Zoo ・ Akita

Kumakumaenくまくま園（阿仁熊牧場）

Opened in 1990 as the Ani Bear Farm and reopened in 2014 after renovation as "Kumakuma-en." It keeps Asian black bears and brown bears and is a rare zoo in Japan where you can observe bears up close. During the open season it offers family-friendly hands-on programs such as events where you can interact with bear cubs.

Hours
Regular 09:00–16:00（exceptions apply）
Access
By car, about 1 hour from the Takanosu IC via Route 105.
Opened
1990 (month/day unconfirmed) · about 36 years of history

Updated: ／ Source: www.city.kitaakita.akita.jp

Basic Information

TypeZoo
LocationAkita
JAZA MembershipNon-member
Opened1990 Source
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Close-up viewing and feeding of Asian black bears

    Observe Asian black bears up close and feed them. Source

  2. Viewing brown bears through glass at the brown bear house

    An exhibit where you can watch brown bears through glass. Source

  3. Bear cub nursery event

    An event held twice a day where you can watch the bear cubs. Source

  4. Meet "Nori-chan," the model for a picture book

    Meet the bear that served as the model for a picture book. Source

  5. Bear cub encounter event

    An event held during the open season where you can interact with bear cubs. Source

Access

By car, about 1 hour from the Takanosu IC via Route 105. By train, about 1 hour from Kakunodate Station on the Akita Nairiku Line to Ani-Matagi Station, with pickup available from the station. By air, about 1 hour 10 minutes by rental car from Odate-Noshiro Airport. Source

Hours and Admission

HoursOpen season is late April to early November (no closing days during the season). Hours 9:00–16:00, last entry 15:30. Source
AdmissionAdults (high school students and older) ¥700 / children (elementary and junior high school students) ¥200 (includes bear feed) / preschoolers (under elementary school age) free. Groups (15 or more): ¥100 off the adult rate only. Source

Hours and admission may change.Check the Official Site for the latest information.

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FAQ

How much is admission?
Adults (high school students and older) ¥700; elementary and junior high school students ¥200 (includes bear feed); preschoolers free. Groups (15 or more) get ¥100 off the adult rate. Source
What are the open season and hours?
The open season is late April to early November, and hours are 9:00–16:00 (last entry 15:30), with no closing days during the season. Source
How do I get there by car?
About 1 hour 30 minutes from the Gojome IC on the Akita Expressway, or about 1 hour from the Takanosu IC. Source
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Can I feed the bears?
Yes. You can feed the Asian black bears and brown bears with feed purchased at the entrance. During Golden Week, a bear cub encounter experience is also held. Source
Are there closing days during the open season?
No. The park is open every day during its late April to early November season. Source

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