Tobu Zoo

Tobu Zoo is an animal and amusement park in Miyashiro and Shiraoka that covers large grounds with around 120 animal species and roughly 30 rides. A central ferris wheel offers views over both sections, while roller coasters wind between animal enclosures and green spaces.

The complex opened on March 28, 1981, under Tobu Railway and combined a zoo with amusement rides on a single site from the start. This combination made it a major leisure destination in Saitama Prefecture.

The white tiger area features traditional Asian-style architecture and allows visitors to watch these rare cats through reinforced glass panels. Few facilities across Japan keep these animals and care for them for future generations.

The park sits at Tobu-Dobutsu-Koen Station and is easily reached by train. Most rides require extra fees, so a day pass can be worthwhile for visitors planning multiple attractions.

An underground tunnel runs beneath the lion enclosure and lets visitors look up at the animals from below. The hotarium displays fireflies year-round in a dedicated exhibition room.

Location: Miyashiro

Location: Shiraoka

Inception: March 18, 1981

Official opening: March 28, 1981

Operator: 東武

Address: 110 Suka, Miyashiro, Minamisaitama District, Saitama 345-0831, Japan

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 09:30-18:00; Saturday-Sunday 09:30-20:00

Phone: +81480931200

Website: https://tobuzoo.com

GPS coordinates: 36.02008,139.71972

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:40