Fukuoka Zoo and Botanical Garden — Attraction in Fukuoka

Last week of May 2023, I embarked on an unforgettable journey to Fukuoka Zoo, and let me tell you, it was a wild adventure like no other! Located just a stone's throw away from the bustling city center, this zoo perched on a scenic hillside had me captivated from the moment I arrived.

Upon entering the zoo, I was immediately greeted by a vibrant atmosphere brimming with excitement. The diverse array of land, marine, and primate creatures were ready to showcase their unique personalities, and boy, did they deliver! Majestic lions roared in the distance, their commanding presence sending chills down my spine. The playful dolphins put on a jaw-dropping aquatic acrobatics show, leaving me in awe of their grace and agility. And the mischievous primates swung from tree branches, entertaining visitors with their hilarious antics. It was an animal extravaganza that kept me on the edge of my seat!

While luck wasn't on my side when it came to the red panda, as it chose the exact moment of my visit to catch up on some beauty sleep, the zoo compensated for it with a myriad of other captivating creatures. From towering giraffes gracefully munching on leaves to cheeky monkeys who never failed to put a smile on my face, every step brought a delightful surprise. The slithering snakes and colorful parrots added an exotic touch, showcasing the incredible diversity of our planet's inhabitants.

Despite the elusive red panda's naptime, my visit to Fukuoka Zoo left me with a heart full of joy and unforgettable memories. It was a place where laughter echoed among the enclosures, curiosity came alive, and the wonders of the animal kingdom unfolded before my eyes.

In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Fukuoka Zoo to anyone seeking an adventure filled with awe-inspiring wildlife encounters. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, an animal lover, or simply someone looking for a fun day out, this zoo will exceed your expectations. From the exhilarating roars to the fascinating behaviors, every moment spent here is a reminder of the beauty and diversity that our world has to offer.

So, gear up and get ready for a roaring good time at Fukuoka Zoo. It's a destination that will leave you with memories that will...

If you are slightly familiar with animals in general and their origins and needs:don't spend money there. That beeing said:let me elaborate a bit, why. 1)Passing several herbivores I first got the feeling :Uff. Do they even have enough space? Additionaly :the amount of children passing by them, screaming and shouting and so on (ok those are children - so they do what they do), the animals don't have even the slightest possibility to escape the noise. Taking into consideration, most of the are also flight animals... Count 1+1about the stress they are exposed day by day. 2)showing off, how big the wingspan of a condor is... 3.3m-Yes impressive. Putting that humongous bird in a cage maybe 10-12m wide,7-8m height and 15ish deep is questionable at least. The same applies to other bigger eagles, caged nearby. 3)the big cats. Lions and Amur Tigers. Excuse me, but last time I've checked, there is no solid concrete pasted either in the savanna nor in the steppes and forests of Asian origins of the tiger. How in the gods freakin name did you come to the idea of putting concrete as an appropriate bedding for these animals? How? Explaine it please. The reason of "easier" cleaning is a lazy one. There you definitely should re-evaluate the thought behind a (proper) zoo. And how do you expect these animals to be entertained and busy, if they hardly have anything to do. A tree for scratching the claws isn't close to what they actually need. Hearing them roar gave me goose bumps. Those screams were not mating/territorial ones. It was just pain and suffering I heard. The enclosures for lions and Tigers are way to small.

And please, don't come me with the reasoning:we couldn't provide a popper bedding because of "insert any reason here". The Orang-Utans have a huge variety of plants, trees and bushes at the bottom of their enclosure(which also seems to be very versatile and offers a lot to climb/do for the animals-so at least props to you there) . So it's not you aren't able to, but you don't want...

Avoid this place at all costs—it's truly abysmal. I have seen much zoos with much better enclosures in developing countries that are considered to be far behind Japan. Barring a handful, almost all of the enclosures fall far short of providing the proper landscape, stimulation, or space for the animals. Most resemble prison cells—small, concrete, and devoid of plants or enrichment. Some were downright filthy.

Disturbingly, many animals displayed clear signs of distress and extreme boredom, including an (underweight) monkey, a zebra, the sun bears, and the large felines like lions and tigers.

The irony of proudly showcasing the Andean condor's wingspan on a sign, only to confine it in an enclosure barely double that wingspan, is hard to ignore. The zebra's enclosure lacks even artificial grass and looked more like a small parking lot than an enclosure for a large herbivore hailing from the African savannah.

The zoo has ample space available. Incorporating a few plants into specific enclosures should be a no-brainer. A slight increase in the cheap entrance ticket price could easily fund many improvements. Some of the animals just don't belong in the zoo, especially not in these horrible enclosures. The current state of affairs is truly unacceptable. There is no way the people behind it have any care in the world for animal welfare,...