Updated on Wednesday, May 7, 2025:
The viewing method for "Xiao Xiao" will change from May 13th, 2025 (Tuesday). There will be no change to the viewing method for "Lei Lei". Please check here for details.

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As previously announced here (Xiaoxiao's practice session in the enclosure, the latest news on Giant Panda [121]), Xiaoxiao has been practicing in outdoor enclosure C and has become accustomed to it well, so we will be changing the viewing method for Xiaoxiao and Leilei from Tuesday, March 11th.

Xiaoxiao (1343 days old) (Date of photo: February 25, 2025)	Lei Lei (1343 days old) (Date of photo: February 25, 2025)

Opening time

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

・The queue for viewing usually closes at 3:30 PM. Depending on the crowd situation on the day, it may close earlier than the usual time.
Depending on the animals and preparation status, the viewing may begin earlier than 10:00 AM.

Viewing location

Giant Panda exhibit in "Panda Forest" area, Ueno Zoo, West Garden

How to view

Please line up in the viewing queue from either the entrance on the Children's Zoo side or the entrance on West Garden rest area side.
- You cannot join the line midway (please line up with everyone in your group). If you need to leave the line to use the restroom or for other reasons, please be considerate and inform the people in front of and behind you.
The viewing area will be divided into several sections. You will be asked to move to the next area in about one minute, so please follow the instructions of the staff.
・If you are queuing outside "Panda Forest," please follow the instructions and guidance of the staff at the site.

*Viewing lines may change depending on crowd conditions. Viewing methods may also change without notice.

Precautions

1. To prevent accidents and ensure everyone's safety, please do not run in the park and arrive calmly.
2. Giant Panda may be in areas of the enclosure that are not visible, or the exhibit may be suddenly closed for health reasons, meaning you may not be able to see them even during visiting hours.
3. Photography is permitted, but flash photography is prohibited. Please observe this rule to avoid startling the animals. Also, as viewing time is limited, please refrain from staying in the same spot for extended periods to take photos, and be considerate of others while viewing the animals.
4. Please refrain from making loud noises or voices in the viewing area so as not to startle the animals.
5. Please follow the guidance and instructions of the staff while viewing the exhibits. We ask that you refrain from any behavior that may disturb other visitors.

(March 8, 2025)
(March 11, 2025: Title and opening paragraph revised)
(May 7, 2025: Added information on viewing methods from May 13 onwards)