Wakayama City Zoo
和歌山公園動物園
A year-round zoo in Wakayama featuring animals from around the world, including petable farm animals, set within a natural habitat designed for educational observation.
Wakayama City Zoo is a zoo located in Wakayama City, Japan. The zoo features a wide variety of animals from around the world, including penguins, bears, flamingos, and many petable farm animals. The zoo is open year-round, and offers a great opportunity for visitors to learn about and observe different animals in a natural setting.
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