Tsukuba Wanwan Land, Dog and cat theme park in Tsukuba, Japan
Tsukuba Wanwan Land is a theme park in Tsukuba that houses around 500 animals, including numerous dog breeds and cats spread across multiple zones. The facility is designed to allow visitors direct contact and interaction with the animals throughout the grounds.
The park opened in 1996 on the grounds of a former tennis club, emerging during Japan's growing pet ownership culture. This timing reflected the country's shift toward closer relationships with animals in everyday life.
The park features a Wanwan Shrine installed in 2018, reflecting Japanese traditions that blend spiritual reverence with recreational spaces dedicated to animals. Visitors can observe how the shrine sits within the grounds as a symbol of respect toward dogs and cats.
Visitors can rent dogs for a short time and walk them under supervision throughout the park, creating direct interaction opportunities. Wearing comfortable clothing and shoes is recommended since exploring the different zones involves quite a bit of walking.
The park features a large wooden observation tower shaped like a dog that stands out as a distinctive landmark. This tower serves both as a viewpoint and as a surprising focal point that many first-time visitors don't immediately notice.
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