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Sendaishiyagiyama Doubutsu Kouen仙台市八木山動物公園

Access
Take the Sendai Subway Tozai Line to Yagiyama Zoological Park Station; the zoo is right by the elevator from Central Exit 1 (about 12 minutes from Sendai Station).

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Basic Information

Sendaishiyagiyama Doubutsu Kouen basic information
TypeZoo
LocationMiyagi
JAZA MembershipJAZA member
OpenedUnconfirmed
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Polar bears

    A popular exhibit with set viewing hours. Source

  2. Lions

    See the king of beasts up close. Source

  3. Sumatran tigers

    An exhibit of this rare tiger subspecies. Source

  4. African elephant "Mary"

    An African elephant known to visitors by name. Source

  5. Bactrian camels

    Camels with their distinctive two humps. Source

  6. Red pandas

    A popular small animal. Source

Access

Take the Sendai Subway Tozai Line to Yagiyama Zoological Park Station; the zoo is right by the elevator from Central Exit 1 (about 12 minutes from Sendai Station). By car, about 20 minutes from the Sendai-Minami IC via Route 286, or about 20 minutes from the Sendai-Miyagi IC via Route 48. Parking: standard cars up to ¥500, large vehicles ¥1,000, motorcycles free. Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for Sendaishiyagiyama Doubutsu Kouen
Hours9:00–16:45 (last entry 16:00). November–February: closes at 16:00 (last entry 15:00). Closed every Wednesday (the following Thursday if Wednesday is a holiday). Source
AdmissionAdults and high school students and older ¥480; elementary and junior high school students ¥120; preschool children free. Annual pass ¥1,200 (valid for one year from the date of purchase). Discount for holders of a physical disability certificate or similar, plus one companion. Source

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

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Transferred and Connected Animals

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Born at this facility and now living at another facility.

No.0020In residence

Akebi

アケビ

Red PandaAilurus fulgens

Sabaeshinishiyama Doubutsuen

Sex
Female
Born
June 29, 2020
EN— Endangered

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FAQ

How much is admission?
Adults ¥480, elementary and junior high school students ¥120, preschool children free. Source
When is the zoo closed?
Every Wednesday. If Wednesday is a holiday, the zoo closes the following Thursday instead. Source
Can I interact with the animals?
A hands-on animal encounter program is held daily at Fureai-no-Oka. Source
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What are the closing days?
Every Wednesday. If Wednesday is a holiday, the following Thursday is a closing day instead. Source
Can I touch the animals?
A hands-on animal encounter program is held daily at Fureai-no-Oka. Source
Where can I park a motorcycle or bicycle?
There is a free, uncovered bicycle and motorcycle parking area in front of the East Gate (on the Benyland side). Paid bicycle parking is also available at the park-and-ride lot at Yagiyama Zoological Park Station. Source
Can I donate food for the animals?
Donations are accepted for animals that can be fed with donated items; prior consultation is required. Fruit and vegetables are the easiest to use. Contact the Animal Care and Exhibition Section. Source

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