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Asahiyama Zoo
No. 10 of Family-friendly Attractions in Japan

Asahiyama Zoo

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Asahiyama Zoo is located in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, and is a highly popular zoo in Japan. In the 1990s, it was on the verge of closure due to a sharp decline in visitors. However, with the concept of "behavioral exhibits," it regained popularity: the enclosures are designed according to the animals' natural instincts, allowing them to exhibit instinctive behaviors in a near-natural state. Visitors can observe them up close and unobstructed. The zoo summarizes this philosophy as "conveying life." The themed exhibition halls in the park each have their highlights. The seal pavilion features a large vertical cylindrical tank at its center, where spotted seals swim up and down - circling the tank allows full viewing, and they occasionally press against the glass to gaze at travelers. In the polar bear pavilion, polar bears tumble and dive in a massive pool, creating an impactful sight through underwater glass panels. The penguin pavilion's underwater tunnel is a signature attraction, where visitors can look up to see penguins gliding overhead like birds. At the orangutan pavilion, orangutans perform "skywalk" on ropes between towers over ten meters high, representing a classic animal behavior display. Every snowy winter, penguins walk in groups along outdoor snow paths, waddling past visitors—a signature program that has continued for years. The zoo also features feeding sessions with on-site guides, during which the animals are particularly active. After entering, check the daily schedule and allow ample time to explore at leisure.Asahikawa · 88km from Shimukappu

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[Guaranteed Departure] Hoshino Resort TOMAMU Unkai Terrace & Snow Play Tour from Sapporo
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[Asahiyama Zoo admission ticket included] Hokkaido Asahikawa 1-day tour: Ningle Terrace & Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike) & Shirahige Waterfall
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Hokkaido · Asahiyama Zoo · Ningle Terrace · Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike) · Shirahige Waterfall 1-day tour
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Hokkaido classic 1-day tour: Asahiyama zoo + Shirahige waterfall + Shirogane blue pond (Aoiike) + Forest elf terrace
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9-person small group/bus tour Hokkaido Biei · Asahikawa · Ningle Terrace 1-day tour Chinese and English
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1-day tour to Hokkaido Forest Elf Terrace + Asahiyama Zoo + Shirahige Waterfall + Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike)
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Hokkaido Winter Waterfalls/Christmas Trees/Elf Terrace/Zoo (optional)/Chinese or English-speaking driver/guide day trip
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[Late Departure] Hokkaido Biei Best 5 Photo Spots Magical Winter Day Tour
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Stitch Chiang11 May 2025
5.0
Hoshino TOMAMU Resort Ski Resort is a place where everyone from beginners to advanced skiers can enjoy skiing. The snow here is very light and you can enjoy super dry powder snow. The ski resort here has courses from beginner to advanced, so it is suitable for both children and adults! Another place that everyone loves is the "1 Ice Dessert Shop" in the Ice and Snow Village! I highly recommend that you bring your family here to experience the ice and snow world!

Hoshino Resorts TOMAMU ski area

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JUNJUN717 September 2022
5.0
It was so wonderful! I definitely want to go again!

Hoshino Resorts Tomamu Unkai Terrace

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小思文4 December 2021
4.0
The Church of Water is a modern artistic building with huge floor-to-ceiling glass windows. From there you can see a small artificial lake. The scenery is naturally amazing and it is worth visiting all year round. You can occasionally see small animals there.

Chapel on the water

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胡游天下27 October 2026
5.0
Spend a sweet afternoon at Sapporo's Shiroi Koibito (White Lover) restaurant. Listen to chocolate stories, play interactive games, watch how chocolate cookies are made, and most interestingly, try your hand at painting a giant cookie! At 5:00 PM, the magical clock tower puppet show and dreamy bubble performance take place in the enchanting fairytale garden. The European-style castle is incredibly romantic under the autumn sunset, creating a truly Halloween atmosphere. We highly recommend taking some photos with the pumpkins!

Shiroi Koibito Park

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Anonymous user14 October 2026
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We also walked till closing time for this attraction, being our first full day in Hokkaido. The seals, penguins and polar bear were so close to us till we could see them very upclose. Not forgetting the hippo enclosure which was very unique with de waters and they seem to be enjoying swimming inside. The children’s playground was a pleasant surprise for the kids to take a break from walking. Too bad we missed the petting and feeding area.

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When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include [Guaranteed Departure] Hoshino Resort TOMAMU Unkai Terrace & Snow Play Tour from Sapporo, [Asahiyama Zoo admission ticket included] Hokkaido Asahikawa 1-day tour: Ningle Terrace & Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike) & Shirahige Waterfall, and Hokkaido · Asahiyama Zoo · Ningle Terrace · Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike) · Shirahige Waterfall 1-day tour. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

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