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Asahiyama Zoo

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Asahiyama Zoo

旭山動物園

Hokkaido

Asahiyama Zoo is renowned for its unique enclosures that allow visitors to observe animals in a more naturalistic setting. The zoo is particularly famous for its interactive exhibits, such as the penguin walk and the glass tunnel for polar bears.

Why we picked it

Many travelers overlook it in favor of larger cities, missing out on this innovative zoo experience.

Best season
Summer
Crowd level
Popular
Rating
4.5· 28,588 reviews
Opening hours
Daily 9:30 AM – 5:15 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
¥1,000 adult admission
Nearest station
Higashi-Asahikawa Station
Website
city.asahikawa.hokkaido.jp/asahiyamazoo/?utm_source=GBP&utm_medium=GBP&utm_term=GBP&utm_content=GBP&utm_campaign=GBP

Today

9:30–17:15¥1,000

Stored weekly hours

Daily 9:30 AM – 5:15 PM

How to get there

From Sapporo Station · ~2h 9m by car

Tags

zoowildlifeHokkaido

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