Guide
Nagasaki Bio Park, located in Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture, is a zoo and botanical garden designed with a focus on direct interaction with animals. Spanning a massive 300,000 square meters, the park is home to a diverse range of creatures, including mammals like capybaras, llamas, hippos, and squirrel monkeys, as well as various insects and tropical plants. Many areas are designed with low fences or minimal barriers, allowing visitors to observe the natural behaviors of the animals from a very close distance.
Opened in November 1980, the facility was built as a natural park centered on the theme of "Harmony between Humans and Nature." The park holds a significant place in Japanese conservation history, notably for being the first in Japan to successfully achieve hand-rearing of a hippo in 1994 (the famous hippo "Momo"). The park's design and management are dedicated to the coexistence of biological life following the laws of nature.
The park is divided into 12 distinct zones, each showcasing different biological wonders:
Nagasaki Bio Park is open year-round from 10:00 to 17:00. While you can observe the animals in any season, the park includes wooded areas and natural terrain, so we highly recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes. Please note that the last entry is at 16:00.
The defining feature of the park is the proximity to the animals. In many areas, you can participate in feeding experiences (additional fees apply). You can feed animals such as capybaras, squirrel monkeys, and llamas. The park also offers educational opportunities to learn about ecosystems through its displays of tropical plants and insects.
The park is surrounded by the beautiful natural scenery of Saikai City. If you are driving, it is located approximately 20 minutes from the Saikai Bridge.
Because the park covers a wide area with slopes and natural terrain, comfortable walking shoes are essential. When feeding animals, please use only the designated food provided by the park. Regarding payments, we recommend carrying cash, as fees for animal feed and certain experiences may require it.