Tochigi Utsunomiya
Utsunomiya Zoo
Magellanic Penguin
At a glance
| Address | 552-2 Kamikanai-machi, Utsunomiya, Tochigi 321-2115 |
|---|---|
| Getting there | From JR Utsunomiya Station West Exit (stop 8), take a Kanto Bus bound for Sanno Danchi, Nikko, Ishinada or Funyu to Shimokanai-cho, then about 5 min on foot About 5 min by car from the Utsunomiya IC on the Tohoku Expressway Free parking for 1,000 cars |
| Hours | Mar–Dec 9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30); Jan–Feb 9:30–16:30 (last entry 16:00). Shorter hours over the New Year holidays |
| Closed | Open daily |
| Admission | Adult (junior high and up) ¥1,600 Child (age 3 to elementary school) ¥800 Covers both the zoo and the amusement park. Free for ages 0–2. Ride tickets are sold separately. The on-site ticket booth takes cash only |
| Official site | utsunomiya-zoo.com |
| Information checked on | October 23, 2026 |
Penguins you can see
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マゼランペンギン Spheniscus magellanicus
IUCN: LC (Least Concern)
- Where
- Penguin House
Parade and feeding times
| Parade and feeding times | When / where | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Penguin Feeding Experience | At the Penguin House; times are posted on the guide board in the park on the day. Sold at the entrance ticket booth, first 5 groups each morning and afternoon | ¥500 |
Highlights
- A hands-on theme park combining a zoo and an amusement park, themed around nature, animals and children
- Home to 400 animals of 70 species, with a focus on getting close to the animals
- A paid feeding experience lets you hand fish to the Magellanic Penguins
Tickets
Check prices and availability on the ticket page.
Nearby places
FAQ
- How many penguin species are at Utsunomiya Zoo?
- 1 species: Magellanic Penguin.
- How much is admission to Utsunomiya Zoo?
- Adult (junior high and up) ¥1,600, Child (age 3 to elementary school) ¥800 (as of October 23, 2026).
- Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Utsunomiya Zoo?
- Yes: Penguin Feeding Experience. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
- How do I get to Utsunomiya Zoo?
- From JR Utsunomiya Station West Exit (stop 8), take a Kanto Bus bound for Sanno Danchi, Nikko, Ishinada or Funyu to Shimokanai-cho, then about 5 min on foot, About 5 min by car from the Utsunomiya IC on the Tohoku Expressway, Free parking for 1,000 cars.
Sources
We checked the official pages below on October 23, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.