Asahiyama Zoo Tickets | Hokkaido

What does an Asahiyama Zoo ticket include?

Your ticket includes zoo admission with direct QR entry. Transport, meals, and a guided tour are separate.

Booking lets you head to the entrance without buying a ticket at the counter. Fast Track and priority admission are not included.

When can you see the Asahiyama Zoo penguin walk?

The penguin walk usually runs from late December to mid-March, once enough snow has accumulated.

November's winter reopening does not mark the start of the walk.

The zoo often holds two walks daily, but snow conditions can reduce the schedule to one.

Check the official penguin walk information for the announced dates and times.

Plan your arrival around the published session rather than assuming a fixed morning or afternoon start.

What are Asahiyama Zoo's opening hours and closed dates?

Opening hours change by season. The regular schedule for this ticket's validity period is:

The zoo is closed from 4 to 10 November 2026 and from 30 December 2026 to 1 January 2027.

Special evening openings may have different hours. Check the official opening calendar before arranging transport.

Should you book zoo admission or a day tour from Sapporo?

Choose admission only for more control over your visit. Choose a day tour if you want transport and other sightseeing stops arranged.

The linked tour includes zoo admission and allows about 1.5 to 2 hours at the zoo.

Independent admission may suit you better if you want longer for animal viewing, photography, and breaks.

How do you get to Asahiyama Zoo from Sapporo?

Take a JR limited express train to Asahikawa, then a local bus to the zoo.

Allow additional time for transfers and winter delays. The local bus is operated by Asahikawa Denkikidou. See the official zoo access guide for timetable links.

For a longer rail itinerary, compare the Hokkaido Rail Pass and Sapporo area passes.

The Hokkaido Rail Pass and Sapporo Furano Area Pass cover rail travel to Asahikawa. The Sapporo Noboribetsu Area Pass does not.

The local zoo bus requires a separate fare.

How long should you spend at Asahiyama Zoo?

Allow around 3 hours, or longer with meal and rest breaks.

The zoo stands on a hillside, so moving between exhibits takes more effort than walking around a flat park.

For a winter visit, arriving near opening gives you more time within the shorter operating day.

Visit your priority animals early. Some displays finish before the zoo closes, and weather or animal health may change viewing arrangements.

What can you see at Asahiyama Zoo?

Start with the exhibits that interest you most, then plan the rest of your route around the day's animal talks.

Check the event boards near the entrances and support center for Mogumogu feeding talks and keeper guides.

Keep flash switched off and leave viewing paths clear for others.

Do children need an Asahiyama Zoo ticket?

Children aged 15 and younger enter free under this KKday listing. Paid tickets are for visitors aged 16 and over.

The zoo's official admission category states that junior high school students and younger enter free.

Review the official admission rules before buying tickets for your family.

What should families and visitors with mobility needs know?

Plan for hillside paths and regular breaks. Snow and ice can make winter walking more demanding.

Winter visitors should arrange any essential mobility equipment in advance. Sleds cannot be brought into the zoo.

See the official visitor facilities and access information to plan suitable routes.

What should you wear to Asahiyama Zoo in winter?

Wear insulated shoes with good grip, warm layers, gloves and a hat. Waterproof footwear helps when paths are snowy or wet.

A power bank is useful for keeping your phone ready for tickets, maps, and return transport. Keep time for indoor breaks between outdoor exhibits.

Can you bring food and store luggage?

You can bring food and eat in the zoo's rest areas or outdoor spaces. Pack snacks or lunch before entering if you want a flexible meal break.

Coin lockers are available near the Main, West, and East Gates. Choose a locker that fits your bag and plan to collect it before leaving.

Is parking free at Asahiyama Zoo?

Yes. Official parking at the Main and East Gates is free. Nearby private parking includes both free and paid options.

Follow signs for the zoo's official parking if you want to use a free lot. See the official parking map before driving.

How do you use your KKday Asahiyama Zoo ticket?

Present your ticket's QR code at the entrance. Paper ticket exchange is not required.

Tickets in the same booking must be used together at the same time. Arrange a meeting point before entering if traveling with friends or family.

The current ticket is valid until 7 April 2027, excluding closed dates. Completed orders cannot be canceled, changed, or refunded.