Phoenix Natural Zoo

City: Miyazaki-Shi
Country: Japan
Region Kyushu
Opened 1971

Species 115

Here at this zoo located in a vast hilly area with pine trees overlooking the Pacific Ocean, you will find 1,400 animals such as Asian elephants, lions, Masai giraffes, orangutans, and Bactrian camels. Additionally, the number of flamingos bred here is the highest in the country. By raising different animals together in one environment, this zoo focuses on trying to let them live in the most natural setting as possible.  Fun events conducted everyday allow you to enjoy a variety of things such as flamingo shows, intelligence tests of chimpanzees, and parade of the goats. Moreover, there is also an amusement park that can be enjoyed by all regardless of age. During the summer, a swimming pool with a water slider will be opened.