Iwate Safari Park

Iwate Safari Park is a wildlife facility in Ichinoseki housing around 600 animals divided into carnivore and herbivore sections. Safari buses travel through extensive natural habitats spanning multiple zones.

The park opened on April 16, 2008, introducing the drive-through animal viewing concept to Iwate Prefecture. This marked a different approach compared to traditional zoo experiences.

The park displays animals from Africa, Asia, and the Americas in enclosures designed to reflect their natural environments. This approach helps visitors understand the diversity of wildlife across the globe.

The park is located about 45 minutes by car from Ichinoseki Interchange and easily accessible by vehicle. Operating hours typically run from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM on most days, allowing flexible visit timing.

Visitors can ride elephants and interact with rare primates in designated areas throughout the grounds. The park also features flamingo presentations held in specialized viewing zones.

Location: Ichinoseki

Official opening: April 16, 2008

Address: Yamaya-121-2 Fujisawachō Kinomi, Ichinoseki, Iwate 029-3311, Japan

Opening Hours: Monday-Tuesday 09:30-17:00; Thursday-Sunday 09:30-17:00

Phone: +81191635660

Website: https://iwate-safari.jp

GPS coordinates: 38.81051,141.25944

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:57