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Ichikawa City Zoo

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4.3

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Ichikawa City Zoo is a modest zoo with a variety of animals, including alpacas, lesser pandas, and monkeys. It features an interactive farm-animal exhibit, a miniature railroad, and playground equipment, making it a popular destination for families with small children. The zoo is located in Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, right on the border of Matsudo City.

Address

２８４番１外 Ōmachi, Ichikawa, Chiba 272-0801, Japan

Website

http://www.city.ichikawa.lg.jp/zoo/index.html

Opening Hours

9:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Thu)

Phone

+81 47-338-1960

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Worth it?

Worth it if you have small children and want an affordable, kid-friendly outing

Skip if you're expecting a large zoo with enormous animals or if you're sensitive to animals being lethargic in the heat

Reviewers appreciate the affordable admission fee and the option for an annual pass.2 mentions

The zoo is considered very kid-friendly, with spacious grounds and playground equipment.3 mentions

The staff are friendly and share interesting facts about the animals.1 mention

Some animals can appear lethargic, especially during summer heat.1 mention

The zoo is described as small, so don't expect a wide variety of enormous animals.2 mentions

Location

２８４番１外 Ōmachi, Ichikawa, Chiba 272-0801, Japan

Highlights

You can get surprisingly close to some animals and even feed and touch goats and guinea pigs in the petting zoo.

A three-story building at the entrance offers a museum on the second floor and direct access to the zoo on the third floor, which is convenient for strollers and wheelchairs via an elevator.

The mini shinkansen operates daily, offering rides from 9:45 AM to 11:45 AM and again from 12:45 PM to 4:00 PM.

Who it's for

Good for kids

Family with kids

Wheelchair entrance

Accessible parking

No dogs

Cards accepted

This zoo is perfect for families with small kids and anyone looking for a relaxed outing with opportunities to interact with some animals. It's also a popular field trip spot for local daycares and kindergartens.

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Know before you go

The zoo is closed on Mondays.

Consider visiting during cooler weather, as some animals may be less active in summer heat.

Reviews

4.3

Very good

5 Reviews

Visitors generally enjoy this mini zoo for its variety of smaller animals, including alpacas and lesser pandas, and the interactive farm exhibit. Many highlight the affordable entry, the mini train, and the overall kid-friendly atmosphere, though some note that animals can be less active in hot weather.