Japan's Top Wildlife Encounters And Animal Parks
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Explore the map in the DocentPro app13 attractions in Japan: Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama, Snow Monkey Park (Jigokudani Yaen Koen), Nara, and 10 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in an Instagram post by Maria - Japan Travel Expert.
Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
Wildlife park
4.5
• Encounter wild monkeys with a view over Kyoto. • Step inside a cage to feed the monkeys yourself. • Enjoy panoramic city views from the park.
Snow Monkey Park (Jigokudani Yaen Koen)
Zoo
4.5
• See snow monkeys soaking in a natural hot spring. • Best time to visit is in winter for the iconic scenes. • Observe their unique behaviors in a steamy environment.
Nara
Place
• Interact with over 1,000 sacred deer that roam freely. • Bow to them and they might bow back. • Purchase special crackers to feed them.
Itsukushima
Natural feature
4.6
• See deer on the beach by the floating torii gate. ✓ Do not feed the deer here.
Izu Shaboten Zoo
Zoo
4.3
• See capybaras enjoying hot spring baths. • The original location for capybara onsen. • Hot baths are available from late November.
Nagasaki Bio Park
Zoo
4.5
• Step inside the enclosure to pet and feed capybaras. • Interact with around 20 capybaras. • Offers a very close and interactive experience.
Ōkunoshima
Island
4.6
• Hundreds of wild bunnies greet every ferry. • Known as Rabbit Island. • Rabbits will hop over to you.
Zaō Fox Village
Zoo
3.9
• See over 100 foxes in a forest park. • The village is especially magical in the snow. • Observe various fox types roaming freely.
Kerama National Park
National park
4.7
• Snorkel with sea turtles in clear waters. • Whale watching is available from January to March. • Accessible by ferry from Naha.
Tashirojima
Island
4.5
• Explore a tiny island where cats outnumber people. • Cats are believed to bring fishermen luck. • Observe many cats roaming freely.
Shiretoko National Park
National park
4.6
• Spot wild brown bears from a boat. • Best viewing season is summer to early autumn. • Enjoy the rugged coastline scenery.
Kushiro
Place
• See dancing red-crowned cranes. • Best viewing is from January to March. • Visit marshlands and observation centers.
Rausu
Place
• See giant sea eagles on drift ice. • Best viewing is from January to March. • Boat tours offer close-up views.
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