Urban Jungle Meets Historic Charm Since 1915
🌟 What is Tennoji Zoo?
Opened in 1915, Tennoji Zoo is one of Japan’s oldest and most beloved zoos. Located inside Tennoji Park near Shinsekai, this city zoo offers a surprisingly immersive wildlife experience. With over 1,000 animals from around the world, including lions, elephants, and koalas, it’s a peaceful and family-friendly break from Osaka’s urban buzz.
🔭 Why Visit Tennoji Zoo?
🦓 Global Fauna: Animals from Africa, Asia, Australia & beyond
🏞️ Natural-Style Habitats: Open enclosures that mimic wild environments
🐘 Elephant Zone: Popular Asian elephant area with elevated views
🦒 African Savanna: See lions, zebras, giraffes in an open-air setting
🌿 Inner-City Nature: Set within a spacious park—great for relaxing strolls
👨👩👧👦 Family Favorite: Perfect for kids, couples, and easygoing travelers
📸 Featured Zones
| Zone | Description |
|---|---|
| African Savanna Zone | Giraffes, zebras, lions in open grassland-style space |
| Asian Forest | Elephants, red pandas, and native Asian species |
| Nocturnal House | Observe animals active at night (bats, owls, and more) |
| Koala House | Cute Australian marsupials in a eucalyptus-filled habitat |
| Reptile House | Snakes, turtles, and other cold-blooded creatures |
🎟️ Admission & Booking
| Category | Price | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (16+) | ¥500 | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM (last entry 4:00 PM) |
| Children (Elementary & Junior High) | ¥200 | Same as above |
| Infants (0–5) | Free | — |
| Closed | Mondays (or next day if Monday is a holiday) | — |
🎫 Tip: Free admission on March 21 (Zoo Anniversary) and certain local holidays!
🚨 Visitor Tips
☀️ Morning is best—animals are more active, and crowds are smaller
🦒 Feeding sessions vary—check the day’s schedule at the gate
📷 Photography allowed (no flash for sensitive animals)
🍱 No restaurants inside—bring lunch or use Tennoji Park picnic areas
🎒 Coin lockers available at entrance gates
🚉 Access
Nearest Stations:
🚉 Dobutsuen-mae Station (Subway Midosuji Line) – 5 min walk
🚇 Tennoji Station (JR / Metro) – 10 min walk through Tennoji Park
🚉 Shin-Imamiya Station (JR & Nankai) – 7 min walk
From Major Areas:
🚄 Namba Station → Subway Midosuji Line to Dobutsuen-mae (6 min)
🚄 Osaka Station / Umeda → JR Loop Line to Tennoji (15 min)
✈️ Kansai Airport → JR Kansai Airport Rapid to Tennoji (35–40 min)
🏨 Nearby Recommended Hotels
🏨 Hotel Bali Tower Osaka Tennoji – Themed rooms with onsen & entertainment
🛏️ Via Inn Abeno Tennoji – Budget-friendly & walkable to the zoo
🏨 Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel – Luxury views from Abeno Harukas nearby
🍴 Family-Friendly Eats Nearby
🍜 Shinsekai Daruma – Kushikatsu skewers just outside the park
🍛 Curry House CoCo Ichibanya (Tennoji) – Quick & kid-friendly curry
🥤 MOS Burger (Abeno) – Japanese burger chain with tasty veggie options
📍 Address & Contact
Tennoji Zoo (天王寺動物園)
📍 1-108 Chausuyama-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka 543-0063, Japan
📞 +81-6-6771-8401
🌐 https://www.tennojizoo.jp/
✨ Whether you’re exploring with kids or just love animals, Tennoji Zoo brings the wonders of wildlife right into the city—making it a heartwarming Osaka adventure.