This zoo strives to show visitors how each animal naturally behaves. It was once struggling with low attendance and on the brink of closure, but successfully revived into a popular zoo through these behavior exhibitions.
Each facility is built on the slopes of gentle hills, allowing visitors to walk around like hiking and observe the animals. The explanations provided by the keepers are very engaging, and they also announce feeding times, offering opportunities to see behaviors of the animals that are not usually visible. It is a highly interesting zoo.
Families with young children are encouraged to visit here.
Open
- November 11 – April 7, 2020 10:30～15:30(last enter:15:00)
- April 29 2020 – October 15, 2020 9:30～17:15(last enter:16:00)
- October 16 – November 3 2020 9:30～16:30(last enter:16:00)
- November 11 2020 – April 7, 10:30～15:30(last enter:15:00)
Close
- April 4 – 28 2020
- November 4 – 10
- December 30 – January 1
Access
- Take a Asahikawa Denkikido Bus #41,42,47 at #6 bus terminal in front of JR Asahikawa station.
- Buses are operated per 30 minutes and It takes 40 minutes to the Zoo.
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If you rent a car, you can park for free at the zoo. However, on weekends or holidays, the zoo tends to get very crowded, and the free parking areas may fill up quickly. There are paid parking lots around the zoo available for 500 yen per day.
Upon entering through the front gate, you will find the bird area on the right side.
Upon entering through the front gate, you will find the bird area on the right side.
Due to the numerous slopes within the zoo, shuttle cars are available for seniors and handicapped individuals.
The zoo is well-equipped with various facilities including toilets and rest areas.
The zoo staff have devised innovative animal exhibits where you can observe their activities from different perspectives.
A distinctive feature of Asahiyama Zoo is its ability to showcase the unique characteristics of each animal.
You can observe polar bears from small, clear domes, which is a very exciting and popular attraction at the zoo.
He is Gen Bando, the curator of Asahiyama Zoo and one of the key figures in its transformation. As he stepped onto the side stage, a seal approached, and they appeared to engage in a conversation.
You can observe seals and penguins from various angles as well.
This penguin appears to be flying, doesn’t it?
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