Mini-Stories: Volume 7
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Raccoons and Temples: A Cultural Dilemma
This chapter delves into the unexpected consequences of raccoon popularity in Japan, largely influenced by a children's memoir and its Disney adaptation. It discusses how these seemingly cute pets have become a damaging invasive species, creating ecological challenges particularly for historic Buddhist temples. The narrative also highlights the moral quandary faced by monks as they navigate the conflict between protecting ancient structures and adhering to their beliefs about harming living creatures.
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