🐍 iZoo | An interactive zoo in Kawazu, Izu

Enter the dazzling world of reptiles! A one-day trip to enjoy hands-on experiences at iZoo

📝What's it like?

Located in Kawazu Town, Kamo District, Shizuoka Prefecture, this hands-on zoo focuses on reptiles and amphibians, allowing you to see, touch, and learn. It features a wide variety of rare creatures, including snakes, iguanas, and turtles, and even has a corner where you can interact with and feed certain species. True to its name, this zoo is hands-on, allowing you to get up close and personal with the animals and enjoy unusual expressions and movements.

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📌Basic Information

Item Description
Address: 406-2 Hama, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture
Access: Approximately 3-5 minutes by car from Kawazu Station on the Izu Kyuko Line
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (last entrance 4:30 PM)
Closed: Open year-round
Admission Fee: Adults (middle school students and above): ¥2,500 / Elementary school students: ¥1,500 / Free for preschoolers
Estimated Time: Approximately 1-1.5 hours for a quick tour. For a more in-depth experience, 2-3 hours is best.

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🌟Recommended Points
•🦎 Rare Animal Exhibits: You can see rare reptiles, such as the Earless Monitor Lizard (Lanthanotus borneensis), in Japan.
•🐢 Giant Tortoise Interaction & Photo Experience: The popular area offers close-up encounters with large turtles, including Aldabra giant tortoises.
•🐍 Numerous Interaction Experiences: You'll have the opportunity to wrap a snake around your body and hold a small lizard, perfect for those who are "afraid but curious."
•🌿 Natural Exhibit Environment: The jungle-like atmosphere, including wooden and woodchip walkways, makes it easy to see the animals in their natural state.
•👨👩👧 Enjoyable for both families with small children and animal-loving adults. A good balance of learning, observation, and experience.

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