Nikki is a sweet heart that was rescued from starvation in Fukushima.

Kitten covered in mouse trap glue and left out in the rain to die is now happy and searching for a permanent home.

Words by Hannah Davenport. Photography by Fernanda De Icaza.

Some new JCN 2016 merchandise has arrived just in time for the holiday season- order now!

Toilet trouble meant a messy start to the week, but with two cats in new foster homes we've still got plenty to be happy about.

Celebrating our wonderful volunteers with a big night out, thanking this week's amazing donors, and heading out to help residents in Fukushima's evacuated areas.

Fresh faces, healthy animals, and shopping for a great cause - we're all smiles at the shelter!

Tokyo 2 Tohoku fundraisers visit the shelter, the Association of Foreign Wives of Japanese raise funds for JCN, and Jim feeds more cows.

Riker is adopted into a new family, Jim feeds cows in the evacuated zone, and volunteer Steve sets off on his next adventure.

We say goodbye to a few volunteers, and welcome lots of guests!

It's been such a great start to the year that we want to share what's going on at the Inawashiro shelter with you!

Our Sweet Soirèe benefit is running the whole month of February. Check out our new video to learn more!

Show your support for the cats and dogs of Fukushima with our new shirts. Get in quick for a limited time only discount!

Most animal lovers understand that our world is far from perfect. Having seen the highs and lows of caring about our four legged friends, we’ve decided that the human animal relationship is a worthy investment. Every new year brings new lessons and new challenges. Looking ahead, here are some ideas for putting our best paws forward.