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Iwate SafariPark岩手サファリパーク

A safari park where visitors observe animals up close while touring vast grasslands in their own car or on a safari bus. Its distinctive feature is watching large animals such as reticulated giraffes, Asian elephants, Bengal tigers, and cheetahs living in near-natural conditions directly from inside the vehicle.

Access
About 45 minutes from the Ichinoseki IC, about 30 minutes from the Wakayanagi-Kannari IC, or about 25 minutes via National Route 284.

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Basic Information

Iwate SafariPark basic information
TypeZoo
LocationIwate
JAZA MembershipJAZA member
OpenedUnconfirmed
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Asian elephants: "Elephant Village"

    A dedicated area themed on Asian elephants. Source

  2. Bengal tigers and cheetahs

    Large cats that can be observed safari-style. Source

Access

About 45 minutes from the Ichinoseki IC, about 30 minutes from the Wakayanagi-Kannari IC, or about 25 minutes via National Route 284. By train, about 20 minutes by taxi from JR Hanaizumi Station. Address: 121-2 Yamaya, Kinoumi, Fujisawa-cho, Ichinoseki, Iwate. Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for Iwate SafariPark
Hours9:30–17:00 (last entry 16:00). Closed on Wednesdays (with some exceptions, such as certain 2nd and 4th Thursdays; check the operating calendar for details). Source
AdmissionAdults (junior high and up) ¥2,900; children (age 3 to elementary school) ¥1,700. Individual admission is half price with a disability certificate. The safari bus costs an additional ¥800 for adults and ¥600 for children. Source

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

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FAQ

What days are you open?
Closed on Wednesdays. Details are available on the operating calendar. Source
What are the opening hours?
9:30–17:00 (entry accepted until 16:00). Source
From what age do children need to pay admission?
Admission is required from age 3. Source
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How much is parking?
Free for both passenger cars and tour buses, with space for about 400 vehicles. Source
Can I see the animals on rainy days?
Yes, as usual, but some areas may not be viewable during typhoons or heavy snow. Source
How do I get there by train?
Transfer from the JR Tohoku Shinkansen at Ichinoseki Station to the JR Tohoku Main Line, get off at Hanaizumi Station, then take a taxi for about 20 minutes. There is no direct public transportation. Source
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