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Noichi Zoological Park of Kochi Prefecture高知県立のいち動物公園

A Kochi prefectural zoological park that values keeping animals without cages or fences. It emphasizes letting animals live much as they would in their native habitats and show their natural behavior, and visitors can meet a wide range of animals across several zones, including temperate, tropical, and African.

Access
A 20-minute walk or 13-minute rental-bicycle ride from Noichi Station on the Tosa Kuroshio Railway Gomen-Nahari Line.
Visit time
90–120 min Source

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Basic Information

Noichi Zoological Park of Kochi Prefecture basic information
TypeZoo
LocationKochi
JAZA MembershipJAZA member
OpenedUnconfirmed
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Habitat-like enclosures

    Without cages or fences, you can see the animals' natural appearance and expressions. Source

  2. Temperate, tropical, and African zones

    Meet a wide variety of animals across several climate zones. Source

  3. Animal Science Hall

    A learning facility where you can study animals. Source

Access

A 20-minute walk or 13-minute rental-bicycle ride from Noichi Station on the Tosa Kuroshio Railway Gomen-Nahari Line. About 20 minutes from the Nankoku IC on the Kochi Expressway. From Kochi Ryoma Airport, a shared taxi is available (¥500 between the airport and Noichi Station). Free parking (about 280 cars and 10 buses). Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for Noichi Zoological Park of Kochi Prefecture
Hours9:30–17:00 (entry until 16:00). Closed on Mondays (the following day if the Monday is a holiday) and over the New Year period (December 29–January 1). Source
AdmissionAdults ¥470; under 18 and high school students and younger free. Annual admission pass ¥1,570. Groups (20 or more) ¥370. Admission is waived on presentation of a disability certificate or similar. Source

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

Plan your visit

Suggested visit time

90–120 min Source

Amenities and accessibility

  • Wheelchair rentalAvailable
  • Stroller rentalAvailable
  • Nursing roomAvailable
  • Food and drinkAvailable
  • LockersAvailable
  • Pets allowedNot available
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Animals You Can Meet

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FAQ

When is the park closed?
Every Monday (the following day if the Monday is a holiday). It is also closed over the New Year period (December 29–January 1). Source
Can I bring my pet into the park?
Pets are not allowed (guide dogs require advance notice). Source
How long does a visit take?
Seeing the whole park takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours. Source
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Can I reserve a wheelchair or stroller?
Reservations are not accepted; they are lent on a first-come, first-served basis on the day (strollers ¥200 each). Source

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