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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Hamster Butts” is a common card of the Memes World series 75, number 22254 of the collection, and the 88th 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 “Hamster Butts” meme mean?
This concept expresses a playful fascination with the round shape of hamster backs. It turns a mundane anatomical detail into an internet object of affection. Users share these images for amusement, aiming to provoke smiles through the comedic and unexpected nature of these rear views.
Where does the “Hamster Butts” meme come from?
The Japanese term ハムケツ (hamuketsu) literally means hamster buttocks. The visual wave emerged around 2012 on Japanese social media, though the original creator remains unknown. The movement was officially structured with the publication of a book titled *Hamuketsu* on March 12, 2014. Another work, *Ganso hamuketsu*, also came out that year. In 2014, a dedicated Facebook page launched a photo contest inviting owners to submit their pets. This editorial formalization cemented the phenomenon as a distinct visual subculture focused on this specific aesthetic.
- 2012Emergence of the photographic trend on Japanese platforms without an identified author.
- March 12, 2014Official publication of the first book dedicated exclusively to this theme.
How to use the “Hamster Butts” meme
- Share a photo of your pet from behind to highlight its cuteness.
- Use the #hamuketsu tag to categorize your posts on Japanese social networks.
- Refer to the 2014 book to discover an official compilation of these shots.
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The “Hamster Butts” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22254 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 75 |
| Fame | 60/100 · #88 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Hamster Butts” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Hamster Butts comes out of the Memes World series 75 as a common 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 5 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
What is Hamster Butts?
It is a Japanese trend involving photos of hamster rear ends for their amusing appearance.
Hamster Butts meme origin?
The phenomenon appeared around 2012 on the internet in Japan before being formalized by a book in 2014.
When was the Hamuketsu book released?
The book titled *Hamuketsu* was published on March 12, 2014, in Japan.
How do I get the Hamster Butts meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Hamster Butts” is a common card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Hamster Butts card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Hamsters · Culture shock in Japan: Nyan Tama - Home in Hokkaido · basilico · checked on October 17, 2026.
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