Find zoos, cafes, aquariums, farms, and parks where you can meet capybaras in Kanto, Japan.
60 capybara spots are listed.
This free-entry zoo on Tokyo's Oshima Island lists capybaras on its official zoo map. Visitors can see them in a naturalistic area around the large walk-in bird cage, and official social posts have promoted talks about the seven capybaras kept there. It is a quiet capybara stop that fits well into an island trip.
Nasu Animal Kingdom's Capybara Forest is an area where capybaras and maras live freely, allowing close viewing and winter bath scenes. The current official facility page says feeding is suspended, so visitors specifically aiming to feed them should recheck before going. It remains a reliable hot-spring-style spot based on six regular capybara residents.
An urban animal café on the 5th floor of Decks Tokyo Beach in Odaiba, where brother capybaras Moi-kun and Sai-kun are the star attractions. During Picnic Time (weekdays 12:00–15:00), you can feed them with vegetables from a gacha machine.
Tokyo's largest indoor zoo, located in Tokyo Dome City, which made headlines with the birth of capybara triplets in 2024. Watch capybaras relax in the 'Capybara Cat-paw Bathtub®,' and visit the adjoining capybara-themed 'CAPPY cafe' on-site.
A 2-minute walk from Yoyogi Station. The highlight is watching "Tonkatsu-kun" soak in a large bathtub. Choose from 30–60 minute sessions (¥1,700–¥3,200), with vegetable feeding also available.
A sister branch of the Hikifune location where you can freely interact with 2 capybaras in the Asakusa area. Online advance reservations are required, and one drink is included.
An Izu Shaboten Group facility on the 2nd floor of Yokohama Minato Mirai World Porters, known for the popular "Capybara Cat-foot Bath® (猫足風呂®)." Interact with capybaras and over 250 animals across 21 species, including ring-tailed lemurs and sloths.
A capybara café in Oshiage, right next to Tokyo Skytree. Each 45-minute session accommodates up to 10 guests for a relaxed encounter with 3 capybaras. ¥4,000 per person (drinks included); advance reservation required.
Moff animal cafe on the 3rd floor of AEON Mall Makuhari Shintoshin — a no-time-limit animal cafe where you can interact with owls, reptiles, small mammals, and more. Note that this location does not have capybaras; please verify before visiting.
A café near Takadanobaba Station where you can spend 45 minutes with 3 capybaras on a 9th-floor building terrace. Fee is ¥4,000 (drink included), up to 10 guests per session, advance reservation required.
An indoor zoo operated by Izu Shaboten Animal Park, famous for its patented "Capybara Cat-foot Bath® (猫足風呂®)." You can observe and pet capybaras soaking in a claw-foot bathtub right up close.
A reservation-only capybara café in a quiet residential neighborhood, 5 minutes' walk from Hikifune Station. Two capybaras roam freely — you can offer snacks and pet them. One drink is included in the admission fee.
Chikozan Park Children's Zoo in Sayama City, Saitama has been raising capybaras since 2011. An open-air hot spring bathing event for capybaras is held annually from late November through February.
Japan's largest ostrich farm in Ishioka, Ibaraki Prefecture. The "South Pasture" area offers hands-on interaction with capybaras alongside alpacas, sheep, and goats in a relaxed, pastoral setting.
Famous for its elephants, Ichihara Zoo houses capybaras in two areas: Zou no Kuni and Sayuri World. Feeding experiences are available, and Sayuri World features a unique free-roaming display where capybaras wander at will.
You can meet female capybara Mao in the West Garden Children's Zoo area. One of the few places in central Tokyo to see a capybara, though no special hot spring or feeding programs are offered.
A farm-style park set in the nature of Nasu Highlands, popular for alpaca and farm animal experiences. Check the official website before visiting for the latest information on capybara keeping and hot spring events.
A free small animal zoo in Saitama City. The beloved capybaras "Peace" and "Cherry" passed away in 2026 and 2024 respectively, and capybara exhibits have since ended.
Tokyo Metropolitan Inokashira Natural Cultural Garden, located within Inokashira Park. Since June 2025, it has exhibited 'Nae,' a male capybara transferred from Nasu Animal Kingdom. A commemorative special drink sold at the park café has made him a local celebrity.
Home to two female capybaras, Yanagi and Muku. The winter open-air hot spring event is well known — on the winter solstice the bath transforms into a yuzu bath, and you can watch them leisurely soaking in the warm water.
In the "Animal Village" zone of Nagai Seaside Park in Yokosuka, Kanagawa, you can meet capybaras alongside kangaroos and penguins. Capybara-themed merchandise such as capybara curry is also popular.
