What is the name of the organization behind the initiative to address monkey-related damage in Japan?

The organization is called the Japan Monkey Countermeasure Acceleration Office (Godo Kaisha).

On what date does the 'April Dream' initiative aim to promote sharing dreams?

The 'April Dream' initiative aims to promote sharing dreams on April 1st each year.

What are the main structural problems identified in current monkey damage countermeasures across Japan?

Problems include lack of region-specific designs, poor coordination, and difficulty sustaining effective systems.

What type of support does the Japan Monkey Countermeasure Acceleration Office emphasize beyond capturing monkeys?

The office emphasizes building mechanisms to prevent the recurrence of monkey-related agricultural and daily life damage.

“Monkey damage can be eliminated”: Changing common sense toward a new model of coexistence

Q: What is the primary goal of the Japan Monkey Countermeasure Acceleration Office according to the article?

Its goal is to create a society where monkeys are not considered pests and people can live with peace of mind.

Published Apr 1, 2026 9:10 AM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 10:42 AM ・ 7 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

The Japan Monkey Countermeasure Acceleration Office is working to solve the structural issues behind human-monkey conflicts in Japan. By moving away from simple culling and toward sustainable, region-specific coexistence strategies, they aim to create a society where monkeys are no longer considered pests and humans can live in peace.

We support "April Dream," an initiative that aims to make April 1st a day to share dreams. This press release is the dream of the "Japan Monkey Countermeasure Acceleration Office (Godo Kaisha)."

Damage to agricultural crops and daily life caused by wild Japanese macaques is becoming increasingly serious across the country. Meanwhile, many local governments share the common challenge that "damage continues to recur" even after capture or chasing them away. The Japan Monkey Countermeasure Acceleration Office aims to solve these structural issues and realize a society where "monkeys are not hated."

The background of our dream Monkeys that once lived in the mountains now appear in human settlements. They cause damage to crops and daily life, and in many regions, this is considered an "unsolvable problem."

However, monkeys are simply acting to survive. The current situation has arisen as a result of the distance between humans and wild animals becoming too small.

Our dream at the Japan Monkey Countermeasure Acceleration Office is to create a society where monkeys are not called "pests," while simultaneously protecting regions where people can live with peace of mind.

Current challenges Current monkey countermeasures tend to be biased toward capture or temporary chasing, and many local governments face the challenge that "damage recurs even after taking measures."

Behind this are structural problems such as: - A lack of countermeasure design tailored to the specific situation of each region - Insufficient coordination between local governments, hunting associations, and local residents - Difficulty in building a sustainable system

Our initiatives We do not just provide support for capture; our support is centered on "building a mechanism to prevent the recurrence of damage."

Specifically, we provide on-site implementation support, such as: - Designing countermeasures based on damage conditions and the behavioral characteristics of monkeys - Supporting consensus-building to connect local governments, hunting associations, and residents - Human resource development through workshops and on-site guidance - Building operational systems that can be sustained within the region

The society we want to realize We are not aiming for a society that excludes monkeys, but a society where we can coexist by sharing habitats.

- People can live with peace of mind - Agricultural and living environment damage does not occur - Monkeys can live in their natural habitats

Making this state of affairs the "norm" is our goal.

As an April Dream This dream is not just an ideal; it is achievable. In some regions, cases are already emerging where damage has been significantly reduced through the continuation of region-appropriate measures.

Moving forward, we will systematize these findings and establish them as a model that can be deployed nationwide. We also respond to consultations from local governments and regional organizations facing challenges with monkey countermeasures, providing practical support such as designing measures tailored to local conditions and conducting workshops.

Toward a Japan where monkeys and humans can share their habitats. We will continue to take on this challenge.

Japan Monkey Countermeasure Acceleration Office (Abbreviation: Saru Taisaku-sho) Representative: Kiyomasa Miki HP: https://www.sarutaisaku.com/

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“Monkey damage can be eliminated”: Changing common sense toward a new model of coexistence

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The background of our dream Monkeys that once lived in the mountains now appear in human settlements. They cause damage to crops and daily life, and in many regions, this is considered an "unsolvable problem."

Current challenges Current monkey countermeasures tend to be biased toward capture or temporary chasing, and many local governments face the challenge that "damage recurs even after taking measures."

Our initiatives We do not just provide support for capture; our support is centered on "building a mechanism to prevent the recurrence of damage."

The society we want to realize We are not aiming for a society that excludes monkeys, but a society where we can coexist by sharing habitats.

As an April Dream This dream is not just an ideal; it is achievable. In some regions, cases are already emerging where damage has been significantly reduced through the continuation of region-appropriate measures.

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