Events during Tokyo Cultural Heritage Week
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October 8, 2026
In conjunction with Tokyo Cultural Heritage Week (October 24th (Sat) - November 3rd (Tue/Holiday), 2026), we will be holding events introducing the cultural properties of each park, including animals designated as natural monuments. Why not spend a day in autumn strolling through the park and reflecting on the value and preservation of cultural properties?
Please note that the registered name and the name used within each park may differ. The names in parentheses in the tables in each park's article are the names displayed within the park.
*Depending on the animal's health condition, viewing may not be possible.
"Cultural assets"
Under the Cultural Properties Protection Act, cultural properties are classified into six categories: "Tangible Cultural Properties (buildings, crafts, etc.)", "Intangible Cultural Properties (theater, music, etc.)", "Folk Cultural Properties (customs, traditions, folk performing arts, etc.)", "Monuments (archaeological sites, scenic spots, flora and fauna, etc.)", "Cultural Landscapes (landscapes formed by the lives of local people, etc.)", and "Traditional Building Groups (traditional buildings that form a historical landscape, etc.)".
"Important Cultural Property"
These are tangible cultural properties that have been designated by the government as "important."
"Natural Monument"
Among the plants and animals designated as "monuments," those designated as "important" by the national government, prefectural governments, etc.
"Special Natural Monument"
These are "natural monuments" that have been designated by the government as "particularly important."
Tama Zoo
Tama Zoo
During Tokyo Cultural Heritage Week, we will be distributing "explanatory cards" about animals designated as natural monuments. Please stop by!
October 24, 2026 (Sat)- November 3, 2026 (Tuesday/Holiday)
During the period from 9:30
*While supplies last.
Main Main Gate Square
*In case of rain: Watching Center 1st floor entrance
type | Name |
|---|---|
special Natural Monument | Red-crowned Crane |
Storks (Oriental White Stork) | |
Japanese serow (Japanese Serow) | |
Natural Monument (National designation) | Steller's Sea Eagle |
White-tailed Eagle | |
Golden Eagle (Japanese Golden Eagle) | |
Tundra Bean Goose | |
Brant Goose | |
Greater White-fronted Goose | |
Japanese Wood Pigeon | |
Red-headed Wood Pigeon | |
Terrestrial mollusks of the Ogasawara Islands (Land Snail) |
Cultural Heritage Week Special Guide: "The Stork"
Join our guides as you observe the appearance and lifestyle of the Oriental White Stork, a species designated as a Special Natural Monument. We will also introduce you to the relationship between Japanese culture and the Oriental White Stork.
Saturday, October 31, 2026, 11:00-11:20
[Cancelled due to rain]
Near spot number 26 on Asian Zone map
If you wish to participate, please come to the meeting place by the start time.
Cultural Heritage Week Special Guide: "Golden Eagle"
Join our guides as you observe the appearance and lifestyle of Golden Eagle, a designated natural monument. We will also introduce you to the relationship between Japanese culture and Golden Eagle.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 14:00-14:20
November 3rd (Tuesday/Holiday) 11:00-11:20
[Cancelled due to rain]
Asian Zone Flying Cage
If you wish to participate, please come to the meeting place by the start time.
Cultural Heritage Week Special Talk: "Birds Designated as Natural Monuments"
In conjunction with Cultural Heritage Week, bird keepers will talk about the wild lifestyles of various birds designated as natural monuments, as well as points to observe at the zoo.
November 3, 2026 (Tuesday/Holiday) 14:00-14:30
Animal Watching Center
Anyone is welcome to participate.
*The content is geared towards elementary school students and older, but preschool children are also welcome to participate.
100 people
*No reservation required; first-come, first-served basis on the day of the event.