Question 1

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

The easiest route is about 15 minutes by car from Hanaizumi IC on the Tohoku Expressway. It is also about 15 minutes by taxi from Hanaizumi Station on the JR Tohoku Main Line. Group bookings are taken by phone (0191-63-5660) or email.

Question 2

Can I feed the animals?

Accepted Answer

In the herbivore area you can feed giraffes, zebras and llamas. At the petting area you can also meet small animals such as guinea pigs and rabbits.

Question 3

Can I drive in with my own car?

Accepted Answer

You may drive in, but the animals can scratch cars and damage wing mirrors and door visors, and this is not covered. Note also that from December, weekdays are safari bus only, with private cars admitted at weekends, on public holidays and over the New Year period.

Question 4

Which is better, the safari bus or my own car?

Accepted Answer

The safari bus comes with a guide's commentary, so you can learn about the animals as you watch them. Your own car lets you go at your own pace, but the animals come close and there is a risk of scratches to the bodywork.

Question 5

What are the opening hours and closed days?

Accepted Answer

Generally 9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:00), varying by season. Please check the official website for the latest opening hours and closed days.

Question 6

Can groups visit?

Accepted Answer

Group visits must be booked in advance by phone (0191-63-5660) or email (info@iwate-safari.jp). Groups are generally accepted only on open days.

Question 7

How long should I allow?

Accepted Answer

Allow about an hour to go round the safari area, or 2-3 hours including the petting area and Dobutsu Land. If you also want to feed the animals and try the various facilities, plan for half a day.

Question 8

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Adults (junior high school age and above) 2,900 yen and children (age 3 and over) 1,700 yen. The safari bus costs a further 800 yen for adults and 600 yen for children. You may also drive in, but damage to your car caused by the animals is not covered.

Question 9

What animals can I see?

Accepted Answer

A wide range of wild animals, from big cats such as lions and tigers to herbivores including giraffes, zebras and llamas. The Dobutsu Land area also has unusual monkeys you can meet, along with capybaras and a penguin house.

Question 10

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

There is a car park adjoining the safari park. Please see the official website or call 0191-63-5660 for rates and details.

Question 11

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Please check the official website.

Question 12

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Adults (junior high school age and above) 2,900 yen, children (age 3 and over) 1,700 yen. The safari bus costs extra: adults 800 yen, children 600 yen.

Question 14

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 15 minutes by car from Hanaizumi IC on the Tohoku Expressway, or about 15 minutes by taxi from Hanaizumi Station on the JR Tohoku Main Line.

Question 15

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

36-1 Shimomiyazawa, Oimatsu, Hanaizumi-cho, Ichinoseki City, Iwate Prefecture

Question 16

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:00); hours vary by season.

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