Don't let your guard down when you hike through Japanese forests—bears are not cute and cuddly when alarmed!

There's no stopping them! Numbers of wild boars keep growing despite challenges posed by the sea, radiation or hunters.

Invasive species bring unintended negative consequences to local ecosystems, often preying on and competing with native species or even threatening cultural customs such as 'hanami' (cherry blossom viewing festivals).

If you're on your way to the heights of Tokyo Skytree, take a moment to look into the depths of the ocean as well!

Want to sit in a café with your favorite furball? Watch monkeys play in hot springs? Feed semi-tame deer? All you need to know is where to go and Japan has your answer!

Get your fill of Japan's wildest and cutest animals courtesy of these excellent zoos.

These animals look like something straight out of our nightmares!

This incredible Hokkaido zoo has been attracting 3 million visitors per year by making the visitors the animals' toys.