(Corrects given name of professor in sixth paragraph to Shigeyuki from Shigeki) By Tom Bateman AZUMINO, Japan, March 10 ...

Japanese snow monkeys don’t just soak in hot springs to escape the winter chill — their steamy spa sessions may also be ...

In the past week, Punch—the baby Japanese snow monkey who was reportedly abandoned by his mother and was being raised by zoo staff—has become an unlikely international celebri ...

Discover the top things to do in Nagano, Japan. From visiting monkey parks to admiring magical fireflies, there's something for everyone.

Punch, a baby snow monkey known for its internet fame, highlights the divide in Japan over managing wild macaque populations. While celebrated online, these primates are seen as pests in agricultural ...

For decades, the sight of Japanese macaques soaking in steaming pools in the mountains of Nagano has symbolized resilience in extreme winter conditions. Falling snow, volcanic steam rising, red-faced ...

Japan’s winter appeal continues to soar. New figures show 160,700 Australians visited Japan in January 2026 — 14.6 per cent more than the previous January. It’s not just the skiing and snowboarding in ...

In the past week, Punch—the baby Japanese snow monkey who was reportedly abandoned by his mother and was being raised by zoo staff—has become an unlikely international celebrity. The tiny macaque, ...