About This Site
Follow Punch is a fan-made website dedicated to following the journey of Punch-kun, the baby Japanese macaque at Ichikawa City Zoo who captured the world's heart. This site is not affiliated with Ichikawa City Zoological and Botanical Gardens or any official organization.
Who is Punch-kun?
Punch-kun (パンチくん) is a baby Japanese macaque born on July 26, 2025, at the Ichikawa City Zoological and Botanical Gardens in Chiba, Japan. Abandoned by his mother just one day after birth, he was hand-raised by two devoted zookeepers who gave him an IKEA DJUNGELSKOG orangutan stuffed animal for comfort.
Named after Monkey Punch, the creator of Lupin the Third, Punch-kun became a global sensation in February 2026 when images of the tiny monkey clutching his oversized plushie went viral. He has since become a symbol of resilience, comfort, and the universal need for a little something to hold onto.
Why this site?
When Punch-kun's story went viral, millions of people around the world wanted to follow his progress. But there was no central English-language hub collecting updates, translating zoo announcements, and tracking his journey in one place.
So we made one. This site gathers the latest news, maintains a timeline of key events, and curates video content -- all so you can easily keep up with Punch-kun's story as it unfolds.
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