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Kobe Oji Zoo

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Kobe Oji Zoo

神戸市立王子動物園

Hyogo · Kansai

Kobe Oji Zoo is a charming zoo located in the heart of Kobe, featuring a variety of animals from around the world, including giant pandas. The zoo is known for its beautiful gardens and family-friendly atmosphere, making it a great spot for a leisurely day out.

Why we picked it

Many travelers overlook this zoo in favor of larger attractions in Kobe.

Best season
Year-round
Crowd level
Popular
Rating
4.3· 9,436 reviews
Opening hours
Mon–Tue 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wed Closed Thu–Sun 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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

Nearest station
Ojikoen Station · 5 min walk
Website
kobe-ojizoo.jp

Today

9:00–17:00Sun closed

Stored weekly hours

Mon–Tue 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wed Closed Thu–Sun 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

How to get there

From Shin-Osaka Station · ~44 min by car

Tags

zoofamily-friendly

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