Rampu's story
The soulful eyes of Ms. Ranpu, a rabbit from Okunoshima, touched hearts worldwide. This brave little rabbit's plea for help moved everyone who saw her
Ranpu—a rabbit rescued in July 2024 from Okunoshima (widely known as "Rabbit Island") in Hiroshima Prefecture, who was suffering from a large tumor on her ear—was the subject of a public fundraising campaign to cover her medical treatment, and subsequently went on to live in a private home.
Our Mission
Our mission is to protect the rabbits of Ohkunoshima, rabbit island in Japan.
Behind its image as “Rabbit Island,” many rabbits suffer from injury, disease, human-caused harm, and uncontrolled breeding. Without proper care, lives are lost every day.
Through rescue efforts and on-site documentation, we are working to bring this reality to light—and to change it.
Your action matters.
We focus on:
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Emergency rescue and medical care
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Responsible adoption and rehoming
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Sharing accurate information and raising awareness
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Promoting responsible human behavior
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Working with experts toward long-term solutions
You can help by:
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Donating
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Sharing information
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Supporting responsible care
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Adopting or connecting rabbits to safe homes
This is about more than “cute rabbits.”
It’s about animal welfare and responsibility.
Act now. Be their voice.
What’s Really Happening to the Rabbits of Ohkunoshima?
Hiroshima’s Ohkunoshima, famously known as "Rabbit Island," is a major tourist destination. However, behind the cute photos lies a heartbreaking reality: these rabbits are struggling to survive in a harsh environment.
The Dark Side of "Rabbit Island
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Malnutrition and Health Issues: Irresponsible feeding by tourists leads to malnutrition and fatal cases of aspiration (choking).
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Physical Trauma and Stress: Many rabbits suffer from broken bones or die from extreme stress caused by tourists chasing or picking them up. Tragically, a large number of rabbits were victims of fatal abuse in late 2024.
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Accidents and Intentional Harm: Road accidents involving vehicles are common, and there have been confirmed cases of intentional physical abuse.
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Spreading Disease: Without proper breeding control, diseases and infections spread rapidly through the population.
Despite this crisis, government intervention remains insufficient. The burden of saving these lives falls almost entirely on volunteers and private rescue efforts.
A Ray of Hope: Rescue and Rehoming
For rabbits that are ill or injured, the Ministry of the Environment now allows rescue and removal from Okunoshima, provided they are given a lifelong home. Thanks to compassionate rescuers and new families, many of these "invisible victims" are now receiving medical treatment and living happily as beloved family members.
How You Can Help
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Observe, Don’t Touch: Do not chase, pick up, or touch the rabbits.
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Keep Your Distance: Respect their space and let them live without the stress of human interference.
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Spread the Truth: Raise awareness about the reality of Ohkunoshima and urge authorities to take action.
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Report Injuries: If you find an injured rabbit, contact a trusted rescue organization or shelter immediately.
Rabbits are not "tourist attractions"—they are living beings that deserve respect. Your actions can change the future for the rabbits of Ohkunoshima.