ねこねこ日本史 (2019)

"Neko Neko Nihonshi" is a Japanese manga series created by Kenji Sonishi, which was also adapted into a TV anime that aired on NHK E-Tele from April 2016 to March 2021. The series anthropomorphizes historical figures from Japanese history as cats, vividly depicting famous people and events. The manga is serialized on Jitsugyo no Nihon Sha's online manga website "COMIC Ruelle," and a spin-off manga, "Neko Neko Nihonshi Heroes & Heroines," is published in the "Yomiuri KODOMO Newspaper." The stories use a lighthearted and humorous approach to introduce children to Japanese history, making it highly popular among elementary school students. The anime adaptation expands upon the original manga, incorporating original storylines and characters, offering viewers a richer and more colorful cat-themed historical world. A theatrical anime film, "Neko Neko Nihonshi: Ryoma's Chaotic Time Travel," was also released, allowing audiences to embark on fun time-traveling adventures with the cat protagonists. Overall, "Neko Neko Nihonshi" has successfully captivated audiences of all ages with its unique cat-centric perspective and lighthearted narratives, becoming a widely popular cultural phenomenon.