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The Miyazaki City Phoenix Zoo opened in March of 1971 under the name Phoenix Zoo. It is situated on a pine-covered hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean in the Hitotsuba area of northeastern Miyazaki City.
On a 130,000 square meter pine-covered hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean and neighboring the Sheraton Resorts Phoenix SeaGaia facilities, the Miyazaki City Phoenix Zoo cares for approximately 1,500 animals of 100 different species.
In addition to the zoo's Asia Park, Africa Park, and Children's Animal Village zoological attractions, there is an amusement park, a flowing pool (only Summer), dining and shopping areas, exhibition halls, parks, playgrounds, and other facilities.
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O-Aza Shioji Hama-Yama 3082-42
Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture
Japan 880-0122
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0985-39-1306 |
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0985-39-1300 |
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Hours - 9:00-17:00 (No entrance after 16:30) |
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Holidays - Every Wednesday |
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| Exception - In the following cases, the facilities
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| The Wednesday in question is a holiday. |
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During Golden Week (the extended holiday at
the end of April/ beginning of May).
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| During the school trip seasons of May and October. |
| During the elementary and junior high school
Spring, Summer, and Winter extended vacations. |
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Admission |
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Adults (High School and over): 800 yen
Junior High School Students: 400 yen
Children (4 years to Elementary School age): 300 yen |
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Parking / Space available for 1,000 passenger cars,
buses, etc. |
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Parking charge
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Passenger car: 400 yen
Large bus: 1,000 yen
Microbus: 600 yen
Motorcyle: 100 yen
Bicycle: 30 yen
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Transportation Routes Information
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| If you have problems, please ask an attendant. |
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| There are two locations that offer western-style restrooms: the Parrot Exhibition area and the shop area. |
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| For dining, there is an observatory restaurant with a view of the sea on the 2nd floor of the shop area. |
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We do have baby cars, so ask at reception to acquire one.
These baby cars are the type that keeps the child sitting up. There is no time limit when renting them, and the cost is 200 yen per baby car. |
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When you come to the entrance of the zoo, there is an inclining slope. Once you pass through it, there is a gentle decline that evens out to level ground.
At the ticket desk, you can borrow a wheel chair for free, complimentary of the zoo. Just ask.
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In the central grassy square, there is a wheelchair-accessible restroom. |
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The central shop area and the restaurant are also wheelchair-accessible. |
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The slope leading to the entrance of the central shop area is very steep. Please ask the attendant for help. |
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No pets or other animals allowed in the zoo. |
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Do not chase or agitate the peacocks, pigeons, or other
animals that freely roam the zoo. |
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Do not feed the animals (excepting the food sold to guests
for feeding). |
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Do not climb over the fences or railings to approach the
animals. |
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Do not carry peacock feathers, small animals, plants, etc.
out of the zoo. |
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Do not bring alcohol into the premises. |
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Smoking is only allowed at locations where ashtrays have
been provided. Do not walk while smoking or smoke while viewing
the animals. |
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Please put trash in the trash cans provided. Please dispose
of cigarette butts appropriately. |
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Small children must be supervised at all times by a guardian. |
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If you have any questions, please ask an attendant. Questions
regarding the animals are also welcomed. |
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Please observe the park rules and enjoy your stay. |
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