Summer Special Event: "Summer Night @ Tama Zoo 2026 - Let's gaze up at the summer night sky together"

event
June 11, 2026

Tama Zoo will hold the "Summer Night @Tama Zoo 2026," which will open for six days in August by extending the opening hours by 3 hours until 8 PM. Please take your time and enjoy the cooled interior of the park.

"Summer Night @ Tama Zoo 2026" Poster

Basic Information

Dates and opening hours

August 8th (Saturday), 9th (Sunday), 13th (Thursday), 14th (Friday), 15th (Saturday), 22nd (Saturday), 2026
9:30 AM - 8:00 PM (Last entry at 7:00 PM)

Public areas and animal exhibition hours

Details regarding the areas you can view and the animal exhibit times will be announced at a later date.

Restaurant and gift shop operations

We will be extending the operating hours of our restaurants and gift shops. Enjoy a meal or drink while exploring the park on a summer evening.

Eurasian Moorhen Kitchen (Food & Drinks)

Opening hours: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Last order 7:00 PM)

Koala House Lower Shop (Food & Drinks)

Opening hours: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Last order 7:00 PM)

Gift shop collection (souvenir sales)

Opening hours: 9:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Stroller rental

Rental location

Stroller rental station across from Watching Center

Loan reception hours

9:30 AM - 7:00 PM (Returns accepted until 8:00 PM)

Fee

500 yen per day

Special Program

Nighttime keeper talk

The zookeepers will give keeper talk focusing on the behavior and ecology of nocturnal animals. You might hear some fascinating facts about nocturnal animals that only the zookeepers know.
Details such as the start time and location will be announced at a later date.

Date and Time

Each day from 5 PM to 8 PM (approximately 10 minutes)
*Some talks may be canceled in case of rain.

place

In front of each animal enclosure

Bat watching

Observing bats flying through the night sky

In the darkened park, you'll observe wild Japanese Japanese Pipistrelle flying through the night sky together with the staff. This activity allows you to learn about the ecology of bats while observing them in their natural habitat.

Date and Time

Each day from around 6:30 PM (approximately 30 minutes) [Cancelled in case of rain]
*The schedule will change to coincide with sunset. The new schedule will be announced via the park's public address system on the day of the event.

place

African Zone Safari Bridge

Requests and Precautions for All Visitors

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Animal exhibits may be canceled or changed depending on the animals' condition, weather, etc.
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The shuttle bus will not operate during the extended hours. It will operate as usual until 3:50 PM.
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Some areas will be closed to the public after the animals' exhibit hours have ended.
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Please refrain from using flash photography on animals.
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Do not shine flashlights or lights at animals; use them only to illuminate your path.
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Please refrain from using insect repellent products in the insectarium.
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There is no parking available at our park. Nearby parking lots are expected to be crowded, so we recommend using public transportation.