Pan Kun, a chimp from Japan, and his bulldog friend James are (were?) stars of a couple hit television shows overseas.  The premise usually involves Pan Kun learning how to do some sort of human task like making ramen noodle, using a photobooth, buying groceries, taking care of James’ puppies, etc.  He often completes these tasks all by himself in a display of astonishing problem solving ability.  Sure, some slick editing could be at work here, but regardless he seems to be an exceptionally intelligent little chimp.  And so adorable I could die.  Just watch:

Apparently Pan Kun now belongs to a zoo and does stage shows.  One hopes he is being treated well.  As a card carrying member of the Jane Goodall Institute’s Chimpanzee Guardian Program, I should frown upon any use of chimps as entertainment, but I believe Pan Kun could inspire more to join causes that help protect chimps from poachers.  Here’s a bonus video, the highlight being when Pan Kun thinks “happy thoughts” to get his mind off the impending shot:

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