Question 1

How do I get there by train or bus?

Accepted Answer

About 10 minutes by taxi from Hyuga-Sumiyoshi Station on the JR Nippo Main Line. By bus, take the Miyazaki Kotsu service for the Phoenix Zoo from JR Miyazaki Station.

Question 2

Are there events for children?

Accepted Answer

There are many regular events children enjoy: the flamingo show, the elephant walk, feeding the animals and meeting small animals. Please see the event information on the official website for details.

Question 3

Can I feed the animals?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can feed various animals and meet small animals. Please check the official website or ask on site for details.

Question 4

Is it enjoyable in the rain?

Accepted Answer

Some animal displays are indoors and can be seen in the rain. Outdoor events such as the flamingo show may be cancelled in bad weather, so we recommend checking the official website in advance.

Question 5

How long does a visit take?

Accepted Answer

The animal display area covers about 140,000 square metres. Including the main shows and activities, the zoo is worth half a day to a full day, and longer if you also use the amusement park and the pool.

Question 6

What is the combined ticket with Florante Miyazaki?

Accepted Answer

It is a good-value ticket admitting you both to the zoo and to Florante Miyazaki, the flower park run by Miyazaki City. There is also a combined annual pass giving unlimited entry to both for a year.

Question 7

How much is admission to Miyazaki City Phoenix Zoo?

Accepted Answer

Admission is set by age group. Please check the official website (miyazaki-city-zoo.jp) or the ticket office on site. A combined ticket and a combined annual pass with Florante Miyazaki are also available.

Question 8

Are there facilities besides the zoo?

Accepted Answer

The grounds include an amusement park, a lazy river pool open in summer, restaurants and shops, an animal information plaza and open spaces, so there is plenty to do beyond watching the animals.

Question 9

What should I see at the zoo?

Accepted Answer

The flamingo show, where about 70 flamingos perform, the elephant walk, which brings you close to the Asian elephants, the chimpanzee forest, the Africa area and meeting the animals at the children's animal village are all especially popular.

Question 10

Is there parking, and how much?

Accepted Answer

There is a paid car park (about 400 yen for a car), with about 600 spaces, suitable for families.

Question 11

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.

Question 12

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

3083-42 Shioji, Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture

Question 13

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Admission tickets are available (they can be bought on the official website or booked in advance; a combined ticket with Florante Miyazaki is also available).

Question 14

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Please check the official website for the latest information.

Question 15

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

Please check the official website (miyazaki-city-zoo.jp) for the current opening hours.

Question 16

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 10 minutes by taxi from Hyuga-Sumiyoshi Station on the JR Nippo Main Line. By bus, take the local service for the Phoenix Zoo from JR Miyazaki Station.

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