MiPig Cafées Japan

I strongly urge you not to visit these cafés. I made the mistake of going myself, and I deeply regret it. At first, I believed there was a chance the pigs might be well cared for. The pigs are, of course, sweet, but it quickly became clear that the environment is far from suitable for them.

When you arrive, the rules give the impression that the pigs' well-being is prioritized. For example, you are instructed not to follow them, to let them approach you, and to sit with your legs straight or crossed. However, despite guests following these rules, the staff were actively trying to force interactions. If the pigs didn’t come over on their own, the staff would pick them up and bring them to visitors. Additionally, the space for the pigs was very limited.

What disturbed me the most was the constant flow of people in and out. The pigs were clearly stressed, exhausted, and in need of rest, but the staff kept waking them every time new people arrived. When my friend and I left after the 30 minutes we had paid for, the pigs were visibly tired and even crying when woken up.

This is clearly unethical, and I regret supporting it. I encourage everyone to seek out other activities instead of supporting these establishments. For the sake of the animals, these cafés should not be endorsed.

Mini pigs are best suited to outdoor environments where they have plenty of space and opportunities to engage in their natural behaviors. The concept of "micro pigs," as these places often claim, is largely a myth. Many sources suggest that pigs will not remain this small unless they are starved, which is deeply concerning. Pigs are loving, nurturing animals that form strong bonds with their young. Mother pigs, known as sows, build nests for their piglets to rest and sleep in right after birth but these piglets did not seem to get any of that care and nourishment.

Also, please be aware that you cannot always trust positive reviews, as many places offer discounts in exchange for favorable feedback.