People find baby animals to be cuter than human babies, according to a cross-cultural survey that I co-authored.

“The Complexity of Cute” podcast introduces a variety of perspectives on the study of cuteness.

Cute images are often used to tell people what to do in Japan. Public and government organizations rely on cute mascots to innocuously assert their authority.

Kyaraben, or character bento lunchboxes, incorporate food made to look like well-loved characters.

Thousands of beckoning cat figures adorn Gotokuji Temple in Tokyo.

What I saw at Anthrocon, one of the largest conventions of costumed furries and their fans