The four axes
Each four-letter Nekokabu code shows which side of four axes you lean towards. Here is what each axis looks at, what each side is like, the everyday signs, and how opposites can get along.
LWCloseness
The Closeness axis looks at where you recharge more easily: time with people, or time on your own. Just as some cats want to curl up on your lap while others wander off to do their own thing a little way away, the distance that feels right differs from person to person. It isn't about liking or disliking people — it's about where your energy gets refilled. Even the same person may want a different distance depending on how tired they are or who they're with.
Being with someone naturally gives these people energy. When something good happens, they want to share it right away, and a run of days alone can leave them feeling a little lonely. They feel secure in the middle of a group, and often sort out their thoughts by talking things over or having someone listen. Because they value connection, others tend to find them warm and approachable. Just having plans with someone can make the whole day something to look forward to.
Everyday signs
- Wants to make plans with someone on days off
- Eating alone feels a bit lonely
- Tells someone the moment good news arrives
- Keeps a close eye on the group chat
- Still has energy left after a get-together
Cats on this side
These people recharge most during time spent at their own rhythm. They don't dislike company, but being with others nonstop wears them down, and they want time alone to reset. They treasure plans they've set for themselves and hours lost in something they love, and seeing people when the mood strikes feels like the right distance. Many are good at respecting other people's freedom too. After enough time to themselves, they often find it easier to be kind to others.
Everyday signs
- Going out alone feels relaxing
- A day off with no plans is a treat
- Tends to answer messages in one batch later
- Wants a quiet evening after a get-together
- Feels unsettled when personal time gets interrupted
Cats on this side
A common myth
People often assume that those who keep their own pace are cold, or that those who want closeness can't stand on their own. Neither is true. Own-pace people care deeply about the people who matter to them, and closeness-seekers are perfectly capable of thinking and acting for themselves. The only difference seems to be how they refill their energy. Both care about people just as much.
When opposites meet
For the closeness side, the key is not to read the other person's alone time as rejection. For the own-pace side, sending even one short message on days apart makes a big difference to how secure the other feels. Putting both shared time and solo time on the calendar keeps things running smoothly. Getting to know each other's rhythm is the quickest way there.
MHFeelings
The Feelings axis looks at whether you let what you feel show right away in your face and words, or keep it warm inside for a while. It's the difference between a cat who meows to tell you how it feels and one who tucks its tail away and stays quiet. Nobody feels more or less — the difference is simply when and how feelings come out. Even the same person often expresses things differently depending on who they're with and the situation.
Happiness, sadness, surprise — for these people, feelings appear in their face and voice almost instantly. Putting thoughts into words is often how they sort out their feelings and clear their head. Others tend to see them as easy to read and honest through and through, and they create an atmosphere where people feel safe speaking their minds. On the flip side, their emotional ups and downs come through clearly, so people may notice right away when they're tired. Many of them grow closer to people by sharing how they feel.
Everyday signs
- Voice gets louder when happy
- Told their mood is written all over their face
- Wants to tell someone the moment something moves them
- Says "thanks" and "sorry" with ease
- Tears up easily at films or books
Cats on this side
These people don't put feelings on display straight away; they let them settle inside first. It's not that they feel little — if anything, they feel deeply, which is exactly why they want to choose their words. Their calm expression can earn them a reputation for being cool or hard to read, but with people they trust, they gradually let their true feelings show. Staying composed in the middle of a conflict is a real strength. Many are good at sleeping on it and then saying things in calm, careful words.
Everyday signs
- Happiness rarely shows on their face
- Says "I'm fine" most when things are hardest
- Feels calmer after writing feelings down
- Turns shy and offhand when praised
- Shares true feelings with only a few people
Cats on this side
A common myth
People often assume that those who don't show their feelings don't have many. In fact, they often feel things more deeply than most. Likewise, those who show their feelings aren't thoughtless. One group takes care of feelings on the outside, the other on the inside. However they express it, they care about others just as much.
When opposites meet
For the side that shows feelings, remember that a slow reaction doesn't mean your feelings didn't land. For the side that keeps them in, saying even a word like "I'm happy" or "that helped" reassures the other person a great deal. One learns to wait, the other learns to say it — meeting halfway is the trick.
