In “Neko Atsume no Ie,” Atsushi Ito portrays Masaru Sakamoto, an author who relocates to a rural area in hopes of overcoming severe writer’s block. As he grapples with starting his new book, Masaru notices a stray cat and chooses to make it his friend. He starts leaving food for the charming feline, and soon his new residence becomes a haven for numerous cats.