Worth a Journey

The World’s 100 Best Zoos & Aquariums

Izu Shaboten Zoo

Ito, Japan

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST ZOOS & AQUARIUMS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 100 2026
Izu Shaboten Zoo

The zoo lies at the foot of Mount Omuro in Ito, Japan, beside a large cactus garden. Peacocks and squirrel monkeys roam free, and most animals can be fed by hand.

Highlights

  • Giraffe feeding area
  • Capybara hot spring pool
  • Cactus greenhouse

Good to know

  • Feeding needs coins from change machines
  • Animal boat tour on the pond
  • Paid parking lots near the entrance

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