Verified [Verified] denotes information that has been published with confirmation of its owing parties.
Adachi Park of Living Things
Observe the lives of around 500 species of living creatures and learn about the preciousness of life.
A unique facility where visitors can observe and interact with approximately 500 species of animals, including insects, fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. The Park aims to foster affection and awareness of the importance of life through "hands-on" experiences.
At the entrance, visitors are greeted by a large goldfish tank. Highlights include the Large Greenhouse, where butterflies flutter year-round, the Interaction Corner, home to adorable guinea pigs, and the Australia Dome, where kangaroos and wallabies relax in a peaceful environment. The Park offers thoughtfully curated exhibits, guided tours by staff, seasonal firefly observation events, and an interpretive center staffed by knowledgeable guides.
The on-site museum shop features exclusive merchandise such as butterfly observation sheets, photo books of creatures captured by staff photographers, and unique items like shed snake skins. Many of these items are available for purchase online, so don't forget to check them out.
Highlights
-
Approximately 500 species, including insects, fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals, are housed and exhibited.
-
Learn the importance of life through hands-on interactions with various animals.
-
Features an interaction corner with small animals like guinea pigs.
-
Offers a variety of experiential programs, including guided tours by staff.
-
Sells unique original merchandise like "Butterfly Observation Sheets" and shed snake skins (available through an online shop).
Photos
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
Q
Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If possible, please also let us know the language you speak)
Sorry, we don’t.
Q
Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
Yes, it is.
Q
Is free Wi-Fi available inside the facility?
SoftBank Wi-Fi is available.
Q
Are coin lockers available?
Yes, there are coin lockers for up to 10 users.
Q
Is parking available?
Biopark First and Second Parking Lots are available (100yen/30 minutes, maximum daily rate 600yen). No discounts are offered. In case of full capacity, visitors are advised to use nearby coin-operated parking lots.
Q
Can photos be taken inside?
Photography is allowed; however, the use of flash, monopods, or tripods is prohibited.
Q
Is eating allowed?
While only snacks and bread (sold on weekends) are available for purchase, visitors can bring their own meals and use the 2nd-floor rest area to eat. Note that seating is limited. Alternatively, many visitors choose to eat in the adjacent Motofuchie Park, spreading out picnic blankets.
Reviews
Details
- Name in Japanese
- 足立区生物園
- Postal Code
- 121-0064
- Address
- 2-17-1 Hokima, Adachi-ku, Tokyo
- Telephone
- 03-3884-5577
- Closed
- Mondays (open on holidays and Tokyo Citizens' Day on October 1; closed the following weekday), and year-end/New Year holidays (December 29–January 1).
- Business Hours
-
February to October 9:30am - 5:00pm, November to January 9:30am - 4:30pm
※Admission closes 30 minutes prior
※The interaction corner and Australia Dome close at 3:30pm. - Admission
- Adults (high school students and older): 300yen, Children (elementary and middle school students): 150yen.
- Access
- Approximately a 20-minute walk from Tobu Isesaki Line (Tobu Skytree Line) Takenotsuka Station East Exit.
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)