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Okinawa Zoo & Museum沖縄こどもの国

A complex combining a zoo (Animal Zone) and a science museum (Wonder Museum). Under the concept "fun on sunny days and rainy days alike," it pairs encounters with rare creatures of the Ryukyu Arc with science experiences that stimulate the senses.

Access
On the Okinawa Expressway, about 20 minutes from the Naha IC to the Okinawa-Minami IC, then about 10 minutes from the IC.
Opened
May 5, 1970 · 56 years of history

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Basic Information

TypeZoo
LocationOkinawa
JAZA MembershipJAZA member
OpenedMay 5, 1970 Source
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Yaku sika deer

    A type of deer known for its short legs. Source

  2. Sun bear backyard tour

    A tour of the behind-the-scenes areas of animal care that are normally off-limits. Source

  3. NIGHT ZOO

    A nighttime opening event. Source

Access

On the Okinawa Expressway, about 20 minutes from the Naha IC to the Okinawa-Minami IC, then about 10 minutes from the IC. By ordinary roads, about 50 minutes from Naha Airport. By bus, routes 23, 27, 31, and others from the Naha Bus Terminal take about 1 hour; get off at the "Nakanomachi" stop. Parking for 700 cars. Source

Hours and Admission

HoursWeekdays 9:30–17:30 (entry until 16:30); weekends and holidays 9:30–21:00 (entry until 20:00). Closed on Tuesdays (if the Tuesday is a holiday, the park opens and closes the following Wednesday instead). Source
AdmissionAge 16 and over ¥1,000; age 15 and under free. Students (high school, university, etc.) ¥500 with a student ID. Holders of a disability certificate pay half price, with one companion free. Annual pass: age 16 and over ¥4,000, students ¥2,000. Source

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FAQ

How much is admission?
Age 16 and over ¥1,000; age 15 and under free. Students pay ¥500 with a student ID. Source
When is the park closed?
Every Tuesday. If the Tuesday is a holiday, the park opens that day and closes the following Wednesday instead. Source
Is there an admission fee for a pre-visit inspection for group use?
No admission fee is charged. Tell the staff at the entrance gate that you are there for a pre-visit inspection. Source
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Is there parking?
There is parking for 700 cars. Source
How do I get there by bus?
From the Naha Bus Terminal, take route 23, 27, 31, or similar for about 1 hour and get off at the "Nakanomachi" bus stop. Source
How do I get there by car?
On the Okinawa Expressway, it is about 20 minutes from the Naha IC to the Okinawa-Minami IC, then about 10 minutes from the Okinawa-Minami IC to the park. By ordinary roads, about 50 minutes from Naha Airport. Source

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Facility Adult admission Hours Visit time Parking Named residents
DMM KARIYUSHI AQUARIUM — 09:00–19:00 — — —
Neo Park Okinawa — 09:30–17:30 — — —
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium ¥2,180 — 90–120 min — —

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