No.0034Status pending
Melody
メロディ
Red PandaAilurus fulgens
- Sex
- Female
- Born
- July 6, 2017
EN— Endangered
Zoo ・ Kagoshima · JAZA member
Hirakawa Zoo鹿児島市平川動物公園
A zoo run by Kagoshima City, keeping 827 animals of 125 species. The Africa section spreads out against a panoramic backdrop of Sakurajima and Kinko Bay, and the zoo has used exhibits that make the most of the natural setting since it opened. Known as a lush, green zoo with a southern feel, it even has a foot bath from which you can view the animals and Sakurajima. It also works with research institutions on wildlife research and on conservation of rare species such as the Lidth's jay.
- Access
- About a 20-minute walk from Goino Station on the JR Ibusuki-Makurazaki Line, or take a bus bound for Taniyama / Dobutsuen from Fukuhira Nokyo-mae to the last stop.
Updated: ／ Source: hirakawazoo.jp hirakawazoo.jp hirakawazoo.jp hirakawazoo.jp
Exterior of Hirakawa Zoo
Basic Information
| Type | Zoo |
|---|---|
| Location | Kagoshima |
| JAZA Membership | JAZA member |
| Opened | Unconfirmed |
| Official / Social |
Highlights
Koalas
An exhibit animal introduced in detail on a dedicated page of the official site. Source
Baby animal news
Updates on newborn animals are posted regularly. Source
Night Zoo
On weekends in August the zoo stays open until 21:00, with events such as animal guide talks during evening hours. Source
Touching corner
Direct hands-on contact with animals. Source
Masai giraffes
Masai giraffes newly arrived from Miyazaki City are on exhibit. Source
Access
About a 20-minute walk from Goino Station on the JR Ibusuki-Makurazaki Line, or take a bus bound for Taniyama / Dobutsuen from Fukuhira Nokyo-mae to the last stop. From Kagoshima Station, take Kagoshima Kotsu bus Route 2 bound for Taniyama / Dobutsuen to the last stop (the nearest stop is Dobutsuen). Source
Hours and Admission
| Hours | 9:00–17:00 (entry until 16:30). Closed December 29–January 1. Source |
|---|---|
| Admission | Adults (high school students and older): city residents ¥750, non-residents ¥1,000. Elementary and junior high school students: city residents ¥150, non-residents ¥200. Preschoolers free. Source |
Hours and admission may change.Check the Official Site for the latest information.
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Transferred and Connected Animals
1 animal
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No.0058In memoriam
Kibo
キボウ
Asian Small-clawed OtterAonyx cinereus
Toba Aquarium
- Sex
- Female
- Born
- Unknown
VU— Vulnerable
Animals Remembered Here
Records of animals who have died remain available as memorial pages.
No.0033In memoriam
Subaru
スバル
Red PandaAilurus fulgens
- Sex
- Male
- Born
- June 26, 2010
EN— Endangered
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FAQ
- What are the hours for entering the zoo?
- The zoo is open 9:00–17:00. Please enter by 16:30. Source
- Are there closing days?
- The zoo is closed from December 29 to January 1. It may also close temporarily due to typhoons and the like. Source
- What is the nearest station?
- Goino Station on the JR Ibusuki-Makurazaki Line. It is about a 20-minute walk from the station. Source
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| Facility | Adult admission | Hours | Visit time | Parking | Named residents |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kagoshima City Aquarium | ¥2,000 | 09:30–18:00 | 90 min | — | — |
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