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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “CatBread / Nekopan” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21163 of the collection, and the 125th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “CatBread / Nekopan” meme mean?
This character expresses naive sweetness and comfort. It symbolizes the innocent charm of pre-social media internet. People use it to convey pure affection without irony. It evokes an era when the web was more experimental and less commercialized.
Where does the “CatBread / Nekopan” meme come from?
Japanese author-illustrator Hirose Takuro created this character for his self-published children's book *Catbread and Cardboard Box* released in 2000. The Japanese name Nekopan literally means 'cat-bread'. International spread began on English forums around late 2002 under the informal name 'Kitty Loaf'. Widespread popularity arrived on YTMND on April 23, 2004, when founder Max Goldberg added an animated GIF of the character to his 'CuppyCake' page, set to a nursery rhyme. This integration turned the figure into an emblematic mascot of early web culture, cherished for its simple and joyful aesthetic.
- 2000Creation of the character by Hirose Takuro for his self-published children's book.
- December 23, 2002First known mention on a Neo-Geo forum under the unofficial English name 'Kitty Loaf'.
- April 23, 2004Integration on YTMND via Max Goldberg's 'CuppyCake' page, triggering its virality.
How to use the “CatBread / Nekopan” meme
- Use Nekopan as a forum avatar to display a gentle and harmless personality.
- Share an image of the character to illustrate a moment of personal peace or comfort.
- Reference the character in a nostalgic context to evoke the early days of the global internet.
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The “CatBread / Nekopan” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21163 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 72/100 · #125 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “CatBread / Nekopan” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; CatBread / Nekopan comes out of the Memes World series 71 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Who created CatBread?
The character was designed by Japanese author-illustrator Hirose Takuro for his own children's book.
What does Nekopan mean?
In Japanese, the term translates literally to 'cat-bread', describing the character's hybrid appearance.
Where did CatBread's popularity come from?
Its global fame primarily stems from its use as an animated GIF on the YTMND platform in 2004.
How do I get the CatBread / Nekopan meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “CatBread / Nekopan” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the CatBread / Nekopan card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: CatBread / Nekopan | Know Your Meme · Catbread Nekopan Meme: Origin, Spread & Kitty Loaf History · knowyourmeme.com · memes · subculturesCats | Know Your Meme · checked on October 12, 2026.
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