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About this spot
Shirotori Zoo in Higashikagawa City, Kagawa Prefecture, is a hands-on zoo whose appeal is a "too free" style that overturns the conventions of ordinary zoos. Its biggest feature is the surprisingly short distance to the animals. As you enter the park, free-roaming peacocks, goats, and rabbits greet you at will. Buying a bucket of food and feeding various animals directly is hugely popular here. The zoo is also known for raising white tigers, and with luck you may be able to join precious events such as baby-holding photo sessions. In a homey, handmade atmosphere, you can feel the breath of a wide variety of creatures up close, from fierce animals such as tigers and lions to soothing small animals such as capybaras and small-clawed otters. It is ideal for families, animal-loving friends, dates, or anyone who wants to be healed alone. At Shirotori Zoo, where you can directly feel the power and warmth of life, quite different from sleek urban facilities, why not spend an unforgettable holiday?
Last updated March 27, 2026