# Monkeys As Waiters Primate Restaurant in Japan By Cowbag | Published 2008-10-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monkey-waiters-primates-working-in-japanese-restaurant References: [news.bbc](http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/7654267.stm) I hate to see animals anywhere but in the wild so this [monkey restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-monkey-business) really touched a nerve with me. A restaurant in Japan has some [unusual waiting staff](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hospitality-recruitment) on its books. There are two macaque monkeys, Yatchan and Fukuchan, who serve customers and are given soya beans as tips. The younger of the two, Fuku-chan, usually begins the first shift and is quick to hand hot towels to customers to clean their hands before ordering drinks. Four year old Fuku-chan has only two years experience under his furry belt and his work load is limited to hot towels. Yatchan actually [serves drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kubi) too. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Animal-inclusive Service Industry:** Integrating animals into service roles can create unique and memorable customer experiences. - **Unconventional Workforce:** Employing non-human staff members can provide an opportunity for businesses to stand out and attract attention. - **Animal Rights and Ethics:** The use of animals in service industries can raise questions about their welfare and treatment. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Introducing animal waiters can revolutionize the restaurant experience and generate publicity for hospitality businesses. - **Entertainment:** Incorporating animals into entertainment venues, such as monkey waiters, can create unique and engaging experiences. - **Animal Welfare:** The emergence of animal-inclusive service industries warrants a focus on improving animal rights and ensuring ethical treatment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Robotic Coffee Waiters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/second-cup-coffee-company.md) - [Generative-AI Restaurant Servers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brown-bacon-ai.md) - [Playful Monkey-Inspired Coat Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monkey-coat-stand.md) - [Friendly Cartoony Serving Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robot-server.md) - [Avatar-Staffed Convenience Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lawson.md) - [Collectible Tea Mascot Keychains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pg-tips-monkey-collectible.md) - [Shapeshifting Restaurant Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotating-table-service-robot.md) - [Animated Fish Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hangyodon-theme-cafe.md) - [Contactless Robot Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beijing-winter-games-restaurant.md)