Akiyoshidai Safari Land

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Akiyoshidai Safari Land

A theme park where you can encounter animals living in conditions close to the wild.

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A theme park where you can see animals showing behavior close to what they would in the wild, surrounded by vast natural scenery. The park is broadly divided into four areas.

In the “Safari Zone,” which you can explore by private car or dedicated bus, you can observe lions, tigers, African elephants, and other animals living freely up close. Watching them move in groups, relax at ease, or eat makes for a truly rewarding experience, with scenes that feel close to nature. At the “Animal Petting Plaza,” you can get out of the car to see white tigers and red pandas, and also enjoy feeding small animals such as rabbits and guinea pigs.

There is also “Kids Safari,” filled with play equipment that lets children feel like animals as they play, as well as an amusement park with a Ferris wheel and roller coaster, offering plenty to enjoy beyond animal viewing.

The park also has a restaurant where you can dine while looking at red pandas, along with a shop selling original goods. Nearby attractions include Akiyoshido Cave, a special natural monument and massive limestone cave, as well as Taishodo Cave and Kagekiyodo Cave, so using a shared admission ticket to visit them at a discount is also recommended.

Highlights

  • See animals up close in behavior close to the wild.
  • There is also an area where you can interact directly with small animals.
  • An amusement park is also attached, where you can enjoy rides and attractions.
  • A combined ticket is available with nearby attractions such as Akiyoshido Cave.

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  • You can drive your own car right up near the animals

    You can drive your own car right up near the animals

  • You can also go around by bus with an animal feeding experience

    You can also go around by bus with an animal feeding experience

  • The Animal Petting Plaza can be explored on foot

    The Animal Petting Plaza can be explored on foot

  • Horseback riding is also available

    Horseback riding is also available

  • The amusement park offers plenty of attractions

    The amusement park offers plenty of attractions

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Is free Wi-Fi available in the park?

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No free Wi-Fi is available.

Q

Are there coin lockers?

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There are no coin lockers, but baggage can be stored free of charge at the General Information Center (Feeding Bus Reception).

Q

Is re-entry allowed?

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You may re-enter as many times as you like on the same day.

Q

Are there smoking areas?

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There is one in the main parking lot, one in the Animal Petting Plaza, and one in the amusement park.

Q

Are there sightseeing spots nearby?

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There are many places nearby where you can enjoy the great outdoors, including Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park, a karst plateau expected to be recognized as a UNESCO Global Geopark in spring 2026, and Akiyoshido Cave stretching beneath it. Another highlight is Beppu Benten Pond, a mysterious spring-fed pond that shines cobalt blue.
Hagi City, where you can enjoy a former castle town atmosphere, and Yamaguchi City, home to the five-story pagoda of Rurikoji Temple, are also about 40 minutes away by car, making them easy stops while touring the area.

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Details

Name in Japanese
秋吉台自然動物公園サファリランド
Postal Code
754-0302
Address
1212 Aka, Mitoucho, Mine, Yamaguchi
Phone
08396-2-1000
Closed on
Open daily *Temporary closures may occur due to facility inspections, etc.
Hours
Apr. 1–Sep. 30: Safari Zone, Animal Petting Plaza 9:30am–4:45pm, amusement park 9:30am–5:00pm, shop 9:15am–5:00pm
Oct. 1–Mar. 31: Safari Zone, Animal Petting Plaza 9:30am–4:15pm, amusement park 9:30am–4:30pm, shop 9:15am–4:30pm
Restaurant: 11:00am–4:00pm year-round (Last food order at 3:30pm)
*Please check the official website for reception hours
Admission
Admission fee
Private car: Adults (junior high school students and older) 2,600 yen, children (ages 3 and up) 1,600 yen, ages 70 and older 2,300 yen, tablet guide 600 yen (required)
Feeding bus (admission + animal feed): Adults (junior high school students and older) 3,700 yen, children (ages 3 and up) 2,700 yen, ages 70 and older 3,400 yen
Access
From JR Shin-Yamaguchi Station, take a bus and transfer at Akiyoshido, get off at Safari Land, then walk a short distance
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official website
Official website (Japanese)