Find Shizuoka zoo places in Japan where you can meet capybaras.
6 places are listed.
The original site of the world's first capybara open-air bath, started in 1982. Official 2026 materials list 25 capybaras in the bath enclosure, while the park blog says Rainbow Plaza has 10 out in the morning and up to 25 in the afternoon for contact, depending on conditions. It is one of Japan's signature large-scale capybara spots, combining the winter bath with regular hands-on viewing.
Izu Animal Kingdom is one of the largest capybara facilities in the Kanto and Tokai region. An official release says two babies born in September 2024 brought the group to 45, with capybaras kept across areas including Animal Paradise 360 and hands-on zones. It is a strong choice for close viewing, feeding, and frequent baby news.
Meet capybaras in the "Fureai Ranch" area at the foot of Mt. Fuji, where feeding experiences are available in an open, fence-free space. You can also watch them swim in a pool with transparent glass walls.
Four male capybaras transferred from Izu Shaboten Animal Park are kept at Nihondaira Zoo in Shizuoka City. A winter capybara hot spring event is held annually, and feeding events are also popular.
An animal plaza inside a municipal park in front of Mishima Station, Shizuoka Prefecture, where you can interact with over 20 species including capybaras, alpacas, and monkeys. In winter, you can watch capybaras enjoying a warm bath.
Hamamatsu Zoo is home to two capybaras, Shirataki and Chikuwa. The zoo's cozy scale makes it a popular destination for families.
