What are the hours and closing days?

9:00–17:00 (partially open on Tuesdays). Closing days are irregular.

You can use Ikutopia Shokuhana's Parking Lot 1 (300 spaces) and Parking Lot 2 (120 spaces). Free for up to 90 minutes, then ¥100 per 30 minutes (¥1,000 for more than 6 hours).

Can I get there by bus?

From bay 16 of the Niigata Station bus terminal, take the S7 Sports Park Line and get off at Ikutopia Shokuhana-mae.

How do I get there by car?

About 5 minutes from the Niigata-Chuo IC or about 7 minutes from the Niigata-Kameda IC on the Nihonkai-Tohoku Expressway.

Is there anything to keep in mind when interacting with the animals?

Visitors are asked not to run inside, not to give the animals anything other than the designated feed, to wash their hands before and after touching the animals, and not to raise their voices.

Zoo ・ Niigata

Niigatashidoubutsufureai Center新潟市動物ふれあいセンター

An animal encounter facility inside Ikutopia Shokuhana in Chuo Ward, Niigata. In addition to keeping and offering hands-on contact with alpacas, capybaras, sheep, goats, ponies, rabbits, guinea pigs, and more, it also helps find new owners for cats and dogs available for adoption.

Hours: Regular 09:00–17:00（exceptions apply）

Updated: 2026-09-09 ／ Source: www.city.niigata.lg.jp www.ikutopia.com

Basic Information

Niigatashidoubutsufureai Center basic information
Type	Zoo
Location	Niigata
JAZA Membership	Non-member
Opened	Unconfirmed
Official / Social	Official SiteInstagram

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Hours and admission for Niigatashidoubutsufureai Center
Hours	9:00–17:00. Closing days are irregular (check the website of the operating facility, Ikutopia Shokuhana, for details). Source
Admission	Free. Source

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What are the hours and closing days?: 9:00–17:00 (partially open on Tuesdays). Closing days are irregular. Source
Is there an admission fee?: Admission is free. Source
Is there parking?: You can use Ikutopia Shokuhana's Parking Lot 1 (300 spaces) and Parking Lot 2 (120 spaces). Free for up to 90 minutes, then ¥100 per 30 minutes (¥1,000 for more than 6 hours). Source

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Can I get there by bus?: From bay 16 of the Niigata Station bus terminal, take the S7 Sports Park Line and get off at Ikutopia Shokuhana-mae. Source
How do I get there by car?: About 5 minutes from the Niigata-Chuo IC or about 7 minutes from the Niigata-Kameda IC on the Nihonkai-Tohoku Expressway. Source
Is there anything to keep in mind when interacting with the animals?: Visitors are asked not to run inside, not to give the animals anything other than the designated feed, to wash their hands before and after touching the animals, and not to raise their voices. Source

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Last verified: 2026-07-07 ／ Source: www.city.niigata.lg.jp www.ikutopia.com