1500 kinds of cactus and succulent plants all over the world "Izu Shaboten Park" which opened in Ito city in Shizuoka Prefecture in 1959 was originally a facility like a botanical garden where you can see unusual cactus in Japan. However, as the number of animals has increased now, it was renamed "Izu Shaboten Zoo" in 2016 and became more popular. Here you can see about … [Read more...] about Izu Shaboten Zoo, Shizuoka
Zoo and Aquarium
Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama, Kyoto
You can get in touch with lovely Japanese macaques at hand There is a popular spot for foreign tourists in Arashiyama which is one of the best tourist destinations in Kyoto. It is "Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama". Here, we can see the wild Japanese macaques in close proximity, and also because we can give food, it is crowded every day. And it is also a topic to say that the … [Read more...] about Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama, Kyoto
Marine World Uminonakamichi, Fukuoka
A place where you will never get tired of watching "Marine World Uminonakamichi" is an urban aquarium in Fukuoka city. This is an aquarium related to the local Kyushu region, there are living creatures living in the nearby sea, coral reefs of Amami, and exhibits of creatures in the water of Aso forest. Many sea creatures are swimming in each of large and small aquariums, such … [Read more...] about Marine World Uminonakamichi, Fukuoka
Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Aichi
The number of animal species is the largest among zoos in Japan Nagoya Chikusa Ward was crowded as a downtown area of Nagoya since ancient times. There is "Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens" in the eastern part of such Chikusa district. Its origin is 1890 and it was in 1937 that it was relocated to Higashiyama Park. At that time it was called "The Greatest Zoological … [Read more...] about Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Aichi
Wakayama Adventure World, Wakayama
Zoos, aquariums and amusement parks are united "Wakayama Adventure World" is a theme park in Shirahama cho, Wakayama prefecture, where zoos, aquariums and amusement parks are united. You can watch the animals living in natural form in close proximity in a large site. Panda is famous for "Wakayama Adventure World", but actually there are many animals other than panda and sea … [Read more...] about Wakayama Adventure World, Wakayama
Fuji Safari Park, Shizuoka
Japan's largest safari park where you can see Mount Fuji Fuji Safari Park is Japan 's largest safari park in Susono City, Shizuoka Prefecture. This place is also known as safari park where Mt. Fuji can be seen. There, animals are raised in an environment close to nature. You can see the animals from the running cars nearby, it is very powerful. This is safari park not only … [Read more...] about Fuji Safari Park, Shizuoka
Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort, Nagasaki
"Entertainment" superb view where you can play all day Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture, popular for Huis Ten Bosch and Sasebo burger etc. Among them, "Kujukushima" is a superb view spot not to be missed. This area by Rias Coast and the islands is not only a place to watch but also a resort where you can play a day. Kujukushima is a large sea area connecting 25 kilometers … [Read more...] about Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort, Nagasaki
Okichan Theater, Okinawa
It is so rich that you can't play in one day Ocean Expo Park is a beautiful park located in Motobu on the northern part of Okinawa Main Island where flowers of the southern country bloom and overlook the azure sea. There are various facilities in the park, such as the world's largest "Churaumi Aquarium" with the motif of the sea of Okinawa, the dolphin show "Okichan Theater", … [Read more...] about Okichan Theater, Okinawa
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa
The biggest attraction of Okinawa is the beautiful sea that surrounds the island. It's fun to actually swim in the blue shining sea and play on the beach, but how about exploring the beautiful sea of Okinawa? The Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is located in the Ocean Expo Park, one of the most popular spots in Okinawa Prefecture, with over 3 million visitors every year. In recent … [Read more...] about Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa
Kyoto City Zoo, Kyoto
“Kyoto City Zoo” is an urban zoo located in Okazaki Park, 30 minutes by bus from Kyoto Station. The historic zoo opened in 1903 and reopened in September 2015. The display method has been greatly changed so that the animals can be felt closer, and the number of visitors has increased significantly. Currently, about 140 types and 600 animals are on display, and gorillas and … [Read more...] about Kyoto City Zoo, Kyoto