara / Nyanko-Sensei | Natsume's Book of Friends | Yes |
Final Thoughts:
Anime cats aren’t just sidekicks—they’re icons. These solo series could bring joy, depth, and plenty of meows to screens everywhere. As 90s and 00s kids who used to hide our Sailor Moon VHS tapes behind our DBZ box sets, we deserve this level of feline-centered service.
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