Kumamoto Aso
Aso Cuddly Dominion
Humboldt Penguin
At a glance
| Address | 2163 Kurokawa, Aso, Kumamoto 869-2225 |
|---|---|
| Getting there | About 1.5 km from JR Aso Station (Hohi Line), about 3 minutes by taxi Take the Yamabiko or Kyushu Odan intercity bus (Kumamoto–Oita/Beppu) to the Cuddly Dominion-mae stop About 36 km from the Kumamoto IC via Route 57 toward Aso About 40 minutes by taxi from Aso Kumamoto Airport |
| Hours | Summer (Mar 20–Oct 12, 2026) 9:30–17:00; winter (Oct 13, 2026–Mar 19, 2027) 10:00–16:30. Until 17:30 on designated days |
| Closed | Wednesdays from December to February (except winter holidays and public holidays) |
| Admission | Adult (high school+) weekdays ¥2,600 Child (elementary / junior high) ¥1,400 Preschooler (3+) ¥800 Adults ¥2,900 on weekends, holidays and designated days. Animal shows are free to watch |
| Official site | www.cuddly.co.jp |
| Information checked on | October 23, 2026 |
Penguins you can see
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フンボルトペンギン Spheniscus humboldti
IUCN: VU (Vulnerable)
- Where
- Penguin Falls
Parade and feeding times
| Parade and feeding times | When / where | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Penguin Snack Feeding | Daily at Penguin Falls. Summer 11:00–11:30 and 15:00–15:30 (until :20 on Wed/Thu); winter 11:00–11:20 (until 11:30 on weekends and holidays) | ¥500 (10 portions per session) |
Highlights
- At Penguin Falls you can watch the penguins swim side-on through glass and walk across the rocks up close
- A wooden deck over the pond overlooks the whole of Penguin Falls and makes a good photo spot
- The snack-feeding experience runs daily for ¥500, limited to 10 portions per session
Tickets
Check prices and availability on the ticket page.
Nearby places
FAQ
- How many penguin species are at Aso Cuddly Dominion?
- 1 species: Humboldt Penguin.
- How much is admission to Aso Cuddly Dominion?
- Adult (high school+) weekdays ¥2,600, Child (elementary / junior high) ¥1,400, Preschooler (3+) ¥800 (as of October 23, 2026).
- Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Aso Cuddly Dominion?
- Yes: Penguin Snack Feeding. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
- How do I get to Aso Cuddly Dominion?
- About 1.5 km from JR Aso Station (Hohi Line), about 3 minutes by taxi, Take the Yamabiko or Kyushu Odan intercity bus (Kumamoto–Oita/Beppu) to the Cuddly Dominion-mae stop, About 36 km from the Kumamoto IC via Route 57 toward Aso, About 40 minutes by taxi from Aso Kumamoto Airport.
Sources
We checked the official pages below on October 23, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.