11/22、23「第12回都立動物園アフリカフェア」開催！ ～アフリカとアフリカの野生動物を知る～

Tama Zoo will be hosting the "12th Tokyo Metropolitan Zoological Park Africa Fair," which will introduce the nature, culture, tourism, current state of wildlife, and conservation activities of various African countries, with the aim of fostering friendship with these nations. We invite you to visit the park and experience Africa firsthand.

schedule

November 22nd (Sunday), 23rd (Monday/Holiday), 2026

place

Tama Zoo

Implementation details

With the participation and cooperation of African embassies and related organizations, the event will be implemented as follows:
Further details, including additional event information and a venue map, will be posted on this website.

Opening Ceremony

アフリカフェアに参加する各国の代表や来賓によるオープニングセレモニー。ゲストによるトークもおこないます。12時50分の開始に合わせ、アフリカ音楽の公演から、賑やかにアフリカフェアがスタートします。

※屋外の会場のため、一部優先席を含む観覧者用の長椅子の数に限りがあります。譲り合ってご利用ください。

African country introduction booths: "African Hippopotamus"

Embassies from various countries and organizations involved in Africa-related activities will set up booths, showcasing information on wildlife and tourism in African countries, as well as selling local products.

Additionally, booths related to the Tama Urban Monorail and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government are also scheduled to be exhibited.

African music performance: "Enjoy the vibrant rhythms of Africa!"

ケニアで音楽修行をした大西まさやと、ブルキナファソの伝統音楽家ベノワ・ミロゴが出会い結成した「BALANGOMA」が出演。
東西アフリカのさまざまな楽器が絡み合い、大地の鼓動を響かせます。躍動的なリズムと心地よいメロディーをお楽しみください。

African music and dance performance "Let's dance to the African beat!"

アフリカ各地から集結したバンド「Waka Waka Africa」がお届けする、アフリカ音楽とダンスのワクワク公演。
小さなお子様から大人まで、手拍子やダンスでいっしょに盛り上がれる参加型のステージです。

A stamp rally around the park called "African Stamp Rally"

アフリカを生息地とする動物を多数展示しているアフリカ園や、アフリカフェア会場をめぐる園内完結スタンプラリー「アフリカン・スタンプラリー」を開催します。各ラリーポイントを回りながら、スタンプを集めてください。
すべてのスタンプを集めた方、各日先着800名様に記念品をさしあげます。

Glass art by Yuko Monden

Yuko Monden, a line artist residing in Hino City, will paint glass art on the glass doors at the entrance of Watching Center. She will paint it little by little, mainly on days when the center is closed, building anticipation as it is completed by the day of the Africa Fair.

Connecting to the Africa Fair! A Relay of animal keeper' Stories ~Let's Learn About the Charms of African Animals~

From before the Africa Fair to the day of the event, animal keeper at the Tokyo Metropolitan Zoos (Ueno Zoological Gardens, Tama Zoo Inokashira Park Zoo Park, Tokyo Sea Life Park, and Oshima Park Zoo) will give talks about African animals.
Further details will be announced at a later date.

Panel Exhibition: "A Journey Through East Africa's World Heritage Sites – The Breath of the Land and the Inherited Culture"

East Africa is home to magnificent natural World Heritage sites and cultural World Heritage sites that tell the story of a long and rich history. There, you can find the lives of people who have lived in harmony with nature, and a diverse range of cultures.

This exhibition focuses on World Natural Heritage Sites and World Cultural Heritage Sites, showcasing their wildlife and attractions. Enjoy their charm as if you were traveling to these locations yourself.

Making accessories to learn about color culture

色彩豊かなアフリカン・ビーズを使ったワークショップです。ビーズの模様や色彩に込められた「文化的意味」を学びながら、自分だけのオリジナルアクセサリーをつくり上げます。アフリカの豊かな文化を身に纏う楽しさを、ぜひいっしょに体験してみませんか？
開催時間等の詳細は後日お知らせします。

Photo spot: "Take a photo here! Memories of Africa"

We will set up a photo spot that captures the charm of Africa. Please take a memorable photo to remember the moment.

Face painting

東京動物園ボランティアーズ（TZV）ドーセントグループ（DG）による「フェイスペインティング」を開催します！　顔にサーバルのペイントを施し、耳カチューシャをつけて、サーバルになりきってみませんか？

Sponsor

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Japan International Cooperation Agency

cooperation

Keio Corporation, Tama Urban Monorail Co., Ltd.