On May 31 this year, the first release of the crested ibis in Honshu will take place in Hakui City, Ishikawa Prefecture.
Starting today, we are recruiting people who wish to observe from the general viewing area set up near the venue of the release ceremony.
Date & Time Sunday, May 31, 2026, 15:25-15:45 (scheduled)
Location On the road along the Yoki Ground Golf Course (64 Omachi, Hakui City, Ishikawa Prefecture)
Capacity (Advance application required) 600 people
Application Period Friday, April 24, 2026 - Friday, May 8, 2026 * If there are many applications, a lottery will be held.
Application Method & Details For details, please view the following website provided by Ishikawa Prefecture and apply using the dedicated online application form or by postcard.
https://www.pref.ishikawa.lg.jp/sizen/toki/houcyoushiki_2026s.html
* Access to the viewing area is on foot, by regular shuttle bus, or free shuttle bus. * Please understand that viewing is not permitted in the area where the crested ibises will fly towards or on public roads.
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- Source: PR TIMES
- Category: Event