We will move Koala-themed "Komachi" train.
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April 9, 2026 14:00
We would like to inform you that Tama Zoo will be moving its Koala, "Komachi" (female), to Awaji Farm Park England Hill (Minamiawaji City, Hyogo Prefecture).
Koala, the traveling koala
(Date of photo: February 18, 2026)
(Date of photo: February 18, 2026)
Moving Koala
name
Komachi
sex
female
age
8 years old
date of birth
Born on April 27, 2017, at Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Nagoya City.
Arrived at Tama Zoo on July 27, 2020.
Planned moving date
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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Depending on the animals' condition, the transfer may be postponed or canceled.
If the event is postponed or canceled, we will announce it on Tama Zoo official website.
If the event is postponed or canceled, we will announce it on Tama Zoo official website.
background
Tama Zoo is working to breed Koala, a rare animal species, through mutual cooperation among its aquariums. To facilitate the formation of new koala pairs and breeding efforts, the Koala will be moving koalas through a breeding loan program (*).
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About breeding loans
A contract to lease an animal for the purpose of breeding.
The aim is to encourage the formation of new pairs and contribute to breeding by moving individuals between zoos.
A contract to lease an animal for the purpose of breeding.
The aim is to encourage the formation of new pairs and contribute to breeding by moving individuals between zoos.
Animal care status at Tama Zoo (as of April 9, 2026)
4 animals (1 male, 3 females)
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This includes the "Komachi" train that will be moving.
Domestic breeding situation (as of December 31, 2025)
7 facilities, 61 animals (27 males, 33 females, 1 unknown)
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Source: 2025 Koala National Pedigree Registry [Japanese Association of Zoos and Aquariums]