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Kushiroshi Doubutsuen釧路市動物園

A municipal zoo in eastern Hokkaido with grounds covering 47.8 ha. The operating season runs April 10 to October 14. Known for its polar bear exhibit, it also displays animals associated with Hokkaido such as red-crowned cranes, Blakiston's fish owls, and Humboldt penguins.

Access
About 55 minutes from JR Kushiro Station by Akan Bus, or about 27 minutes (18 km) by car, taxi, or rental car.

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Basic Information

Kushiroshi Doubutsuen basic information
TypeZoo
LocationHokkaido
JAZA MembershipJAZA member
OpenedUnconfirmed
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Polar bears

    Kept and exhibited as the zoo's signature animal. Source

  2. Red-crowned cranes

    A featured exhibit, with a dedicated page on the official site. Source

  3. Blakiston's fish owl

    A rare bird of prey associated with Hokkaido. Source

Access

About 55 minutes from JR Kushiro Station by Akan Bus, or about 27 minutes (18 km) by car, taxi, or rental car. From Kushiro Airport, about 11 minutes (7 km) by taxi or rental car, or about 5 minutes from the Kushiro Airport IC on the Doto Expressway. The municipal parking lot in front of the West Gate is free. Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for Kushiroshi Doubutsuen
HoursOperating season is April 10 to October 14, 9:30–16:30 (last entry 16:00). Closed on Wednesdays from December to February and during the New Year holidays (December 29–January 2). Source
AdmissionGeneral ¥580; junior high students and younger free. Source

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

Animals You Can Meet

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Transferred and Connected Animals

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Born at this facility and now living at another facility.

No.0103In memoriam

Kurumi

クルミ

Polar BearUrsus maritimus

Oga Suizokukan Gao

Sex
Female
Born
December 26, 1996
VU— Vulnerable

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FAQ

Is there parking?
From April 10 to November 3, the West Gate parking lot is available free of charge. The lot in front of the main gate is reserved for visitors with disabilities. Source
How long does it take to see the zoo?
It varies by visitor, but roughly 1 hour to 1.5 hours. Source
Can I borrow a wheelchair?
Wheelchairs are lent free of charge. Source
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Can I bring my pet into the zoo?
Pets are not allowed. Guide dogs and service dogs are permitted. Source
Can I borrow a stroller?
Strollers are rented for ¥200 (a ¥300 deposit is collected at rental and ¥100 is refunded on return). Not available for infants who cannot yet hold up their heads. Source

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