Travels to Asahikawa and Asahiyama Zoo in Hokkaido

A small zoo in Hokkaido worth visiting after visiting Asahidake.
It takes about two hours.
Although it's small, it's home to some adorable and unique animals.

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A must-see when visiting Hokkaido is Asahiyama Zoo in Asahikawa! More than just a typical zoo, this is known for its action displays—animals exhibiting their instinctive behaviors in a simulated natural environment, allowing visitors to observe their daily lives from multiple perspectives for a truly immersive experience.

🐧 Must-See Specialty Animals Highlights

✨ Penguin House & Penguin Walk
• The winter-only Penguin Walk features king penguins parading through the snow—super relaxing!

✨ Seal House
• The unique transparent tank allows you to watch seals swim up and down in an elevator-style motion.

✨ Polar Bear House
• One of the most popular attractions, be sure to capture the polar bears diving and diving!

✨ Orangutan House
• Look up and you might see orangutans leisurely walking on the high ropes.

✨ Hokkaido Animal House
• Get up close and personal with local animals like the Yezo deer, Kita fox, and the Yezo raccoon dog, and learn about Hokkaido's natural ecology.

Top 5 Popular Attractions
1. 🐧 Penguin Walk (December-March Only)
2. 🦭 Underwater Tunnel at the Seal House
3. 🐻 Polar Bear House Diving Moment
4. 🦧 Orangutan House Elevated Activities
5. 🌌 Night/Snow Light Zoo (Limited Time)

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🕙 Opening Hours
• Summer (Late April-Mid-October): 9:30 AM - 5:15 PM (Last admission 4:00 PM)
• Autumn (Mid-October-Early November): 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
• Winter (Mid-November-Early April): 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
• Special Events:
• Summer Night Zoo: Open until 9:00 PM
• Winter Snow Light Zoo: Open until 8:30 PM
• Closed: Approximately one week each in early April and early November

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Ticket Information
• Adults (high school students and older): 1,000 yen
• Junior high school students and younger: Free
• Groups (20 or more): 900 yen per person
• Annual Pass: 1,400 yen (Super good deal, pays for itself in two visits!)

Note: Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be re-entered once purchased.

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📌 Things to Note
• ❄️ Essential winter clothing: beanie, gloves, scarf, non-slip shoes
• 🐧 Penguin Walks: Two daily sessions (11:00 AM & 2:30 PM), subject to weather conditions
• 📷 Please refrain from using flash when taking photos to avoid disturbing the animals
• 🚫 Pets are not allowed in the park
• 🕑 Best time to visit: Early morning or just before closing, when the animals are most active and crowds are less frequent.