[Notice] Regarding Model Cat Cha-chan's Break

Thank you for your continued patronage of Poponeko.

Today, we have an important announcement regarding our beloved model cat, Cha-chan.

To focus on her recovery, Cha-chan will be taking a temporary break from her modeling work.

On the morning of May 22nd, Cha-chan's owner, photographer Fujimoto, noticed something unusual: "She hadn't urinated since the night before." He rushed her to the animal hospital, where she was diagnosed with "ureteral obstruction."

Abnormalities were found in her kidney values, leading to an emergency hospitalization and surgery.

At one point, she was in critical condition, and we were beside ourselves with worry, but thanks to Cha-chan's inherent vitality and strength, she safely overcame the crisis and was able to return home yesterday, May 30th.

She is currently recuperating slowly under the dedicated care of her beloved owner.

Our top priority is her recovery from surgery. We hope she can rest peacefully in a calm environment, regaining her physical and mental health at her own pace.

To all the fans who always look forward to Cha-chan's activities, as well as all related parties, we sincerely apologize for the great concern this news may cause.

We would be grateful if you could watch over her warmly until the day we can show you a healthy and energetic Cha-chan again.

We appreciate your continued support for Cha-chan and Poponeko.

May 31, 2026
Poponeko Inc.
Representative Director, Kazuaki Kuriyama

■Here are some photos of Cha-chan during her hospitalization. She has since been discharged and is recuperating at home.