Festivals & local events

Giraffe Backyard Tour at Nogeyama Zoo (December)

Japanese title: 野毛山動物園キリン「バックヤードツアー」（12月）

Nogeyama Zoo Giraffe House (Sakuragicho Sta.)

See the giraffe house's backstage areas on Dec 5 and 19, 14:00–14:30. 500 yen; lottery entry Nov 7–21.

Dates: Dec 5 (Sat) – Dec 19 (Sat)
Time: 14:00–14:30
Price: 500 yen for elementary school age and up (preschoolers free)
Kids: Family-friendly, ages 0+
Venue: Nogeyama Zoo Giraffe House
Nearest station: Sakuragicho Sta.
Venue (JA): 野毛山動物園キリン舎

Check closed days and last admission on the official page before you go.

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Distance from major stations

From Isezakichojamachi: 0.5 km, about 9 min on foot
From Sakuragicho: 0.6 km, about 10 min on foot
From Bashamichi: 1.0 km, about 15 min on foot
From Bandobashi: 1.0 km, about 17 min on foot

Distances are straight-line; times are rough estimates.

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Checked against the official page on October 22, 2026. Titles and descriptions are our own translations.

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