Just like last year, the heat here has been extremely intense.

I take care of animals every day, but it's really hot, so I have to be careful when I work to avoid heatstroke.

The animals at the zoo are not very active during the day and tend to relax in their huts or in the shade of the trees.

It's been a really tough summer for both humans and animals, and I hope it cools down soon.

Agricultural Department Kazuhide Hirota