DBMoving
The Moving axis looks at what you do when you meet something new or unfamiliar: jump right in, or watch for a bit before you move. It's the difference between a cat who dashes straight at whatever caught its eye and one who studies everything from inside a box before stepping out. It isn't about courage — it's about the order in which you feel ready to get going. The same person may leap in where they feel confident and be careful where they don't.
If something looks fun, these people give it a try first. They learn best by doing, and their thoughts often fall into place while they're on the move. New places and first-time experiences get them excited, and they have a knack for pulling others in and getting things moving. They may end up starting too many things or scrambling because they didn't prepare, but they bounce back quickly, too. Their get-up-and-go often inspires others to think, "Maybe I'll give it a try."
Everyday signs
- Walks into a new shop just to see
- Tries the gadget before reading the manual
- Says "I'm in!" before anything else
- Somehow keeps picking up new hobbies
- Shrugs off a slip with "on to the next"
Cats on this side
Faced with something new, these people take a good look at the situation and the steps involved before starting. Once they can see the way ahead they move with confidence, so even if getting started takes a while, they proceed calmly afterward. They're good at learning from how others do things and from others' mistakes, which often helps them avoid the same stumbles. Their care can be a real comfort to the people around them. Because they prepare well, they often stay calm when it counts, and once they get moving, many deliver steady results.
Everyday signs
- Looks a new place up before going
- Wants to watch someone else try it first
- Reads the reviews before installing an app
- Finds sudden change of plans a bit hard
- Orders the usual at a familiar spot
Cats on this side
A common myth
People often assume that those who watch first are timid and those who dive in are reckless. Both are stereotypes. Once ready, watchers can act boldly, and divers are thinking things through even as they go. It seems the only difference is the order that feels safe. Both ways hold their own kind of courage and wisdom.
When opposites meet
For the side that dives in, giving the other person a little time to think makes them far more likely to come along. For the side that watches first, occasionally going along with "let's just try a small version" can lead to new joys. One clears the path, the other checks the footing — sharing roles like this works well.
VCDeciding
The Deciding axis looks at how you make a choice: by trusting your mood and gut feeling in the moment, or by thinking carefully about reasons and what comes next. It's the difference between a cat who goes wherever its mood takes it and one who curls up to think things over. Neither is right or wrong — they're simply different routes to a decision you can feel good about. The same person might shop on instinct but take their time over big decisions.
These people decide by trusting a sense that "this one just feels right." Even when they can't quite explain why, choosing what fits their feelings often leaves them satisfied later. They decide quickly and can flexibly adjust to how things unfold, which is a real strength. On days when their mood shifts, though, they may want to change a decision they've already made. Being able to trust their inner voice is a real support when things feel uncertain.
Everyday signs
- Picks clothes or cafés at a glance
- Often says "it just clicked"
- Wants to change plans to suit the day's mood
- When torn, picks whichever looks more fun
- Finds long comparison charts exhausting
Cats on this side
Before choosing, these people carefully weigh reasons, pros and cons, and what might happen down the line. They research and compare until they're convinced, so it can take a while, but once decided they rarely waver and see things through responsibly. They're also good at explaining their choices to others. When overthinking stalls them, setting a deadline seems to help. That carefulness tends to earn them others' trust.
Everyday signs
- Compares reviews before buying
- Wants to write it all down before deciding
- Always curious about the "why"
- Rarely changes a decision once made
- Enjoys making plans
Cats on this side
A common myth
People often assume that gut deciders are careless and careful thinkers are cold, but that isn't necessarily so. Intuition is often built on plenty of past experience, and careful thinkers care about feelings too. It's just a different order of deciding. Both are looking for an answer they can truly accept.
When opposites meet
For the gut side, adding a quick word about why you chose something goes a long way toward reassuring the other person. For the thinking side, letting small things ride on the other's "just because" can lighten the load. Thinking big things through together and letting small ones go by feel is a good balance. Being able to laugh about your different styles makes it even more fun.
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