沖縄こどもの国, Zoo in Okinawa City, Japan
Okinawa Children's Zoo is a facility in Okinawa City featuring around 150 animal species and 1000 individual creatures in different habitats. The grounds include spaces for various types of animals as well as play areas designed for children.
The zoo was established in 2007 as a step toward wildlife conservation in the Okinawa region. Its creation reflected growing interest in protecting local animal life and providing public access to nature.
The Ashibina area takes its name from local dialect and means playground, showing how this facility weaves traditional Okinawan elements into visitor experiences. The space naturally connects how people here relate to their surroundings with opportunities to play and explore.
The site is well laid out with clear paths between different enclosures and areas, making it easy for visitors to navigate. Good walking shoes are recommended since the terrain varies and sun exposure can be strong in open areas.
A special focus here is on animals native to the Ryukyu Islands, a chain of roughly 200 islands between Kyushu and Taiwan. Visitors can see species that are at home in this specific region and rarely found in other locations.
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