| "Miracle"
Zoo in the Far North of Japan
Asahiyama Zoo
This zoo was to be closed as visitors numbers had
decreased, but staff remodeled the animal display
methods so that the animals’ natural habitats
could be seen more dynamically. Now, Asahiyama Zoo
has become the most spotlighted zoo in Japan. This
success story has great influenced other zoos and
theme parks around the country. Many tourists from
abroad visit the zoo.
ˆThe popular event in
Asahiyama Zoo, “King penguins walking.”
This event takes place to give these beautiful
penguins more exercise, and also to make good use
of their habitat, where they move in groups when they
look for food. This event only takes place in winter
on snowy days.
Orangutan crossing
a 17-meter high rope.
Seen only in summer seasons.
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You can observe dynamic
arctic bears diving and swimming. There is also
a capsule in which you can experience the fear
of a seal as it is attacked by arctic bears. |
You can see seals through
a column-shaped water tank (Marine way) |
You can see penguins
just like flying |
Information
Opening days in 2006
Winter season: November 3-April 8, 2007, 10:30~15:30
(Last entry 15:00)
*Closed from October 23 to November 2, December 30
to January 1, April 9 to April 27, 2007
Entrance fee: Adult (over senior high school students)
¥580
Inquiries
Higashi Asahikawacho Kuranuma, Asahikawa-shi, Hokkaido
078-8205
Tel: 0166-36-1104
http://www5.city.asahikawa.hokkaido.jp/asahiyamazoo/index.html |
