Missing pandas? No worries 😄 After giant pandas headed home, one of Japan's top theme parks has launched 'keeper experiences' to keep the cuteness alive. Instead of just watching pandas munch bamboo, visitors can step behind the scenes to feed, groom, and learn from real zookeepers! 🐾
What's on offer?
- Hands-on sessions: prepare animal diets, clean enclosures, and assist with enrichment toys.
- AR add-ons: interact with virtual pandas and share your snaps on social.
- Meet the mascots: hang out with red pandas, meerkats, and more—perfect for your Instagram feed! 📸
Why it works: Giant pandas are a magnet for tourists across South and Southeast Asia, where panda cafes and pop-up merch are a hit. These keeper days turn visitors into caretakers, creating memories that go beyond a quick photo op. Plus, they highlight wildlife conservation in a fun, hands-on way 🌱
Have you tried a keeper day yet? Share your fave moments and let's keep the panda love going—no bamboo required 😉
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Japanese theme park turns to 'keeper experiences' to fill panda gap
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