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Hang in there, kiddo.
― Picture quote, Wild World


Kiki (キャビア, Kyabia?, Caviar) is a normal cat villager which has appeared in every Animal Crossing series game. Her name may come from Hayao Miyazaki's Kiki's Delivery Service, an anime film about a young witch-in-training named Kiki who has a black cat, named Jiji. Her Japanese name refers to caviar, a fish egg delicacy that cats love. She has the education hobby.

Kiki may be a reference to the black cat, or it may come from the sound produced when saying "kittykitty" fast. Her quote on her picture in Wild World probably comes from the popular motivational poster of a cat hanging from a tree and saying "Hang in there." Her New Leaf picture quote is akin to K.K. Slider's.

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What is the origin of Kiki's name in Animal Crossing? toggle section
The name of Kiki, a black cat character in Animal Crossing, is likely inspired by Hayao Miyazaki's film, Kiki's Delivery Service. The film features a young witch-in-training named Kiki who owns a black cat named Jiji. Kiki's Japanese name in the game, Kyabia, is a reference to caviar, a fish egg delicacy that cats enjoy.
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What is Kiki's hobby in the Animal Crossing series? toggle section
In the Animal Crossing series, Kiki, the black-blue cat, partakes in several hobbies. These include engaging in walks, collecting fossils, catching bugs, fishing, and indulging in fashion, gardening, and home improvement. These hobbies influence her dialogue, the items in her home, and her attire.
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How does Kiki's Japanese name relate to her character in Animal Crossing? toggle section
Kiki, a cat villager in Animal Crossing, has a Japanese name, Kyabia, meaning Caviar, a delicacy loved by cats. The name Kiki could be derived from the anime film, Kiki's Delivery Service by Hayao Miyazaki, featuring a witch-in-training named Kiki with a black cat, Jiji. Alternatively, it could originate from the quick pronunciation of 'kittykitty'.
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Is Kiki's character in Animal Crossing a reference to any film? toggle section
Indeed, Kiki from Animal Crossing is a reference to a film. Specifically, her name is thought to be inspired by the anime movie 'Kiki's Delivery Service' by Hayao Miyazaki. In the film, a young witch-in-training named Kiki has a black cat named Jiji, mirroring Kiki's black-blue cat appearance in Animal Crossing.
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What is the significance of the black cat in relation to Kiki's character in Animal Crossing? toggle section
In Animal Crossing, Kiki is a black-blue cat, potentially referencing the anime film 'Kiki's Delivery Service' where a young witch named Kiki has a black cat, Jiji. Kiki's Japanese name, referring to caviar, a favorite of cats, further supports this connection.
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Appearance[]

Kiki GC

Kiki in Animal Crossing

Kiki is a black cat with yellow eyes and black pupils. Her ears are bright magenta inside, and she has a pushed up, pudgy nose. She initially wears the Argyle Knit top which is red and green in a line of diamonds, knitted with golden yellow stitches across each diamond. The tips of her arms and legs are a darker black than the rest of her body. She has a red mouth with a pink tongue, and the bridge of her nose is gray.

Personality

Below is a brief description of the normal personality. For more information, click here.

Kiki has a normal personality, and frequently acts kind towards the player. Normal villagers generally get along well with lazy, peppy, smug, snooty, and other normal villagers. Kiki may conflict with cranky and sisterly villagers. As a normal villager, Kiki will usually wake up at 6:00 am and is easier to befriend than most. Both normal and peppy villagers reference an unseen friend known as Moppina.

House[]

Kiki's house has a slight Western Theme, containing many items from these series of furniture such as the cactus, a cow skull, and other items. She also has items from the pine set. She has the Mod Wall and the Music Room Floor which is only available through Saharah. She also has K.K. Country playing in her house on her stereo.

Animal Crossing (interior) Wild World (interior)
New Leaf (interior) New Leaf (exterior)
New Horizons (interior) New Horizons (exterior)

Pocket Camp[]

Kiki was added to Pocket Camp in the October 16, 2018 update.

Kiki's preferred theme is harmonious, and she primarily gives wood as a reward. Her profile reads:

❝ Bad things have a habit of happening to Kiki. Maybe black cats can jinx themselves.❞

Campsite Invitation Requirements[]

Friendship Level: 5

Furniture/Item Required Materials Price (Bells) Craft Time
Fish on a Board 3 preserves, 3 wood 320 1 minute
Counter Table (Zen) 5 steel, 5 wood, 1 Counter Table (Basic) 500 3 hours, 30 minutes
Sink 15 wood, 15 steel 1,410 1 hour
Freezer 15 preserves, 15 steel 590 4 hours
Sushi Tray 30 preserves, 30 wood, 3 Harmonious Essence 1,740 1 hour, 30 minutes

Friendship Rewards[]

  • At level 7, she will reward the player with an argyle knit shirt and sparkle stones (x1).
  • At level 9, she will reward the player with sparkle stones (x1).
  • At level 10, she will request that the player crafts a lucky black cat.
  • At level 20, she will reward the player with a pic of Kiki and sparkle stones (x1).
  • At level 25, she will reward the player with sparkle stones (x1).
  • At level 30, she will reward the player with sparkle stones (x1).
  • At level 35, she will reward the player with sparkle stones (x1).
  • At level 40, she will reward the player with sparkle stones (x1).
  • At level 45, she will reward the player with sparkle stones (x1).
  • At level 50, she will reward the player with sparkle stones (x1).
  • At level 55, she will reward the player with sparkle stones (x1).
  • At level 60, she will reward the player with sparkle stones (x1).
  • At level 65, she will reward the player with sparkle stones (x1).
  • At level 70, she will reward the player with sparkle stones (x1).

e-Card[]

e-Card [1]
Letter
Back
#205 Kiki
Gender Female
Type Cat
Star sign Libra
Clothes Argyle knit
Petphrase Kittycat
Password 2IDXEHR%B6JqcX
LgMWcQhnGpfn@H
Profile Whoever said crossing a black cat brings bad luck obviously never met Kiki! This friendly feline loves visitors and wouldn't think twice about crossing your path... just to say hello!
204 Redd #205 Kiki 206 Tabby

amiibo Card[]

amiibo Card[2]
Back
#034 Kiki
Type Cat
Star sign Libra
Birthday 10/8
Roll value 6
Hand sign Paper
Request A replica aquarium
033 Bill #034 Kiki 035 Deli

Trivia[]

  • Kiki's original design featured circular eyes, but in New Leaf and Pocket Camp, they were oblong shaped. In New Horizons, her eye design was reverted back to the original circular shape.
  • Kiki is likely a reference to the 1989 Studio Ghibli film Kiki's Delivery Service, as she shares the main character's name. On top of this, the main character Kiki owns a black cat named Jiji, who shares a striking resemblance with the villager.
  • In New Horizons, Kiki's preferred style is Simple, and her preferred colors are Beige/Brown.

In other languages[]

Kiki
Language Name Translation
Japan Japanese キャビア (Kyabia) -
France French Kiki -
Spain Spanish Ágata -
Germany German Kiki -
Italy Italian Kiki -
The Netherlands Dutch Kiki -
Russia Russian Кики (Kiki) -
China Chinese 余子醬/余子酱 (Yú Zǐ Jiàng) -
South Korea Korean 캐비어 (Kaebieo) -


References[]

  1. Species navigation icons from Nookipedia by Sunmarsh, CC BY-SA 3.0
  2. Species navigation icons from Nookipedia by Sunmarsh, CC BY-SA 3.0