KOBE OJI Zoo Japan

KOBE OJI Zoo Japan

Kobe Aaji Zoo located in Natto Ward, Kobe, Japan. Located at 3 Chome 10ich Cho, it is a historic and family-friendly destination. Established in 1951, evolving from the Suyama Zoo, founded in 1928, spanning 8 hectares, it houses approximately 800 animals across 130 species, making it a vibrant showcase of biodiversity. It is a 3inut walk from Henujikoan station, 5 minutes from Jr. Natada station, or 10 minutes from Hansen Iwaya station. Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is closed on Wednesdays unless a public holiday or during cherry blossom season, which is late March to early April. A cherry blossom viewing is open in spring with over 700 cherry trees in Aji Park. The zoo’s 700 plus cherry trees make it a top hanami spot in spring. Blending natural beauty with animal exhibits. [Music]

• Location and Access:
• Address: 3 Chome-1 Ojicho, Nada Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 657-0838, Japan.
• 3-minute walk from Hankyu Ojikoen Station, 5 minutes from JR Nada Station, or 10 minutes from Hanshin Iwaya Station.
• Hours: Open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last entry 4:30 p.m.), closed Wednesdays unless a public holiday or during cherry blossom season (late March to early April).
• Admission:
• Adults: ¥600.
• Free for junior high students and younger, seniors over 65, and disabled visitors (with certification).
• Special Events:
• “Twilight ZOO” in mid-August extends hours for evening visits.
• Cherry blossom viewing in spring, with over 700 cherry trees in Oji Park.
• Facilities:
• Gift shop with animal-themed souvenirs.
• “Mori no Yakata,” a Japanese-style rest area.
• Restaurants and picnic areas, with some visitors noting affordable dining options.

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