Machida Squirrel Garden, Animal park in Yakushidai, Japan.
The Machida Squirrel Garden features hundreds of squirrels living in decorated houses within a spacious outdoor enclosure in Tokyo's residential area.
The garden, which opened its doors on December 15, 1988, has developed into an educational wildlife center within Yakushi-ike Park.
Japanese families gather at this garden to participate in organized wildlife education programs while learning about local animal conservation efforts.
Visitors can purchase seeds at the entrance and receive protective oven mitts to feed the squirrels, with the facility operating from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Each squirrel in the garden resides in an individually named house, sharing the space with guinea pigs, rabbits, tortoises, chipmunks, and prairie dogs.
Location: Yakushidai
Official opening: December 15, 1988
Part of: Yakushi-ike Park
Website: https://machida-risuen.com
GPS coordinates: 35.57772,139.45020
Latest update: May 11, 2025 15:59
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