Japan's Jigokudani Park, home to the famous hot spring macaques, welcomed a record 257,000 visitors last year, with 60% of them being international tourists. While the influx of visitors boosts the park’s finances and showcases the unique behavior of the macaques bathing in hot springs, there are rising concerns regarding their welfare. Many tourists disobey park rules by touching or feeding the monkeys, leading to injuries and challenges in crowd control, ultimately jeopardizing the health and safety of these unique animals.
The rise in visitors to Japan's Jigokudani Park has sparked concerns for the well-being of its hot spring macaques, as many violate park rules.
Last year, Jigokudani Park attracted 257,000 visitors, with 60% being international tourists, highlighting the increasing popularity of these unique hot spring macaques.
Despite the financial boost from tourism, the health and safety of the macaques are at risk due to human interaction and non-compliance with park regulations.
The growing crowds at Jigokudani Park raise significant challenges in managing visitor behavior, leading to worries about injuries to the macaques.
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