The local population of Japanese macaques has been surveyed sporadically by researchers. We compiled data on local populations in the southern Kanto district (Chichibu, Okutama, Daibosatsu, Mitsu-Toge, Tanzawa, Hakone, Ashitakayama, and Izu Peninsula) to evaluate their present status. In addition, the criteria for evaluating the status of local populations is presented.
