What other travelers are saying about Osaka Tennoji Zoo
It was a nice zoo and good to roam around. each and every enclosure had proper information provided about the animal. It was a day well spent for me. The entrance was affordable and there's usually no waiting over here. The entrance is not far from the Metro station. I loved polar bear, apes and red panda.
Tennoji Zoo is considered worthwhile for those interested in zoology and conservation. It's one of the oldest zoos in Japan and offers a unique blend of traditional and modern zoo practices, providing insights into animal care and conservation efforts. The zoo's efforts to recreate natural habitats for its animals, such as the African Savanna zone, are particularly noteworthy.
The duration of your visit can vary significantly based on your level of interest in each exhibit and any time spent at interactive or educational programs. While the average visit lasts between 2 to 4 hours, animal enthusiasts or those with children might find themselves spending more time to fully engage with the zoo's offerings.
Tennoji Zoo covers an area of 11 hectares (around 27 acres).
The nearest station is Tennoji Station, which is a short walk from the zoo.
Ok as small city centre zoos go. Really good value - ¥250 each for adults (just over £1/€1/$1). Some of the animals didn’t look too happy - not sure it has the space for animals like bears, wolves, lions and Rhinos to have a reasonable life. So possibly some animal welfare concerns. Does provide a really good educational opportunity for the large number of kids that are there.
This place is a steal with an admission fee of only 500 yen. It’s conveniently located right across the street from Shinsekai Market, so it's very easy to find. There’s a surprisingly wide variety of animals to see, making it well worth the visit. Plus, the traditional Japanese garden and the park are perfect for a peaceful stroll. It's a great way to spend a few hours without breaking the bank.
Pros:
1. It's $4 and kids enter for free
2. Near the train station and right in fron of shinsekai shopping street
3. There are a variery of animals and enclosures.
4. Not so big and can be seen for around 2 to 3 hours
Con's
1. Although it is well maintianed. Enclosures could be bigger
2. No re entry. (Make sure to eat before coming here as there is only 1 main cafe and around 3 to 4 food trucks)
3. Bring your own stroller as some of the areas do not allow their rentable strollers
Traveling with family especially with kids is a must. The Zoo is big and very for the kids. Thank you Osaka Tennoji Zoo my family had a great time this winter❤️ if only theres elephant i would rate it 5 stars but still its 4.8 since its clean and well maintain. The animals are healthy.
