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Tennoji Zoo

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Tennoji Zoo

It is a historical zoo and there are about 170 species and 1,000 animals.

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Tennoji Zoo opened on January 1st, 1915 and had its 100th anniversary in 2015. Almost 170 species and 1000 animals are kept in about 11 hectares of the zoo. In the reptile house, "Ifar," and in “African Savanna Zone” where hippopotamus, giraffes, and lions live, the ecological exhibition introduces reproduced scenery of animals’ habitats as closely as possible.

In “African Savanna Zone” , there are animals living in the Savanna of Africa such as giraffes and lions, and there are houses for wolves, tigers, and small animals such as Tibetan wol ves, Amur tiger s, condor s, and Styan's Lesser panda s. In “Asian Tropical Rainforest Zone” , there are homes for nocturnal animals, monkeys and baboon s, and chimpanzee s. Japanese deer are also living here.　

There is a home for 7 species of crane , as well as Chilean flamingos and white stork s. In “Friendship Square ,” you can touch animals such as emu and sheep . In the bear house, popular polar bear s and the other 2 species live.

Many events take place in the zoo. For example, feeding experience In “Friendship Square ” or a limited-time event, “Night Zoo.” Enjoy a variety of events throughout the year.

Highlights

  • 1000 animals in 170 species are hosted in the 11-hectare zoo.
  • In “African Savanna Zone” and Reptile House "Ifar" , the zoo serves as an ecological exhibition.
  • Polar bears are popular.
  • Zookeepers share special episodes on the 3rd and 4th Sunday every month.

Photos

  • African Savanna Zone

    African Savanna Zone

  • African Savanna Zone

    African Savanna Zone

  • Seasonal “Night Zoo” is popular

    Seasonal “Night Zoo” is popular

  • The zoo had its 100th anniversary in 2015

    The zoo had its 100th anniversary in 2015

  • Goods shop, “GooZoo”

    Goods shop, “GooZoo”

  • Polar bears are well-liked.

    Polar bears are well-liked.

Reviews

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  • 楊雅雯
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    Tennoji Zoo was originally just one stop on our trip, but it ended up being one of the biggest surprises in Osaka! It’s right in the city, so getting there is super convenient. With about 170 species and 1,000 animals, it’s much bigger than I expected.

    What impressed me most was that the animals all seemed well cared for. Their spaces were roomy, and the grounds were clean and well maintained, without the usual zoo smell. We took our time walking around and saw giraffes, polar bears, penguins, and lions. Before we knew it, we had spent several hours there.

    If you’re traveling independently in Osaka and want a spot that both adults and kids will enjoy, Tennoji Zoo is definitely worth adding to your itinerary!

  • 王小鈞
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    If you're staying in Tennoji while visiting Osaka, I really recommend spending half a day at Tennoji Zoo!

    I thought it would just be a small city zoo, but it was much bigger than expected. There’s a great variety of animals, from giraffes and lions to penguins and polar bears.

    The layout is easy to follow, so you don’t have to keep backtracking, and it makes for a really comfortable visit. The grounds are also kept clean and tidy.

    It’s great for families with kids, and also perfect for anyone who enjoys taking a slow walk while looking at animals. If you have enough time, I’d recommend setting aside 2–3 hours to explore at a relaxed pace. You definitely won’t get bored!

  • Jessie Lin
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    The ticket is only 500 yen, so it's really not expensive at all. I definitely didn't regret going in—in fact, I thought it was a great deal.

  • Chi Yun214
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    This zoo has a long history, but many of the facilities feel old and outdated. The animals don't seem to have enough space to move around, and some of the cold-climate animals lose their energy in the hot summer. I felt sad for them!

  • 許福
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    The animals are super friendly, and you can see them up close. It's really exciting.

Details

Name in Japanese
天王寺動物園
Postal Code
543-0063
Address
1-108 Chausuyama-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka City, Osaka
Tel
06-6771-8401
Closed
Mondays (if it falls on a holiday, the next weekday), Dec 29-Jan 1
Hours
9:30am - 5:00pm (last entrance 4pm)
*9:30am - 6:00pm (last entrance 5pm) on Sat, Sun and holidays in May and September
Admission
Adults: 800 yen Elementary and junior high students: 200 yen
Pre-schoolers and younger: free
Directions
Shinsekai Gate
1) from Osaka metro , Midosuji Line , Doubutsuen-mae Station, walk 5 to 10 min.
2) from Osaka metro, Sakaisuji Line , Ebisucho Station, walk 5 to 10 min.
3) from Nankai Main Line , Shin-Imamiya station , walk 10 min.
4) from JR Osaka Loop Line , Shin-Imamiya Station, walk 10 min.
Tenshiba Gate
5) from Osaka metro, Midosuji or Tanimachi Line , Tennoji Station, walk 5 to 10 min.
6) from each JR Tennoji Stations, walk 5 to 10 min.
7) from Kintetsu Minami-Osaka Line , Osaka-Abenobashi Station , walk 10 min.
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)
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