A jungle-themed adventure park opened on Japan’s main Okinawa island on Friday. It includes a dinosaur chase and hot air balloon rides over subtropical forest.
Junglia Okinawa was created on a former golf course in the north of the island at a cost of 70 billion yen, or about 476 million dollars. It has 22 attractions and 15 dining spots spread over 60 hectares of land.
The Dinosaur Safari features an off-road vehicle ride to escape from a Tyrannosaurus rex. Visitors can also enjoy island and jungle views from a hot air balloon.
The park features zip-line rides and a spa with infinity pools offering views over tropical forest.
The park uses a two-tiered pricing system for residents and overseas visitors.
A one-day ticket for adults living in Japan is 6,930 yen, or 47 dollars. The same ticket for non-residents is 8,800 yen, or 60 dollars.
Local officials hope the park will create jobs, stimulate the economy and boost tourism in the northern region of Okinawa.
AloJapan.com