August 22nd: "What kind of leaves do animals eat? Let's make moss balls with plants grown in the park!" Participants wanted! (Application deadline: August 14th)

event
August 6, 2026

Added on August 11th

We are expanding the target grade levels. The program will now cover students from the first grade of elementary school through the third year of high school.

A variety of plants grow within the park. Some of these plants are given to the animals as treats. In this project, we will make moss balls using seedlings of plants that the animals eat.

You will choose one seedling you like from the plants we have prepared, and a staff member who manages the plantings at Ueno Zoo will explain how to make it. Using colorful thread, you will wrap soil and sphagnum moss around the roots of the seedling to make a moss ball.

You might make some interesting discoveries if you observe the shape and appearance of the leaves while growing seedlings at home!

Why not use it as interior decor to create summer vacation memories and help you stay cool this summer?

Moss ball
Date and Time

Saturday, August 22, 2026 10:00-11:00
*Event will proceed regardless of rain.

place

Ueno Zoo West Garden Management Office, 3rd Floor Conference Room
*Detailed information regarding the meeting method will be sent to the winners.

Capacity

20 people

subject

Elementary school 1st grade to high school 3rd grade (one parent/guardian may accompany each student)
*Participation is by prior registration only; only those who have registered will be able to participate.

Participation fee

Free (separate admission fee required)

clothing

Since you will be touching soil, please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

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 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 promptly deleted after its intended use has ended, ensuring strict and appropriate management.
deadline

Friday, August 14, 2026

If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held, and all applicants, regardless of whether they are selected or not, will be notified by email by August 18th (Tuesday). Please note that duplicate applications will be invalid.
If you are unable to attend after being selected, please contact us at 03-3828-5171 (main number).
Contact

Ueno Zoo Education and Outreach Section: 03-3828-5171 (Main number)
*Reception hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (excluding days the park is closed)