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Obviously it’s inevitable he’s gonna get bigger and also I’m so happy for his progress and I love to watch him get bigger too, but it’s so sad at the same time looking back at that little bubba knowing we won’t see him like that again 😩🥺 I finally understand what people mean when they say they grow up so fast 🥺

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I think they are promoting the pre-order of Punch's book (which is now #1), hence some new pictures of Punch.

There is one where Punch has a scowling face similar to baby Sakura. lol

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Emogram update on Ichikawa Zoo. Wonder if the new viewing method will be similar to the one implemented during September. Translated using the browser's built-in translation function.

October 13, 2026
By - emogram editorial team, Yunchi

Ichikawa City Zoological and Botanical Garden in Chiba Prefecture is known for Punch, a Japanese macaque who is striving to join the monkey troop. Construction on the monkey mountain has been closed to visitors for a long time, but today the zoo announced detailed information about the future schedule on its official website.

The park will reopen for viewing on October 21st, and the new viewing format will be announced this weekend.

The zoo announced on its official X account that "Construction work will continue until 3 PM, after which the monkeys will be released. We made considerable progress today," reporting that significant progress was made on the day's work.

Furthermore, they announced the specific date for reopening the park, stating, "In order to complete the construction safely, the outer fence will be removed on Tuesday, October 20th. However, that day will be used for the final inspection, and we will reopen the park to visitors on Wednesday, October 21st."

Furthermore, it was announced that "the new viewing method will be announced this weekend." During the Silver Week holiday, the monkey enclosure was temporarily open to visitors, but several experimental rules were introduced for viewing. It seems that the details of how viewing will be conducted after the reopening will be announced before then.

When Punch-kun was photographed up close, some people asked, "Who is that?"

The post also included a photo of Punch-kun that appeared to have been taken at close range. Fans were surprised to see his face after so long, with many saying they didn't recognize him.

"Who is it?! I'm starting to lose track of who it is. This is hopeless. It's almost 10/21! I can't wait!"

"Punch-kun, your face is starting to look more like a young man's. I live far away and can't come to see you right away, but I'm looking forward to everyone's posts."

"Huh? Punch-kun? You look like your big brother now. Your arms and legs have gotten longer too, and I don't think I'll be able to recognize you unless I check your belly button."

"Punch-kun, your face has grown into that of a big brother! You're growing up so well and healthily. You're doing so well, you're amazing!"

Expressions of gratitude to construction workers and eagerness for the resumption of work.

As the construction project finally reached its final stages, many people expressed their gratitude to the construction workers and zookeepers.

"The construction is progressing quite well, which is great. We're almost there."

"We're finally in the final stages. I hope that all the construction workers, zoo staff, zookeepers, and most importantly, all the monkeys in the monkey enclosure stay safe and healthy. I hope that everyone will be safe and smiling when we reopen."

"If any problems are found during the final inspection, it's perfectly fine to postpone the visit until the originally scheduled date! We always support a zoo that puts the animals first! The longer we wait, the more excited we become to see Punch and everyone else."

Punch-kun, who was watching over them, and their wish for a reunion.

On that day, the situation at the monkey enclosure was explained in an official X post, which included a photo of what appeared to be Punch-kun's back as he watched over the enclosure. Comments expressing concern for Punch-kun were also posted.

"Punch-kun was watching over the staff members the whole time, wasn't he? Good job, Punch-kun! So cool. This play area is filled with lots of love from the staff. Punch-kun, have lots of fun with your new friends at your new play area!"

"I'll be able to meet Punch-kun soon, but I hope a lot of people don't show up unexpectedly and surprise him. I also hope that Punch-kun is the only one at the zoo who will be holding Orang Mama's stuffed animal."

If all goes well, the reunion with Punch-kun, which many fans are eagerly awaiting, will be in about a week. We've received a lot of excited comments.

Writer's comment

The news that the reopening date has finally been set must have been truly wonderful news for fans who have been waiting for so long. Seeing Punch's face after so long, you can't help but want to say, "You've grown up so much!" I'm looking forward to the moment on October 21st when I can see the energetic monkeys and Punch at the monkey mountain.

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