Find zoos, cafes, aquariums, farms, and parks where you can meet capybaras in Kumamoto, Japan.
4 capybara spots are listed.
A vast theme park in Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture, where capybaras roam year-round in the "Capybara Pond" pasture. Feeding experiences are available at the children's square, and two baby capybaras born in November 2024 became a big attraction.
Capybaras are displayed in a spacious enclosure featuring Japan's first moat-style partition. Glass windows allow visitors to observe them underwater, and the naturalistic setting with soil and trees closely replicates their native habitat.
A cozy zoo surrounded by the nature of Takamori Town at the foot of Aso, where you can get very close to around 25 species and 200 animals. A visitor favorite: scratch a capybara with the special "scratching stick" and watch its blissful expression.
An experiential theme park set amid the vast nature of Aso. The "Animal Kingdom" zone lets you feed and interact with about 35 species including capybaras. With dome-shaped accommodations and hot springs on site, it's perfect for a relaxing overnight stay.
