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North Safari Sapporo (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is North Safari Sapporo?

88%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 88% Kids-Friendly: Elementary-age children can pet capybaras, ride snow tubes and try kid snowmobiles at modest cost, and staff manage risk with fences and guides, yet a few thrill attractions bar guests under 120 cm and may disappoint shorter kids.

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Positives:

  • Interactive animal zones: Multiple petting and feeding corners are included in admission, keeping kids engaged.
  • Stroller and family facilities: Stroller-friendly paths, nursing rooms and changing tables throughout the park.

Challenges:

  • Hilly terrain: Some walking paths are steep; bring a stroller with good wheels and rest often.
  • Cash-only machines: Feeding token machines and coin lockers accept only coins; carry small change.
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What is North Safari Sapporo?

  • A wildlife park and interactive zoo located in a forested area on the outskirts of Sapporo, blending natural woodlands with curated animal habitats
  • A living collection of exotic and native species, ranging from large mammals such as tigers and giraffes to smaller reptiles, porcupines and various bird species
  • A zoological facility built around open-air enclosures, walk-through habitats and interactive exhibit designs incorporating petting and feeding stations

What is so special about North Safari Sapporo for with kids?

  1. Hands-on feeding for kangaroos, parrots and more
  2. Low-cost interactive zones fit within admission
  3. Free shuttle to spread out walking and explore quieter areas
  4. Family-friendly facilities from strollers to nursing rooms

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time for feeding, petting zones, and a ride on the free shuttle without tiring young children.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in North Safari Sapporo

Kangaroo feeding in Jungle Zone:

Feed tame kangaroos from your hand using feed tokens.

Tip: Buy 100 ¥ tokens at the machine and supervise kids closely during feeding.

Snake encounter at Chinju Fureai Corner:

Hold a friendly snake with guidance from staff.

Tip: Ask staff for a smaller reptile if your child is under 6 years old.

Climb the nets in Adventure Jungle:

Explore low-level net obstacle courses built for kids.

Tip: Wear sneakers and keep children within arm’s reach on higher nets.

Shuttle to Healing Forest:

Catch the free shuttle bus to reach the forest trail and calmer animal areas.

Tip: Board at park entrance every 20 minutes; the path and shuttle are stroller-friendly.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to North Safari Sapporo

  1. Arrive early: Beat crowds and feed times by entering when the park opens at 10 AM.
  2. Pack snacks and water: Food court lines grow at noon; carry light snacks to keep kids happy.
  3. Use coin locker: Store extra gear near the entrance to avoid carrying bulky items around.
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Reviews of North Safari Sapporo

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Melissa Rodermund

Melissa Rodermund

Aug 2025

#FreePepper Seals are social animals, typically living in large colonies. In their natural habitat, seals swim up to 50 miles a day, dive deep for food, and engage with their environment in a way that a small cage can never allow. Instead, Pepper is forced to pass her days confined in a small cage, a mere fraction of her natural habitat.

Elijah Stanton

Elijah Stanton

Jul 2025

This safari is incredibly affordable and never feels overcrowded, which makes for a really enjoyable visit. Make sure to bring yen with you since most of the feeding stations only take coins. You can feed almost every animal for just 100 yen, and the bigger attractions are 500 yen with set times. There are a lot of chances to get up close and personal with the animals, which is rare at most place...

Lilybelle Hu

Lilybelle Hu

Jul 2025

Ok I’m going to write something that should help everyone this summer. I unfortunately took the bus to the Toyotaki kaikan stop and there’s a sign saying to call the shuttle, and I didn’t pay for making calls. The website says there’s a shuttle on the weekend and holidays and summer every 15min, so I stood at the stop and waited in the sun for 50min, but didn’t see any shuttle come by. So I gave u...

dizijoyjoy

dizijoyjoy

Jun 2025

The shuttle bus driver was very nice!! He fetched me when I was about to walk in due to unable to call the hotline and just nice he drove out. And also when I left he went the extra mile to fetch me to Ainu Cultural Centre at Koganeyu area. The safari was very nice. Petted and fed some animals and the capybara was very cute!!

Man Lui

Man Lui

Jul 2024

I went just now and I would totally not recommend it. Anyone can obviously see that this is animal abuse. The birds were tied up to wooden blocks to stay all day and so were the dogs. There was barely any staff supervising and we were basically allowed to do anything we wanted, which frankly seemed a bit suspicious and casual. This is honestly such a disturbing and evil hearted place. please do no...

When is the best time to visit North Safari Sapporo (Sapporo, Japan)?

Winter (Jan–Mar): try snow tubing and snowshoeing at no extra cost. Summer: animals are most active early morning, so arrive before 10 AM.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Admission (2 adults + 2 kids)JPY 5,200
Animal feeding treatsJPY 1,200
Family lunch at food courtJPY 4,000
Total EstimatedJPY 10,400

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of North Safari Sapporo

Address: 469-1 Toyotaki, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 061-2273, Japan

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About North Safari Sapporo

Opening Hours

Monday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

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