Zoo

There are three large zoos in the Kansai area alone. However, Oji Zoo in Kobe is the only place where you can see both pandas and koalas. Oji Zoo lies just in front of the Rokko mountain range and covers 80,000 square meters. Every year 1.2 million visitors come to see its 800 animals. To make the most of your trip, it’s a good idea to know the top attractions. Most Bred Flamingos in Japan The Flamingo Pond is one of the first things you’ll see when you arrive at Oji Zoo. It has the largest number of bred flamingos in the country, made up of American flamingos (bright pink), and greater flamingos (pale pink). Giant Pandas in the Panda House Japan and China have a joint research project to protect and preserve giant pandas and to conserve their natural environment. Part of this collaboration involves breeding at Oji Zoo, which has been taking place since 2000. In the Panda House, you can learn more about the project’s efforts and see the rare giant pandas for yourself. Children and Animal’s Land One section of the park is called Children and Animal’s land. Here, you can see animals like Queensland koalas…