Meet capybara "Icho" in the livestock barn — a character who loves water play but refuses to enter water below 14°C. On warm days, you can catch the adorable sight of Icho bathing in the "Kapi-oke" tub.
Kamine Zoo in Hitachi City, Ibaraki Prefecture, houses 4 capybaras — 1 male and 3 females (Hana, Mikan, and Rose). They share a unique mixed exhibit with ducks and Patagonian maras.
Listed as a facility within Yokohama Landmark Plaza, but cannot be confirmed on the official store directory. The official location of Anitachi Minatomirai is on the 2nd floor of Yokohama World Porters — please verify before visiting.
A free-admission zoo in Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture. In March 2025, two female capybaras transferred from Himeji Central Park were introduced alongside the opening of a new animal house.
Yokohama City Kanazawa Zoo is known for its unique theater-style enclosure where you can view capybaras head-on. Three individuals are currently kept, and you can watch them swimming up close.
A safari park on the Nasu Plateau where you can meet capybaras in the animal interaction plaza. Feeding experiences (¥200) are available, and you can observe the capybaras' relaxed daily life in two paddocks.
An immersive zoo in the hot spring town of Kusatsu, Gunma, where capybaras are the star attraction. In keeping with the onsen atmosphere, you can watch capybaras bathe and enjoy a feeding experience.
This entry corresponds to the aquatic section of Inokashira Nature and Culture Garden, but capybaras are displayed in the main zoo area, not the aquatic section. Since June 2025, the male capybara "Nae," transferred from Nasu Animal Kingdom, has been on exhibit.
A monkey entertainment facility in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, where capybaras, penguins, and cats joined the "Ani-Town" area after a 2022 renovation. Feeding experiences are available in the charming space where capybaras and cats coexist.
Located in the Sayuri World section of Animal Wonder Resort in Ichihara, Chiba. Famous for elephant performances, the facility lets around 30 species including capybaras roam freely, with feeding experiences available.
This is the "Animal Village" zone of Soleil Hill in Yokosuka, Kanagawa — the same facility as the main Soleil Hill entry (soleil-hill).
An aquarium facility in Shinagawa, Tokyo, that exhibited capybaras in the 'Aqua Jungle' zone. Following deaths in 2025, please check the official website before visiting to confirm current exhibition status.
An aquarium in Fujisawa, Kanagawa, which exhibited capybaras "Kokoro" and "Hinata" from 2018, but permanently ended its capybara exhibit on November 26, 2025.
An experiential theme park set in nature in Inashiki City, Ibaraki Prefecture. At the petting farm, you can hand-feed capybaras carrots and cabbage, and enjoy forest walks and other activities.
Gunma Prefecture's premier safari park where visitors drive through or ride a tour bus among the animals. Capybaras can be found in two spots: the Walking Safari area and the Bird Park.
A facility adjacent to Shizuoka's Jonokuni, featuring a fenceless animal garden. Around 30 species of animals roam freely through the central plaza, allowing natural close-up interaction with capybaras.
An urban aquarium on the 9th and 10th floors of Lazona Kawasaki shopping complex, just a 1-minute walk from Kawasaki Station. Capybaras are exhibited in the Amazon zone.
A municipal zoo in the Tama area of western Tokyo, home to capybaras and a variety of other animals.
A municipal children's zoo in Midori Ward, Saitama City, which operated with free admission. Scheduled to close in February 2026 — please verify operating status before visiting.
An indoor zoo inside Ario Kashiwa where you can get up close and interact with capybaras and a variety of other animals.
A popular zoo in Sodegaura City home to around 20 species, with a strong focus on capybara breeding. Baby capybaras are born frequently, making it a key site for preserving capybara bloodlines in Japan.
An entertainment aquarium inside Shinagawa Prince Hotel. A dedicated capybara feeding program lets visitors hand-feed them directly for a special up-close experience.
A metropolitan zoo on Izu Oshima Island—accessible only by ferry or plane—with free admission. Enjoy the unique experience of watching capybaras amid the island's natural scenery.
You can meet capybaras at the animal plaza inside a park near Shin-Urayasu Station. Free admission and easy access make it a popular spot for children.
An indoor animal contact facility opened in April 2024 by the Izu Shaboten Park group, where visitors can interact with approximately 140 species.
The only freshwater fish aquarium in Tochigi Prefecture, featuring capybaras in a recreated tropical habitat zone.
An animal exhibit area within a park overlooking Utsunomiya city. Free admission; capybaras are kept in a mixed-species enclosure.
A zoo that opened in 1981, with an amusement park on-site. Two capybaras live together here in the community-rooted zoo, which is home to around 400 animals across 70 species.
A theme park in Nasu famous for its monkey shows. In 2022, "Ani-Town" was added, featuring capybaras, penguins, and more.
