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The Japan Monkey Centre is a sanctuary for macaques located in Inuyama, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The centre was founded in 1971 with the aim of conserving and protecting the species, and today is home to over 500 Japanese macaques.

The centre offers visitors the opportunity to see these fascinating creatures up close, and learn about their ecology and behaviour. The Japan Monkey Centre is also involved in research into the health and welfare of macaques, and works to educate the public about these animals.

History

The Japan Monkey Centre is a research facility located in Inuyama, Japan. The centre was founded in 1971 for the purpose of conducting research on primates.

The centre houses a variety of primates, including Japanese macaques, chimpanzees, and gorillas. The Japan Monkey Centre is open to the public and offers educational tours and programs.

Who Started Japan Monkey Centre?

The Japan Monkey Centre was started in 1952 by Dr. Kinji Imanishi and Dr. Toshio Kawamoto. Both scientists were interested in studying the behavior of macaques, and saw the need for a place where these animals could be observed and studied in their natural habitat. The centre is located in the town of Inuyama in central Japan.

The centre is home to around 200 Japanese macaques, also known as snow monkeys. These monkeys are famous for their love of hot springs, and can often be seen soaking in the centre’s own hot spring! The Japan Monkey Centre is open to the public, and visitors can watch the monkeys in their natural habitat, learn about their behavior, and even feed them.

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