Yes, on a leash or harness, but since April 1, 2022, pets are not admitted on weekends, holidays, and long holiday periods (except on the monthly Pet Day).

About 150 spaces including a temporary lot, all free.

Is there an annual pass?

There is a weekday-only "Weekday Pass" (adults ¥7,150, children ¥4,400) and a "Full Free Pass" valid on weekends too (adults ¥13,200, children ¥6,600).

Are wheelchairs and strollers available for rent?

Wheelchairs and strollers are available, though few in number. There is also a nursing room in the zoo.

Show the ticket you receive at entry and you can re-enter as many times as you like that day.

Is there anywhere to eat my own lunch?

There are dining areas in the zoo (locations are provided at entry). Goat Hill also has a dining area.

Zoo ・ Kagawa

Shirotori Zooしろとり動物園

A private zoo in Higashikagawa, Kagawa Prefecture. Known as "the zoo that's too free," it lets you interact directly with some animals, such as tortoises and rabbits, in free-roaming areas. It also holds photo sessions with baby big cats and animal shows.

Hours: Regular 09:30–17:00（exceptions apply）
Access: By car, about 10 minutes from the Hiketa Interchange on the Takamatsu Expressway via National Route 11 toward Takamatsu.
Parking: 150 spaces Source

Updated: 2026-09-09 ／ Source: shirotorizoo.com shirotorizoo.com shirotorizoo.com shirotorizoo.com

Exterior of Shirotori Zoo — Photo: KQuhen / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Source / cropped

Basic Information

Shirotori Zoo basic information
Type	Zoo
Location	Kagawa
JAZA Membership	Non-member
Opened	Unconfirmed
Official / Social	Official Site

Highlights

Free-Roaming Petting Areas
You can walk up to and touch some animals, such as tortoises and rabbits. Source
Photo Sessions with Baby Big Cats
Limited-time "hold and pose" sessions where you can take a photo with a lion or tiger cub. Source
Dining Area on Goat Hill
Climb Goat Hill to the right of the entrance to find a dining area where you can eat your lunch among goats and dogs. Source

Access

By car, about 10 minutes from the Hiketa Interchange on the Takamatsu Expressway via National Route 11 toward Takamatsu. By train, take the JR Kotoku Line from JR Takamatsu Station to Sanuki-Shirotori Station (about 1 hour 20 minutes), then a taxi for about 10 minutes. Source

Parking

150 spaces Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for Shirotori Zoo
Hours	9:30–17:00 (entry until 16:00), with slight seasonal variations. Closed two days a month. Source
Admission	Adults (junior high students to age 64) ¥1,650; children (age 3 through 6th grade) ¥770. Ages 65 and over and discount coupon users: adults ¥1,430, children ¥710. Disability certificate holders: adults ¥820, children ¥490. Groups (30 or more): adults ¥1,430, children ¥710. Source

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

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Amenities and accessibility

Wheelchair rentalAvailable
Stroller rentalAvailable
Nursing roomAvailable
Food and drinkNot available
ShopAvailable

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FAQ

Can I bring my pet?: Yes, on a leash or harness, but since April 1, 2022, pets are not admitted on weekends, holidays, and long holiday periods (except on the monthly Pet Day). Source
Is there parking?: About 150 spaces including a temporary lot, all free. Source
Is there an annual pass?: There is a weekday-only "Weekday Pass" (adults ¥7,150, children ¥4,400) and a "Full Free Pass" valid on weekends too (adults ¥13,200, children ¥6,600). Source

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Are wheelchairs and strollers available for rent?: Wheelchairs and strollers are available, though few in number. There is also a nursing room in the zoo. Source
Can I re-enter?: Show the ticket you receive at entry and you can re-enter as many times as you like that day. Source
Is there anywhere to eat my own lunch?: There are dining areas in the zoo (locations are provided at entry). Goat Hill also has a dining area. Source
How do I get there from the nearest station?: Take the JR Kotoku Line from JR Takamatsu Station to Sanuki-Shirotori Station (about 1 hour 20 minutes), then a taxi for about 10 minutes. Source
How many kinds of animals are there?: About 70 kinds of animals. Source

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Last verified: 2026-07-07 ／ Source: shirotorizoo.com