Cat Postcard – “Gashin Shōtan”

Cat Postcard – “Gashin Shōtan”

This evocative Japanese postcard features a ginger cat dusted with fresh snow, calmly perched on a tree branch amid a quiet winter scene. Paired with the phrase 「臥薪嘗胆」(Gashin Shōtan), the image balances gentle humour with quiet resilience, turning a moment of cold endurance into something contemplative and endearing. Ideal for sending an encouraging message, seasonal greetings, or displaying as a thoughtful visual reminder of patience and perseverance.

Product Features:

• Postcard size: 100 × 148 mm
• Made from quality paper
• Single postcard
• Made in Japan

Fun Fact:
「臥薪嘗胆」 is a classical idiom meaning “to endure hardship in order to achieve a goal,” originating from ancient Chinese history and widely used in Japan to express quiet determination—making its pairing with an unbothered, snow-covered cat both poetic and subtly humorous.