Japan zoo bans solo male visitors to prevent flirtation, citing family and couple discomfort


A zoo in Japan has implemented an entrance ban for solo men following repeated instances of harassment directed towards its female owner and women guests, attracting significant attention online.

Situated in Tochigi Prefecture in eastern Japan, Healing Pavilion is an interactive zoo that allows visitors to feed, cuddle, and forge bonds with animals such as pigs, cats, dogs, and sheep.

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