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Japan’s giant salamander looks like a creature from another age, yet it still quietly inhabits clear mountain streams today. Explore its ancient origins, cultural legends, and lesser known salamander cousins that reveal just how rich and fragile Japan’s freshwater ecosystems really are.
From World Penguin Day to Japan’s beloved Cat Day, there is an animal-related awareness day in almost every week of the year. Use this month‑by‑month guide to turn fun dates on the calendar into real actions that support your pets, wildlife, and the planet.
Studio Ghibli’s magical creatures feel strangely familiar for a reason. Discover how real-life owls, deer, foxes, insects, and even prehistoric birds inspired these iconic characters and what they reveal about the way we see animals in our everyday lives.
Brown bear encounters and attacks are rising across Hokkaido, from remote trails to the edges of residential areas. Learn how to understand bear behavior, avoid dangerous situations, and respond calmly if you ever come face to face with one.
At first glance they look like ordinary rabbits, but a single, gleaming horn changes everything. Discover how the mythical Al Mi'raj and other horned rabbits around the world reveal what humans really believe about power, fear, and the secret lives of small animals.
If you care about animal welfare, there is one manga you should move to the top of your reading list. "Zenbu Sukutteyaru" offers a raw, emotionally honest look at modern rescue work that will change how pet parents see shelters, street cats, and the people fighting to protect them.
Reports of animal cruelty and large scale neglect cases are pushing many countries to rethink how they protect animals. Discover why experts are calling for stronger laws, what could change for pets and pet guardians, and how your voice can help shape a safer future.
大切な家族の一員だったペットとの別れは想像以上に深く心をえぐり、例えようのない喪失感をもたらします。 そんな悲しみに寄り添い「いのちの記憶」を形にしてくれるのが、GriefcareTech株式会社が手がける「 Yuishu（遺種） 」というサービス。
「今のペット保険、ちょっと高いかも……」 「もっと補償が手厚い保険に乗り換えたい」そんなふうに感じたことはありませんか？実は、多くのペット保険は 契約期間中でも切り替えが可能 です。
夜な夜な「ヒョーヒョー」という不気味な声が聞こえたら、その正体は伝承の怪物 鵺（ぬえ） かも知れません。 現代においては鵺の正体をめぐってはさまざまな説があがり、近年では表題のとおり まさかのレッサーパンダ説 まで浮上しました。今回は鵺の正体、さらには世界中に伝わる キメラ的な伝承生物たち について、最新の知見とロマンを交えて深掘りします。
As temperatures finally start to rise, many pet parents begin craving time with animals beyond their own homes. Discover why late spring is often the sweet spot for zoo visits, and walk through a real-world route at Fukuoka City Zoological Garden to help you plan your next outing.
When a racehorse is injured on the track and euthanized, many pet parents understandably feel shock and anger. But to truly protect animals, we need to look beyond our first emotional reaction and ask what real welfare and compassion look like in these complex situations.
Losing a beloved pet can feel overwhelming, no matter how much you tried to prepare. This guide offers compassionate, expert-informed ways to process grief, express your emotions safely, and find support so your love for your pet can become a source of comfort instead of only pain.
Recent cases of equine influenza in Japan have raised understandable concern among horse lovers and pet parents. Learn what this highly contagious respiratory disease means for horses, why it does not infect people or cats, and the practical steps facilities and visitors can take to reduce risk.
With their permanent smile and feathery gills, axolotls look exotic, but they are surprisingly manageable for dedicated pet parents. Learn how to set up the right tank, keep their water safe, and support a long, healthy life for this unique aquatic amphibian.
Choosing a pet store is about much more than cute animals and colorful packaging. Learn the key warning signs in staff behavior that experts say every pet parent should recognize to protect animal welfare and make better decisions for your future companion.
Pets are family, and today there are powerful online services designed to support you when clinics are closed, when you are thinking about adoption, or when your pet goes missing. Discover three expert-approved tools that can help you protect your pet’s health, safety, and future.
Thinking about visiting a pet event in Japan or planning your next pet friendly trip? Step inside Pet Expo 2016 in Yokohama for a first hand look at the attractions, shopping, and training experiences that keep pet parents and animal lovers coming back year after year.