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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73, number 21607 of the collection, and the 1st 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 “Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance” meme mean?
The routine represents pure cuteness, innocence, and cheerful playfulness. Online animators and illustrators use it to showcase their favorite fictional characters in an endearing light by adding cat ears and tails. The synchronized motion—three squeaks followed by a meow pose—functions as an easy-to-replicate animation meme that radiates wholesome fun across fan communities.
Where does the “Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance” meme come from?
The dance is famously associated with the PSP title Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G (Monster Hunter Freedom Unite), released in Japan on March 27, 2008, where the cat-like Felynes dance during game data installation. However, the sequence surfaced earlier on the web when an anonymous user posted a video titled “きゅきゅきゅにゃー” to Nico Nico Douga on November 21, 2007. The format exploded into a widespread tribute trend after a derivative animation featuring another character wearing feline accessories was uploaded to the platform on May 4, 2008.
- November 21, 2007The original video titled “きゅきゅきゅにゃー” is uploaded to Nico Nico Douga by an unidentified user.
- March 27, 2008Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G launches in Japan on PSP, featuring Felynes dancing to the routine during installation.
- May 4, 2008The first notable remix featuring a different cat-eared character is posted on Nico Nico Douga.
How to use the “Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance” meme
- Drawing fan art of a serious video game hero performing the adorable four-step cat routine.
- Creating a looped tribute video to celebrate classic 2000s Japanese internet animation memes.
- Cosplaying at conventions while acting out the three squeaks and the final meow gesture.
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The “Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21607 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 67/100 · #1 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance comes out of the Memes World series 73 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
What is the Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance?
It is an animated four-movement meme originating in Japan where characters with cat traits dance to three squeak sounds followed by a meow.
Where did the Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance originate?
It first appeared on Nico Nico Douga in late 2007 before gaining widespread gaming fame on the installation screen of Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G in 2008.
Who created the original dance?
The original creator remains anonymous, as the earliest known upload on Nico Nico Douga came from an unidentified account with unverified source material.
How do I get the Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Kyu! Kyu! Kyu! Nya~! dance / きゅっきゅっきゅっニャー · Animation Meme · Was Nya Nya Dance The First Meme? || Animation Meme History Q & A · checked on October 14, 2026.
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