We are recruiting participants for the World Tiger Day event for junior high school students, "That One Step Can Save the Tigers!? Learn About and Protect the Tiger Forest," co-hosted by Ueno Zoo and WWF Japan on July 29th! (Application deadline: July 5th)
event
June 22, 2026
Every year on July 29th, it is World Tiger Day. World Tiger Day is a day to learn about the current situation of tigers in the wild, which are an endangered species, and to think about what we can do to ensure their survival in the future.
Ueno Zoo and WWF Japan will be hosting a workshop-style event for junior high school students on the theme of tiger conservation. At the event, participants will learn about the reasons for the decline in tiger populations and their connection to our lives, together with animal keeper and WWF staff involved in conservation activities in tiger habitats, and consider "what we can do to protect tigers."
What does it mean to "protect tigers"?
What can we do in our daily lives?
What kind of "jobs" are involved in nature conservation and wildlife?
We want all of you who are about to spread your wings and venture out into society to take the "first step" in thinking about the future of tigers.
This event was created with those feelings in mind. Middle school students, please apply!
Date and Time
Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 9:00 AM - 1:15 PM [Event will proceed rain or shine]
place
Ueno Zoo
Capacity
40 people
*Advance registration required
*Only one person can apply at a time. Each person may apply only once.
Content
First, you will observe the tigers with animal keeper and learn about their ecology. Afterwards, you will learn from WWF staff involved in conservation activities in the tiger habitat about the reasons for the decline in the tiger population and how it connects to our lives, and then you will divide into groups to discuss what you can do to protect tigers.
You'll have the opportunity to speak directly with zoo and WWF staff, and learn about various jobs related to nature conservation and animals, which will be helpful when considering your future career path.
Participation fee
free
Lecturer
Tsubasa Iwabuchi (WWF Japan, Nature Conservation Department (Forestry))
Based primarily in Southeast Asia, the organization engages in a wide range of activities, from scientific monitoring of forests and wildlife to promoting the sustainable production of commodities that contribute to deforestation, such as natural rubber.
How to Apply
Please apply using the application form below.
When applying, please configure your spam filter and email software to allow emails from @tokyo-zoo.net and @kintoneapp.com. This is especially important for those applying from a mobile phone. If you do not receive an automatic reply email after applying, please contact the Ueno Zoo Education and Outreach Section.
*You will be redirected to an external site (kintoneapp.com). kintoneapp.com is a website managed and operated by Toyokumo Co., Ltd. Personal information provided by applicants in connection with this program will be securely stored on a server managed by Toyokumo Co., Ltd. and will be managed in a strict and appropriate manner, including being promptly deleted after its use for the intended purpose has ended.
Contact
上野動物園 教育普及係
03-3828-5171（代表）
※受付時間は9時30分～17時
deadline
Sunday, July 5, 2026
*If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held, and the results will be announced by 5 PM on Friday, July 10th.
*Please note that duplicate entries will be invalid.
others
1. If you have any concerns regarding your application, please do not hesitate to contact us.
2. Please note that due to the nature of the program, late arrivals and early departures are not permitted.
3. We will be taking photographs of the program for publicity and record-keeping purposes. Please be aware that these photographs may be used on our website and other promotional materials.