What other travelers are saying about Higashiyama Botanical Garden
It's a really nice zoo. Lots of animals. A monorail to see everything from up high. And an amusement park. Today we just walked around the Zoo and not the Gardens or amusement park areas. But the Zoo part was plenty as it was pretty humid and being a Sunday it was very busy. Even with the crowds most of the lines to see the animals moved quickly and swiftly. This is a great place for kids and families. Or on a date or by yourself as there's plenty to do and see.
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Frequently Asked Questions
At the Higashiyama Botanical Garden, visitors can expect to see an impressive collection of over 7,000 plant species worldwide, including themed areas such as a traditional Japanese garden and a replica of a Gassho-style house from Shirakawa-go.
Yes, the Higashiyama Botanical Garden often hosts seasonal events and exhibitions that showcase different plant species and highlight unique aspects of nature's beauty. Check the garden's official website for updates on upcoming events.
Yes, the Higashiyama Botanical Garden has hilly pathways and volunteer-operated electric carts that ensure accessibility for all visitors, including those with mobility limitations.
Outside food is allowed in designated picnic areas at the botanical garden. However, there are also several on-site restaurants and cafes where visitors can purchase refreshments.
The time it takes to explore the entire Higashiyama Botanical Garden may vary depending on individual pace and interests. On average, visitors can expect to spend 2-3 hours exploring the different themed areas and admiring the diverse plant species. However, feel free to take your time and fully immerse yourself in the beauty of this botanical wonderland!
Although the animals look cute, its a very cruel place.
Many of the big cats and other felines are in small cages. If you watch them, they just walk around in circles. Its extremely cruel.
Many of the animals are also from hotter climates, like the elephants, hippos, rhinos, etc. Yet they are just left exposed outside during the winter.
These animals deserve better living spaces and better care and attention.
This is my 2nd visit to this Amusement park & Zoo.
The park was actually really busy, but today is a Sunday, so lots of families were out enjoying the Autumn sun.
The ride and attraction area is very well kept with reasonable prices. I paid per ride and it worked out better as I only wanted to ride 5 attractions.
There were plenty of vending machines, a gift shop and food.
Be aware, it's very hilly with a lot of steps!
I didn't go to the Zoo as I only visited for the Amusement park.
Slope Shooter was the standout attraction, which is very unique, being the only one in the world I know of.
This is an awful sham of a zoo. It's basically a circus. There is no regard for animal welfare here. Please avoid it at all costs. This does not meet international standards of animals welfare, especially as we are coming from New Zealand. The way the animals are kept is absolutely abhorrent. There's beautiful magestic creatures are kept in such tiny rundown cages. Even large animals such as their tigers, lions, bears, elephants and gorillas. There are 6 large seals kept in a tiny enclosure together, fighting for a place to sit outside of the water. This is absolutely a cruel and inhumane way to keep these animals. We walked around half of the zoo and just continued to be shocked and appalled. We couldn't bare to see the rest of it. If you have a heart and care for animals, this is not the place to come. I don't understand how this place has such a high rating. It is hell on earth for this beautiful creatures. Boycott this place. The people give this animal trap high ratings truly have no heart. It's animal abuse dressed up as a fancy park.
The whole area was wide and well-kept. There are cafés, lots of vending machines with cold and warm drinks, and some food carts inside the vicinity.
I visited for the animals but I was pleasantly surprised when I enjoyed the botanical garden more.
