Cat stationmaster gives hope to struggling Japan railway to draw visitors
CHIBA, Japan (Kyodo) -- A cat stationmaster at a local Japanese train station is drawing fans and boosting merchandise sales as the struggling railway
In Choshi, Japan, a cat has become the unlikely hero for a struggling railway operator. Chiba Prefecture's Nakanocho Station welcomed a cat named Nakano-san after she was rescued last October. Though thin and suffering from a cold, the feline gradually recovered and proved to be a valuable addition to the station's staff. Nakano-san officially began her duties as a stationmaster in May, working about once a week due to the summer heat.
Her arrival has drawn fans eager for photos and videos of the adorable feline, sparking a boost in merchandise sales and attracting more tourists to the area. Remi Magami, Nakano-san's secretary, expressed hope that the cat would encourage people to visit Choshi, calling her "like a relative's child" and noting her curiosity, affection, and playfulness.
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