和歌山電鉄の駅長猫、ニタマが先月亡くなりました。
The stationmaster cat Nitama of Wakayama Electric Railway passed away last month.
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On December 13th, a funeral for Nitama, organized by the company, was held at Kishi Station in Kinokawa City, Wakayama Prefecture.
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Nitama has long been loved as a symbol of the local railway.
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Wakayama Railway began appointing stationmaster cats in 2007 as a unique initiative to attract tourists.
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In 2012, Nitama succeeded the previous stationmaster cat and quickly became famous as the face of the community.
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NITAMAs presence has promoted local tourism and brought new vitality to a railway line that was facing difficulties.
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Nitama passed away on November 20th.
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About 500 fans and local residents attended the funeral, which was held in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
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President Kojima of Mitsushin expressed his gratitude for Nitamas contributions, saying that thank you is the most appropriate word.
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Wakayama Electric Railway awarded Nitama the title of Special Honorary Stationmaster Cat, recognizing her presence as a symbol of culture and tourism.
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