Cats tend to settle wherever their owners need their hands. A laptop, a gaming chair, or an empty lap can become a pet’s preferred spot. Japanese brand BIBILAB has built a garment around that habit. The Meowgaroo Hoodie 3 is a sweatshirt that doubles as a wearable cat bed, with a front pouch large enough for a cat to rest in while its owner types or plays.
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The pouch is the centerpiece of this cat pouch hoodie. It sits across the front of the hoodie and is shaped like a kangaroo’s pouch, with enough room for larger cats. A standard sweatshirt pocket would sag under a cat’s weight. This one uses a structured build to hold its shape. A thick, brushed interior adds warmth and gives the cat a firm, supported place to lie down. In practice, the pouch turns the hoodie into a portable bed that stays put while the owner moves around.
Built-in play and a phone pocket
BIBILAB added two features to make the hoodie more interactive. The first is a cat teaser on each drawstring. The tips are fuzzy and designed to catch a cat’s attention. Owners can dangle them during a break from gaming or between work tasks without leaving their seat.
The second is a chest pocket sized for a smartphone. Snap buttons let owners adjust the fit for different phone sizes. A phone can sit in the pocket with its camera running, recording a cat as it settles into the front pouch. Source coverage from SoraNews24 notes that chest pockets are uncommon on sweatshirts, so the feature stands out.
The cat compartment has a removable inner lining made of fluffy boa fabric. Owners can unsnap it and wash it to manage fur buildup. A built-in cushion helps the pouch keep its shape. An adjustable drawstring stopper lets owners set the opening to suit their cat’s size. The hood carries decorative cat ears.
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A lineup that dates back to 2015
The Meowgaroo Hoodie 3 is the third version of this hoodie, a design BIBILAB first released in 2015. According to the company, earlier versions have sold more than 40,000 units. This model arrived five years after the previous one. It belongs to BIBILAB’s BIBI-NYAO collection, a range of furniture and clothing built around life with cats. In Japan, the hoodie is also called the Nyangaru Parka 3, combining “nyan,” the Japanese equivalent of “meow,” with “parka,” a common Japanese word for hooded sweatshirts.
BIBILAB’s cat-focused products extend beyond apparel. In spring, the company released a work-from-home desk designed around cats that wander into their owners’ space. Source coverage describes the hoodie as part of the company’s effort to turn a cat’s demands for attention into something both pet and owner can enjoy. A photo of the hoodie paired with the Neko House Desk and a cat tower rack shows how the pieces fit together.
Specifications and price
The cat hoodie comes in grey, in medium and large sizes. It weighs about 800 grams. The main body is 70 percent polyester and 30 percent cotton. The ribbed cuffs, hem, and collar use a blend of polyester, cotton, and polyurethane.
The price is 8,900 yen, or about US$56, on Amazon Japan. Prices may differ in other regions.
For owners who game or work at a desk with a cat nearby, the Meowgaroo Hoodie 3 works as a wearable bed that solves a simple problem. It gives the cat a warm place to settle and keeps both of the owner’s hands free.
Via yankodesign.com
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Meowgaroo Hoodie 3 cost?
The Meowgaroo Hoodie 3 costs 8,900 yen, or about US$56, on Amazon Japan. The article notes that prices may differ in other regions.
What colors and sizes does the Meowgaroo Hoodie 3 come in?
The Meowgaroo Hoodie 3 comes in grey, in medium and large sizes. It weighs about 800 grams.
Can the cat pouch lining of the Meowgaroo Hoodie 3 be washed?
Yes, the cat compartment has a removable inner lining made of fluffy boa fabric. Owners can unsnap the lining and wash it to manage fur buildup.
When was the original Meowgaroo cat hoodie first released?
BIBILAB first released this hoodie design in 2015, and the Meowgaroo Hoodie 3 is its third version. According to the company, earlier versions have sold more than 40,000 units.
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