Researched guide · Checked on Nov 9, 2026
See animals in open, natural-style enclosures spread over a hillside at Tama Zoological Park in Hino, western Tokyo. The station is right outside the gate, so it makes a good half-day trip by train. Some exhibits are closed at the moment, so check the news on the official website before you go.
Quick answer
Admission: ¥600 for adults, ¥300 for 65+. Free for elementary school children and younger.
Hours: 9:30–17:00 (tickets until 16:00). Closed on Wednesdays (or the next day if Wednesday is a holiday) and December 29 – January 1.
Getting there: about 1 minute on foot from Tama-Dobutsukoen Station (Keio Line and Tama Monorail).
Closures to know about (November 2026)
- The Lion Bus is scheduled to resume on November 12, 2026 (it was suspended on October 29). The lion exhibit itself reopened on October 30, 2026.
- The Insectarium has been closed since August 1, 2026, for repairs. The zoo expects to reopen it in January 2027 or later.
- Part of the path in the African area is closed after a landslide in September 2026. The zoo says no exhibits are closed because of it. Other paths may close after heavy rain, so check the official news page before your visit.
What to see
The zoo is divided into areas such as the Asian and African zones. Animals you can look for include koalas, Tasmanian devils, snow leopards and Asian elephants. The site is hilly, so wear comfortable shoes.
Tickets and hours
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | ¥600 |
| 65 and over | ¥300 |
| Junior high school students | ¥200 |
| Elementary school children and younger | Free |
- Open 9:30–17:00. Tickets are sold and entry is allowed until 16:00. Some animals cannot be seen after 16:00.
- Closed on Wednesdays (when Wednesday is a national holiday, closed the next day instead) and December 29 – January 1. The zoo opens on some Wednesdays, so check the calendar.
- Junior high school students who live or attend school in Tokyo are free (student ID needed).
- Free days: May 4, May 5 and October 1.
How to get there
Address: 7-1-1 Hodokubo, Hino-shi. The zoo is about 1 minute on foot from Tama-Dobutsukoen Station on the Keio Line and the Tama Monorail.
FAQ
How much is Tama Zoo?
¥600 for adults and ¥300 for visitors aged 65 and over. Elementary school children and younger are free.
Is the Lion Bus running?
The Lion Bus is scheduled to resume on November 12, 2026 (it was suspended on October 29). The lion exhibit itself reopened on October 30. Check the official website for updates.
When is Tama Zoo closed?
On Wednesdays (or the next day if Wednesday is a holiday) and December 29 to January 1.
How do I get there?
Take the Keio Line or Tama Monorail to Tama-Dobutsukoen Station. The gate is about 1 minute away.
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Sources
Hours, prices, closures and access come from Tokyo Zoo Net, the official website of Tokyo’s public zoos (checked November 9, 2026). Exhibits and closures change, so please check before you go.
