About Animal Kingdom

Animal Kingdom in Shizuoka Prefecture is a leisure facility where visitors can interact with animals and enjoy attractions. It is a complex facility that combines elements of a zoo, amusement park, and botanical garden. Surrounded by mountains rich in nature, various animals are kept in spacious areas, and the main feature of the facility is that visitors can observe and interact with the animals up close, which is different from regular zoos.

The main attraction of Animal Kingdom is the “Walking Safari” area, where visitors can interact closely with the animals. Here, you can see lions, giraffes, zebras, kangaroos, and many other animals, but what is especially recommended is to see giraffes and zebras spending their time gracefully in the large savanna area. Visitors can view the animals not through fences, but in an open space, which makes the experience feel as if they are peering into the animals' natural ecology. Visitors can also feed the giraffes and touch the capybaras, which is a rare experience for animal lovers.

In addition to the “Walking Safari,” there are many attractions for children in the “Play Zone. There are amusement rides such as a Ferris wheel and a merry-go-round, allowing visitors not only to interact with the animals, but also to enjoy the amusement park atmosphere. The park also has many rides that can be enjoyed by small children, so families can enjoy themselves all day long. This variety of fun is a unique attraction of Animal Kingdom.

Another attraction of Animal Kingdom is the Flower Garden, a botanical garden within the park. Flowers bloom beautifully from season to season, decorating the park's walking paths. The variety of flowers, including colorful tulips and roses in spring, sunflowers in summer, and cosmos in fall, allows visitors to enjoy the beauty of different flowers depending on the season they visit. Visitors can also view the flowers from the park's cafe and rest areas, making it a great place to enjoy the natural beauty of both animals and plants.

Animal Kingdom also holds regular events and shows. For example, the bird show features dynamic performances by trained birds that fly around in front of you, and the zookeepers provide commentary on the animals, which is not only fun, but also helps you deepen your knowledge of the animals. Seasonal events and animal shows will provide new discoveries and fun no matter how many times you visit.

In addition, Animal Kingdom's restaurants offer menus using fresh vegetables from the park and unique dishes associated with the animals. The restaurant is designed in such a way that you can feel the presence of the animals while eating, allowing you to take a break and enjoy the luxury of spending time in nature.

All in all, Animal Kingdom in Shizuoka Prefecture is a facility that combines nature and entertainment, where visitors can interact with animals, enjoy amusement park attractions, and flowers of the four seasons. With a wide variety of experiences for all ages, this tourist attraction is recommended for animal lovers, families, couples, and many others.