*This offer ended on December 28, 2022.

The special exhibition "Amphibians and Reptiles in Daily Life from a Folklore Perspective—Folklore × Herpetology" will reopen on Tuesday, August 23, 2022.

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Ueno Zoo 's Vivarium (Vivarium) will present a special exhibition titled "Folklore × Herpetology" to introduce Japanese amphibians and reptiles from a cultural perspective.

You can also visit the special exhibition on the Tokyo Zoovie Maps & Tours, a web content of the Tokyo Metropolitan Zoo and Aquarium. Please take a look.

Exhibition planned: White snakes from Iwakuni	Exhibition planned: Kajikago (a type of basket)

period
July 6, 2021 (Tuesday) - December 28, 2022 (Wednesday)
*Please note that this information may be subject to change due to measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

place
West Garden Vivarium (Special exhibition corner in the entrance hall)

Content
Since ancient times, the Japanese have strived to coexist with nature. This coexistence included amphibians and reptiles that inhabit Japan. They have been incorporated into the lives of the Japanese in various forms, including faith, medicine, and literature.

This special exhibition will focus on the cultural aspects of Japanese life and introduce native amphibians and reptiles. The venue will feature common amphibians and reptiles that can be seen in Japan, as well as the nationally designated natural monument, the "Iwakuni White Snake" (*).

Some cultures have faded away, while others continue to be passed down through generations. Let's explore amphibians and reptiles in our daily lives from various perspectives.

(*) White snake of Iwakuni
In Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, many albino Japanese Ratsnake rat snakes are observed, and these have been designated as a national natural monument.

Exhibition planned
◆ Living animals
White snakes of Iwakuni, Japanese softshell turtles, Hakone salamanders, Japanese Newt etc.
*Please note that the exhibits may be changed due to reasons related to the health management of the animals.

◆ Specimen
Kajika baskets, smoked salamanders, etc.

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When you visit the park, please "Ueno Zoo Congestion Map" Please make use of it.

(June 24, 2021)
(October 15, 2021: Added information about "Tokyo Zoovie Maps & Tours")
(November 12, 2021: Added information about the suspension)
(April 5, 2022: Added information regarding the reopening and continued closure of Vivarium)
(August 22, 2022: Added information about reopening)
(December 28, 2022: Added information that the service has ended)