About Asa Zoo

The Asa Zoo is owned and operated by the city since it opened in 1971. The Zoo is situated on the side of a mountain so one will walk up and down a bit but it isn't hard. Located in the city's outskirts, the zoo is easily accessible from the city center by public transport. The Hiroshima City Asa Zoological Park is a fun and a good way to have a change if you are done with most of the important museums and monuments in the area. With an area of close to 124 acres, this zoo is home to 170 species of animals, including indigenous species such as lesser pandas and Japanese giant salamanders, along with African animals including lions, giraffes, and rhinos. A children's zoo is also on site. They have giant salamanders which are not easily found in zoos, and some other unusual animals along with traditional zoo type varieties. At feeding times the animal enclosures will draw a bigger crowd and it is even more fun if you have little ones.

Must See

  • Japanese Giant Salamanders (The largest amphibians in the world)
  • Cheetah
  • The Herd of Zebra
  • Raccoon Dogs

How to reach

Taxi: You can take a direct taxi which would cost somewhere around $20.

Bus: Exit Hiroshima St. from the South Exit and go down the stairs, Find animal photos on pillars as you walk the underground passage. Find the stairs toward Platform B. From the No.9 bus stop, take the Asahigaoka bound bus(Hiroshima Dentetsu Company). Get off at the Dobutsu-koen(zoo) bus stop

Tips

  • Café and Restaurant Baku Baku serve a variety of meals.
  • Café Donguri serves a number of light meals and desserts such as ice cream and
    shaved ice.
  • Alcohol is available in both cafes.
  • Do not feed, threaten, or throw items at the animals.
  • No pets, such as dogs or cats, allowed.
  • Do not engage in behavior that would disturb other visitors. (e.g. ball games)
  • Smoking is permitted in the five designated areas around the zoo.
  • Take advantage of the special evening safaris held throughout the summer.

Visit Time

Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Waiting Time

No

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Adults (18 and older): 510 YEN
Seniors (65 and older): 170 YEN 
Children: 170 YEN

 

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Time you can spend

3 hours

 

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Weather

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