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Yokohama Shiritsu Yokohama Doubutsuen横浜市立よこはま動物園

A public zoo in Asahi Ward, Yokohama. It offers a wide range of animal exhibits, hands-on experiences, educational programs, and breeding programs.

Access
About 15 minutes by bus from Tsurugamine Station or Mitsukyo Station on the Sotetsu Line.
Parking
2,200 spaces Source
Named individuals
2 individuals
Opened
1999 (month/day unconfirmed) · about 27 years of history

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Basic Information

Yokohama Shiritsu Yokohama Doubutsuen basic information
TypeZoo
LocationKanagawa
JAZA MembershipJAZA member
Opened1999 Source
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Night Zoorasia

    An evening event in August when the zoo opens at 13:00 and runs 13:00–20:00. Source

  2. Twin Giant Anteater Babies

    A special viewing and a vote to choose their nicknames. Source

  3. International Red Panda Day

    A special event about red pandas. Source

  4. Animal Encounters

    Programs in the zoo where you can interact with animals. Source

Access

About 15 minutes by bus from Tsurugamine Station or Mitsukyo Station on the Sotetsu Line. About 18 minutes by bus from Nakayama Station on the JR Yokohama Line and Yokohama Municipal Subway. About 1 hour by bus from Yokohama Station (infrequent service). You can also get off at the Kamishirane-cho bus stop and walk about 15 minutes. Source

Parking

2,200 spaces Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for Yokohama Shiritsu Yokohama Doubutsuen
Hours9:30–16:30 (last entry 16:00). On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays in August, 13:00–20:00 (last entry 19:00). Closed on Tuesdays (open if a holiday, closed the following day instead). Closed December 29–January 1. Source
AdmissionAdults ¥800; high school students ¥300; elementary and junior high students ¥200; preschool children free. Elementary, junior high, and high school students are admitted free on Saturdays (student ID required). Group discounts (20 or more), e.g., adults ¥640. Source

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

Animals You Can Meet

2 animals

No.0092In residence

Itchan

イッちゃん

Reference photo of Polar Bear; this is not a photo of Itchan
Species reference (not the individual pictured) / Photo: Alan Wilson / CC BY-SA 3.0 / Source / cropped

Polar BearUrsus maritimus

Sex
Female
Born
around 2013
VU— Vulnerable
No.0093In residence

Rai

ライ

Reference photo of Polar Bear; this is not a photo of Rai
Species reference (not the individual pictured) / Photo: Alan Wilson / CC BY-SA 3.0 / Source / cropped

Polar BearUrsus maritimus

Sex
Male
Born
November 18, 2024
VU— Vulnerable

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Animals Remembered Here

Records of animals who have died remain available as memorial pages.

No.0094In memoriam

Gogo

ゴーゴ

Polar BearUrsus maritimus

Sex
Male
Born
December 3, 2004
VU— Vulnerable

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FAQ

Is there any procedure for group visits?
Advance reservation is required for groups of 20 or more. Source
How much is parking?
¥1,000 per visit for standard cars, ¥2,500 per visit for buses. Source
Are wheelchairs and strollers available for rent?
Wheelchairs are free; strollers are ¥600. Source
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How many kinds of animals are there?
About 100 species and 570 animals (as of March 31, 2024). Source
Can I re-enter?
Yes. Show your same-day ticket at any entrance gate. Source
How long does it take to see the whole zoo?
About 3–4 hours, not counting breaks and meals. Source

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