cover image by Jin
Alleys are embedded with many stories. Perhaps the ones who know these stories best are the cats.
The Entire Alley is Their Home
Even in complex, intricate alleys, alley cats run without hesitation. They even know secret passages unknown to us humans.
They stroll leisurely through narrow paths, bask in the sun, chat with other alley cats, and seem to lead a graceful slow life.
Image by mapo.
Image by ぽんこつらぁめん
Learning a Free Lifestyle from Cats
On the other hand, we can't live exactly like alley cats. However, by taking inspiration from their way of life, we might enrich our own lives.
Wandering aimlessly and taking a stroll without a destination might not be a bad idea.
Why not take a break from the daily grind of deadlines and tasks? The extraordinary experiences and discoveries in the world of alleys might bring peace to your heart.
Perhaps, a cat might guide you on your way...
Image by ユウキ /Yuki
Viewing Alleys from a Cat's Perspective
When taking photos of alleys, try capturing them from a cat's viewpoint for new discoveries. You might see things invisible to us, revealing a whole new world.
However, be careful not to stress the cats when photographing them. Flash can be particularly harmful and may even cause blindness.
Let's approach alley photography with the mindset that we are guests in their world!
At cizucu, we are holding a campaign from April 4, 2024 (Thursday) to April 10, 2024 (Wednesday), encouraging you to post with the hashtag #路地. Selected photos will receive a gift from cizucu, so feel free to participate!
