Newbery Medal Winner, 1931

Set in old Japan, The Cat Who Went to Heaven tells the moving story of a humble artist and his devoted white cat. Guided by spiritual tradition, the man believes that only certain creatures may enter heaven-yet his heart quietly questions what true purity really means.

Written with lyrical simplicity and deep emotional resonance, this beloved classic invites readers into a world where kindness outweighs rigid belief, and where even the smallest soul may find its place among the divine.