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Nihondaira Zoo

Encounters with animals can change tomorrow!

Located at the foot of Nihondaira, this municipal zoo is famous for its breathtaking views of Mount Fuji across Suruga Bay.

Many visitors are captivated by the adorable sights of a wide variety of animals, including red pandas.

The zoo is known for its “behavioral exhibits,” which recreate environments close to the animals’ natural habitats to bring out their instincts.

In the popular “Predator House 299,” you can observe polar bears swimming underwater, as well as big cats like Amur tigers and jaguars.

Both adults and children are sure to be thrilled by the chance to see the bellies and large paw pads of these predators—a sight rarely seen!

The "Flying Megadome," one of the largest flying aviaries in Japan, is another highlight.

Here, you can observe a variety of birds up close in an environment that closely mimics nature.

With extensive indoor exhibits, including “Beast House 299,” you can enjoy the park comfortably even on rainy days.

It’s a spot where you can encounter the animals in all their vitality without worrying about the weather.

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Leisure Facilities

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Red panda

Amur tiger

Polar bear

Polar Bear (Underwater Tunnel)

Spotted Seal (Underwater Tunnel)

Flying Megadream

Main Entrance

Basic Information

Address

1767-6 Ikeda, Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture 422-8005

Telephone Number

054-262-3251（Representative, Nihondaira Zoo）

Open

9:00 AM–4:30 PM (Last admission at 4:00 PM)

Closures

Every Monday (or the following weekday if Monday is a national holiday or a substitute holiday), and during the year-end and New Year holidays (December 29 through January 1)

Price

General (High school students and older): 620 yen (500 yen for groups)
Elementary and junior high school students: 150 yen (120 yen for groups)
Annual Pass: General: 2,510 yen; Elementary and junior high school students: 610 yen

*Preschoolers are admitted free of charge.
*Group rates apply to groups of 20 or more paying visitors.
*Elementary and junior high school students residing in Shizuoka City are admitted free of charge upon presentation of original proof of enrollment.
*Residents of Shizuoka City aged 70 or older are admitted free of charge upon presentation of original proof of address and age.
*Holders of a Disability Certificate or Rehabilitation Certificate are admitted free of charge, along with one caregiver, upon presentation of the original certificate.

Access

[Car]
Approximately 5 km (about 10 minutes) from the Nihondaira-Kunozan Smart IC on the Tomei Expressway
Approximately 8 km (about 20 minutes) from the Shizuoka IC on the Tomei Expressway
Approximately 12 km (about 25 minutes) from the Shimizu IC on the Tomei Expressway
Approximately 10 km (about 20 minutes) from the Shin-Shizuoka IC on the Shin-Tomei Expressway

[Public Transportation]
From JR Higashi-Shizuoka Station, take the Shizutetsu Just Line “Nihondaira Line” for about 10 minutes, get off at “Zoo Entrance,” and walk for about 5 minutes.
From the South Exit of JR Higashi-Shizuoka Station, take the direct bus to the zoo operated by Nihondaira Bus; the ride takes about 10 minutes.
*Please contact the respective bus companies for details on schedules and other information.

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