Hirakawa Zoological Park
(鹿児島市平川動物公園)
Meet koalas in this hugely popular zoological park
Hirakawa Zoo is situated in lush, subtropical Kagoshima. More than 1000 animals representing around 130 species live here.
Its prime location allows you to view the graceful gait of giraffes against the backdrop of Kagoshima's symbol - Sakurajima.Come see the koalas and white tigers, not commonly found in other Japanese zoos!
◇Typical best cherry trees viewing period: Late March - Early April
◇Number of cherry trees: ~800
Basic Information
Address | 891-0133 鹿児島県鹿児島市平川町5669-1 |
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Telephone Number | 099-261-2326 |
Business Days/ Hours | Business Hours [Time] 9:00am~5:00pm Closed days Open all year round Closed days [Notes] 29 Dec.- 1 Jan. |
Fee | Adults ¥500 Children ¥100 |
Directions | Approx. 55 minutes by bus (Kagoshima Kotsu bus bound for Hirakawa Zoo) from Kagoshima Chuo Station |
Parking Mapcode | 393 150 313 Drive MAP |
Website | Visit Website Visit Japanese Website |