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No.0095In residence
Hokuto
ホクト
Reference photo of Polar Bear; this is not a photo of Hokuto
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Polar BearUrsus maritimus
- Sex
- Male
- Born
- around 2000
VU— Vulnerable
Zoo ・ Hokkaido · JAZA member
Asahiyama Zoo旭川市旭山動物園
A municipal zoo run by the City of Asahikawa. Under the philosophy "What we convey is life," it is known for "behavioral exhibits" that show animals' natural ecological abilities and behaviors. It also runs an insect house and MYZOOKAN (an exhibit that adds one new animal species each month), and takes part in a project to give back to Borneo conservation.
- Access
- From bus stop 6 at the Asahikawa Station bus terminal, take the Asahiyama Zoo Line (routes 41 and 47) for about 40 minutes; ¥500 for adults.
- Parking
- 500 spaces Source
- Named individuals
- 2 individuals
- Opened
- July 1, 1967 · 59 years of history
Updated: ／ Source: www.city.asahikawa.hokkaido.jp www.city.asahikawa.hokkaido.jp www.city.asahikawa.hokkaido.jp www.city.asahikawa.hokkaido.jp
Exterior of Asahiyama Zoo
Basic Information
| Type | Zoo |
|---|---|
| Location | Hokkaido |
| JAZA Membership | JAZA member |
| Opened | July 1, 1967 |
| Official / Social |
Access
From bus stop 6 at the Asahikawa Station bus terminal, take the Asahiyama Zoo Line (routes 41 and 47) for about 40 minutes; ¥500 for adults. From Asahikawa Airport, route 78 takes about 35 minutes; ¥650 for adults. By car, about 20 minutes from the Asahikawa-Kita IC. Source
Parking
500 spaces Source
Hours and Admission
| Hours | Opening hours vary by season (for example, 9:30–17:15 in the regular season and 10:30–15:30 in the off-season). Check the "Events and Opening Calendar" page on the official site for the latest opening periods and hours. Source |
|---|---|
| Admission | Individuals: general ¥1,000 (Asahikawa residents ¥700); junior high students and younger free. Groups (25 or more): general ¥900, residents ¥600. Annual pass (zoo only) ¥1,400. Source |
Hours and admission may change.Check the Official Site for the latest information.
Animals You Can Meet
2 animals
Reference photo of Polar Bear; this is not a photo of Hokuto
No.0096In residence
Pirika
ピリカ
Reference photo of Polar Bear; this is not a photo of Pirika
Polar BearUrsus maritimus
- Sex
- Female
- Born
- December 15, 2005
VU— Vulnerable
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Residency Unconfirmed
Residency Unconfirmed 1 animal
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No.0031Status pending
Jinjin
菫菫
Red PandaAilurus fulgens
- Sex
- Male
- Born
- July 5, 2022
EN— Endangered
Transferred and Connected Animals
3 animals
No.0030Transferred
Puaru
プーアル
Red PandaAilurus fulgens
- Sex
- Male
- Born
- June 15, 2015
EN— Endangered
No.0032Transferred
Chenchen
茜茜
Red PandaAilurus fulgens
- Sex
- Female
- Born
- July 5, 2022
EN— Endangered
Born at this facility and now living at another facility.
No.0097In residence
Yume
ゆめ
Polar BearUrsus maritimus
OJI ZOO
- Sex
- Female
- Born
- December 10, 2021
VU— Vulnerable
Events
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- Pirika’s birthdayDecember 15
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FAQ
- How much is admission?
- For individuals, general admission is ¥1,000, Asahikawa residents pay ¥700, and junior high students and younger are free. Source
- Are the opening hours the same all year?
- No, they change by season. Opening periods and days can be checked on the Events and Opening Calendar page. Source
- How do I get there from Asahikawa Station?
- From bus stop 6 at the Asahikawa Station bus terminal, take the Asahiyama Zoo Line (routes 41 and 47) for about 40 minutes; ¥500 for adults. Source
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- Can I re-enter the zoo?
- As a rule, re-entry is not allowed. Source
- Can I bring my pet into the zoo?
- Pets are not allowed. Service dogs, guide dogs, and hearing dogs are permitted. Source
- How long does it take to see the zoo?
- About 3 hours is a rough guide. Because the zoo sits on a hillside, it may take longer once breaks are included. Source
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