Supporting Protected Cats! Photobook 'Hidamarino Ashiato: Kiseki of Protected Cats' to be Released, Donating 3% of Sales
Yama-kei Publishers will release 'Hidamarino Ashiato: Kiseki of Protected Cats,' the first photobook by popular protected cat photographer Ryosuke Miyoshi, on May 13, 2026. 3% of the sales will be donated to animal protection organizations nationwide through the Public Interest Incorporated Association Animal Donation, contributing to the support of protected cats.
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Yama-kei Publishers, a company within the Impress Group that operates media businesses in the mountain and nature fields, has published 'Hidamarino Ashiato: Kiseki of Protected Cats' (authored by Ryosuke Miyoshi).
Over 500,000 SNS followers!
The first photobook by popular protected cat photographer Ryosuke Miyoshi.
The author, Ryosuke Miyoshi, works as a company employee while also engaging in cat protection activities and working as a protected cat photographer. His real-time updates on protection activities such as milk volunteering and rescue, along with his photos capturing adorable kittens with a gentle gaze, have garnered support, with his total SNS followers, primarily on Instagram, exceeding 500,000.
This book is a voluminous 128-page photobook featuring photos of protected cats he has taken, along with episodes about each cat and secret stories of protection activities, filled with laughter and sometimes tears. It also includes a column introducing a day in the life of a milk volunteer, a rescue record of Hikari, a protected cat who was almost blind, and interviews with three foster families. It is a fulfilling book that allows readers to learn about protected cat activities while being comforted by the lovable appearance of small kittens.
3% of sales will be donated to protected cats.
3% of the sales of this book will be donated to certified animal protection organizations nationwide through the Public Interest Incorporated Association Animal Donation. The donations will primarily be used as funds to support the lives of cats, such as medical expenses and food costs.
All cats appearing in this book are protected cats. They are now living happily with their respective families. At the end of the book, a list of the names of these 53 cats is included.
[Author Profile]
Ryosuke Miyoshi
Protected cat photographer. Born in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture. Total SNS followers, including Instagram, exceed 500,000. Has appeared on NHK documentaries and various other media. Also serves as a photography instructor for Canon and Adobe, and a judge for photo contests. He began his activities as a protected cat photographer in 2016 after being asked by a friend involved in cat protection activities to photograph kittens for adoption. Through his hobby of photography, he continues to share the charm of protected cats on social media. He also personally engages in milk volunteering. His goal is for as many people as possible to learn about and become interested in protected cats and protection activities through his photos. His beloved cat is Chacha, a protected cat.
Instagram @Ryostory1124
X @ryostory1124cat
[Book Information]
Title: Hidamarino Ashiato: Kiseki of Protected Cats
Author: Ryosuke Miyoshi
Release Date: May 13, 2026
Price: 1,980 yen (1,800 yen + 10% tax)
Format: A5 size
Pages: 128 pages
ISBN: 978-4-635-55028-4
https://www.yamakei.co.jp/products/2826550280.html
[Yama-kei Publishers] https://www.yamakei.co.jp/
Founded in 1930. In addition to its publishing business centered on the monthly magazine 'Yama to Keikoku' in the mountain, nature science, outdoor, lifestyle, and health-related fields, it also develops net media and services.
Furthermore, it is engaged in a solutions business aimed at regional revitalization with companies and local governments, with themes of mountaineering and outdoor activities.
[Impress Group] https://www.impressholdings.com/
A media group with Impress Holdings Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yuki Tsukamoto) as its holding company. It develops highly specialized media & services and solution businesses with 'IT,' 'Music,' 'Design,' 'Mountain/Nature,' 'Aviation/Railway,' 'Mobile Services,' and 'Academic/Science and Engineering' as its main themes. It also handles the development and operation of content business platforms.
[Contact for this matter]
Yama-kei Publishers Co., Ltd. Contact: Shirasuka
Jimbocho Mitsui Building, 1-105 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0051
TEL 03-6744-1900 E-mail: info@yamakei.co.jp
https://www.yamakei.co.jp/
d5875-7368-7c472a1b0501a4761b7e85b19f2ecbad.pdf
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Over 500,000 SNS followers!
The first photobook by popular protected cat photographer Ryosuke Miyoshi.
The author, Ryosuke Miyoshi, works as a company employee while also engaging in cat protection activities and working as a protected cat photographer. His real-time updates on protection activities such as milk volunteering and rescue, along with his photos capturing adorable kittens with a gentle gaze, have garnered support, with his total SNS followers, primarily on Instagram, exceeding 500,000.
This book is a voluminous 128-page photobook featuring photos of protected cats he has taken, along with episodes about each cat and secret stories of protection activities, filled with laughter and sometimes tears. It also includes a column introducing a day in the life of a milk volunteer, a rescue record of Hikari, a protected cat who was almost blind, and interviews with three foster families. It is a fulfilling book that allows readers to learn about protected cat activities while being comforted by the lovable appearance of small kittens.
3% of sales will be donated to protected cats.
3% of the sales of this book will be donated to certified animal protection organizations nationwide through the Public Interest Incorporated Association Animal Donation. The donations will primarily be used as funds to support the lives of cats, such as medical expenses and food costs.
All cats appearing in this book are protected cats. They are now living happily with their respective families. At the end of the book, a list of the names of these 53 cats is included.
[Author Profile]
Ryosuke Miyoshi
Protected cat photographer. Born in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture. Total SNS followers, including Instagram, exceed 500,000. Has appeared on NHK documentaries and various other media. Also serves as a photography instructor for Canon and Adobe, and a judge for photo contests. He began his activities as a protected cat photographer in 2016 after being asked by a friend involved in cat protection activities to photograph kittens for adoption. Through his hobby of photography, he continues to share the charm of protected cats on social media. He also personally engages in milk volunteering. His goal is for as many people as possible to learn about and become interested in protected cats and protection activities through his photos. His beloved cat is Chacha, a protected cat.
Instagram @Ryostory1124
X @ryostory1124cat
[Book Information]
Title: Hidamarino Ashiato: Kiseki of Protected Cats
Author: Ryosuke Miyoshi
Release Date: May 13, 2026
Price: 1,980 yen (1,800 yen + 10% tax)
Format: A5 size
Pages: 128 pages
ISBN: 978-4-635-55028-4
https://www.yamakei.co.jp/products/2826550280.html
[Yama-kei Publishers] https://www.yamakei.co.jp/
Founded in 1930. In addition to its publishing business centered on the monthly magazine 'Yama to Keikoku' in the mountain, nature science, outdoor, lifestyle, and health-related fields, it also develops net media and services.
Furthermore, it is engaged in a solutions business aimed at regional revitalization with companies and local governments, with themes of mountaineering and outdoor activities.
[Impress Group] https://www.impressholdings.com/
A media group with Impress Holdings Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yuki Tsukamoto) as its holding company. It develops highly specialized media & services and solution businesses with 'IT,' 'Music,' 'Design,' 'Mountain/Nature,' 'Aviation/Railway,' 'Mobile Services,' and 'Academic/Science and Engineering' as its main themes. It also handles the development and operation of content business platforms.
[Contact for this matter]
Yama-kei Publishers Co., Ltd. Contact: Shirasuka
Jimbocho Mitsui Building, 1-105 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0051
TEL 03-6744-1900 E-mail: info@yamakei.co.jp
https://www.yamakei.co.jp/
d5875-7368-7c472a1b0501a4761b7e85b19f2ecbad.pdf
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