Shimane Matsue
Matsue Vogel Park
1 penguin species
At a glance
| Address | 52 Ogaki-cho, Matsue, Shimane 690-0263 |
|---|---|
| Getting there | Directly connected to Matsue Vogel Park Station on the Ichibata Electric Railway; about 15 min from Matsue Shinjiko Onsen Station, about 45 min from Izumo Taisha-mae Station By car, about 25 min from JR Matsue Station, 25 min from Izumo Airport, 20 min from Matsue Castle Parking for 250 cars (free for the first 2 hours, then ¥200 per hour) |
| Hours | 9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:00; closing may be extended during events) |
| Closed | Second and fourth Fridays from December to March |
| Admission | Adult (high school and up) ¥1,750 Child (elementary and junior high) ¥880 Preschoolers are free. Discounts for Matsue residents, visitors with disabilities, and groups of 15 or more. Annual passes available |
| Official site | www.ichibata.co.jp/vogelpark |
| Information checked on | October 16, 2026 |
Penguins you can see
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African Penguin
ケープペンギン Spheniscus demersus
IUCN: CR (Critically Endangered)
- Where
- Tropical Aviary and the outdoor penguin pool
Parade and feeding times
| Parade and feeding times | When / where | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Penguin Stroll | 10:30 and 14:00 at the Tropical Aviary (African penguins walk among visitors; costumes change with the season; may be cancelled or changed without notice) | — |
| Penguin Lap-Sitting | Weekends and holidays only, 14:15–14:45 at the Tropical Aviary (may be paused or cancelled depending on the birds) | ¥500 per session |
Highlights
- Twice daily, African penguins born at the park waddle through the Tropical Aviary alongside visitors
- On weekends and holidays you can have a penguin sit on your lap (paid)
- Directly connected to Matsue Vogel Park Station on the Ichibata Electric Railway; penguins can be seen both in the tropical greenhouse and at the outdoor penguin pool
Nearby places
FAQ
- How many penguin species are at Matsue Vogel Park?
- 1 species: African Penguin.
- How much is admission to Matsue Vogel Park?
- Adult (high school and up) ¥1,750, Child (elementary and junior high) ¥880 (as of October 16, 2026).
- Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Matsue Vogel Park?
- Yes: Penguin Stroll, Penguin Lap-Sitting. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
- How do I get to Matsue Vogel Park?
- Directly connected to Matsue Vogel Park Station on the Ichibata Electric Railway; about 15 min from Matsue Shinjiko Onsen Station, about 45 min from Izumo Taisha-mae Station, By car, about 25 min from JR Matsue Station, 25 min from Izumo Airport, 20 min from Matsue Castle, Parking for 250 cars (free for the first 2 hours, then ¥200 per hour).
Sources
We checked the official pages below on October 16, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.