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Feb 21, 2026

Poor little Panchi!

Has anyone else been following the story of the little Japanese macaque Panchi at the Ichikawa City Zoo in Chiba? He's been all over social media in the last week or so, because he was abandoned by his mother and has taken to seeking comfort from a plush toy.


He's also been struggling to find his place among the rest of the macaques at the zoo, with some physical altercations taking place. All I can think is poor little Panchi!

Poor little Panchi! photo

genkidesu

genkidesu

Love to travel, interested in J-beauty products and consider myself a convenience store snack aficionado. Navigating the ever-present challenges of expat life, particularly about my TCK's (third culture kids).


1 Comment

  • TonetoEdo

    12 hours ago

    He's been hugged by mature monkeys. It looks like he's doing okay now.