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Kushiro City Zoo
Hokkaido’s biggest yet! Furry friends from the vast northern wilderness await.
Kushiro City Zoo, opened in 1975, is Hokkaido's largest zoo, spanning an impressive 47.8 hectares.
The zoo is home to nearly 50 species, from large animals like lions, tigers, giraffes, and polar bears to smaller creatures like red pandas, otters, and rabbits. It also houses the Tancho (red-crowned crane) Conservation and Breeding Center and Japan’s only Blakiston’s Fish Owl Conservation Center, emphasizing the zoo's role in breeding and preserving endangered species.
One of the highlights is the Hokkaido Zone, which captures the essence of the famous local spot, Kushiro Marsh. Visitors can observe local wildlife like red-crowned cranes, Ezo flying squirrels, white-tailed eagles, and Steller’s sea eagles. A boardwalk leads through the zone, allowing guests to explore the flora and fauna, giving the impression of visiting the actual marshlands.
The zoo also offers fun activities for families and friends, including an amusement park with a Ferris wheel and a cycle monorail. There’s also a designated BBQ area, available by reservation.
With summer temperatures averaging a pleasant 20°C in the Kushiro area, the zoo provides a cool, comfortable environment to catch all the animal friends.
Highlights
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One of the largest zoos in Hokkaido.
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Home to nearly 50 species, ranging from large animals to smaller creatures.
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Showcase of local wildlife at the Hokkaido Zone is always a major draw.
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Amusement park and a BBQ area on the grounds.
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Located in a relatively cool region during summer so you can plan for comfort.
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Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
Yes, brochures are available in English, Chinese, and Taiwanese.
Information signs for animals also include English descriptions.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available (except in the Hokkaido Zone).
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Are coin lockers available?
Yes, small coin lockers are available. For larger suitcases, free storage is provided at the General Information Desk.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
Re-entry is not allowed.
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Are there any smoking areas?
Not available.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 釧路市動物園
- Postal Code
- 085-0204
- Address
- 11 Akanchoshimoninishibetsu, Kushiro City, Hokkaido
- Telephone
- 0154-56-2121
- Closed
- From December 29th to January 2nd, Wednesdays from December to February (Open if Wednesday is a public holiday)
- Business Hours
- 9:30am - 4:30pm(From April 10th to October 14th), 10:00am -3:30pm(From October 15th to April 9th)
- Admission
- Adults(high school students and older) 580yen, Free for junior high school students and younger
- Access
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(1)About 27 minutes by car from JR Nemuro Main Line’s Kushiro Station.
(2)About 11 minutes by car from Kushiro Airport. - Credit Cards
- Accepted (electronic money, and QR code payments are accepted)
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)