NUMBER ONEWalk into the shelter and who comes out to greet you? Tournesol. Top of the tower? He'll rocket down to greet you, because he can have no other getting in the way of his spiel. Tournesol is a young, gorgeous tabby that wants to schmooze his way into your world. He will purr, knead and give first-rate head bumps to get his point across. He wants to be best of pals. He wants to be by your side, no matter how you like it. Pick him up, cart him around like a sack of potatoes — he'll just hang there, because he knows you'll understand too.

If you are interested in adopting Tournesol, email ARK at [email protected] or call 050-1557-2763 Monday to Saturday (bilingual) for more information. Tokyo ARK is an NPO founded by Briton Elizabeth Oliver. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals. All animals are vaccinated, neutered and microchipped. Prospective owners are requested to undergo a screening process.