Archive · 16 Dec 2025
Beloved Cat Stationmaster Nitama Passes Away
Nitama was a special cat who worked as a train stationmaster in Japan.
She was very loved by many people.
Nitama started her job in 2015 and worked for ten years.
She was the second cat to have this important job.
Sadly, Nitama passed away in November 2023.
Many fans came to say goodbye at her funeral.
She was 15 years old, which is quite old for a cat.
Nitama's predecessor, Tama, was also a calico cat.
Both cats brought joy to the community and were cherished by many.
Nitama, a 15-year-old calico cat, served as a train stationmaster on the Kishigawa Line in Kinokawa, Japan.
She was appointed in 2015, succeeding Tama, the previous feline stationmaster.
Nitama passed away in November 2023, leaving many admirers heartbroken.
Over 500 fans attended Nitama's funeral to pay their respects.
Nitama's tenure as stationmaster lasted for a decade, making her a beloved figure in the community.
- Who
- Nitama, a 15-year-old calico cat
- What
- Passed away in November 2023
- When
- November 2023
- Where
- Kishigawa Line, Kinokawa, Japan
- Why
- Natural causes (age-related)
- Name
- Nitama
- Age
- 15 years
- Position
- Train stationmaster
- Location
- Kishigawa Line, Kinokawa, Japan
- Tenure
- 2015-2023
- Predecessor
- Tama
- Funeral Attendance
- Over 500 fans