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7.9 1h 44m

A Whisker Away

"The magic that brought us closer."

A peculiar girl transforms into a cat to catch her crush's attention. But before she realizes it, the line between human and animal starts to blur.

Top Cast

  • Mirai Shida

    Mirai Shida

    Miyo Sasaki / Taro (voice)

  • Natsuki Hanae

    Natsuki Hanae

    Kento Hinode (voice)

  • Koichi Yamadera

    Koichi Yamadera

    Mask Seller (voice)

  • Hiroaki Ogi

    Hiroaki Ogi

    Kusugi (voice)

  • Minako Kotobuki

    Minako Kotobuki

    Yoriko Fukase (voice)

  • Kensho Ono

    Kensho Ono

    Masamichi Isami (voice)

  • Susumu Chiba

    Susumu Chiba

    Yoji Sasaki (voice)

  • Ayako Kawasumi

    Ayako Kawasumi

    Kaoru Mizutani (voice)

  • Sayaka Ohara

    Sayaka Ohara

    Miki Saito (voice)

Overview

A peculiar girl transforms into a cat to catch her crush's attention. But before she realizes it, the line between human and animal starts to blur.

Rating

7.9 / 10
1,492 Reviews
4 Popular

1 Reviews

  • Alunauwie
    Alunauwie
    9 Aug 31, 2025

    A Whisker Away surprised with its beautiful animation and an engaging story centered around themes of escape and identity, especially through the lens of a girl who transforms into a cat. The film explores the internal struggles of the protagonist, Miyo, who feels unloved and misunderstood in her human life but finds comfort and affection when she becomes a cat. This emotional conflict is deepened by her complicated family background and her misunderstood feelings for Hinode. The story also touches on secondary characters’ issues, like Hinode’s family troubles and Kaoru’s relationship with her cat, enriching the narrative without overshadowing the main plot. Miyo’s journey is a compelling mix of fantasy and reality, with illusions planted by a mysterious mask seller adding tension and heightening her inner turmoil. The climax resolves these conflicts with satisfying character growth and repaired relationships, leaving a thoughtful and hopeful ending. Visually, the film is stunning, with smooth animation, dynamic scene transitions, and detailed backgrounds, especially delighting cat lovers with its varied and expressive feline characters. Voice acting is natural and fits perfectly with the mood, while the music and sound effects enhance the emotional atmosphere. Overall, A Whisker Away is an appealing film, particularly for those who love cats and heartfelt stories. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)

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