【Hokkaido】Asahiyama Zoo: Winter-Exclusive Adorable Penguin Parade

Located in Asahikawa City, Hokkaido, Asahiyama Zoo is Japan's northernmost zoo, attracting over 1.4 million visitors annually. The zoo is renowned for allowing guests to observe animals up close in environments that mimic their natural habitats. A winter visit is incomplete without experiencing the seasonal highlight—the penguin parade. Watching penguins march orderly across thick snow is truly heartwarming. The parade is held twice daily, at 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM (actual times may vary depending on the zoo's schedule). As the penguin parade is immensely popular, securing a front-row spot for a closer view of these adorable creatures requires planning ahead and arriving early along the parade route. In addition to penguins, the zoo is home to a variety of other animals, including tigers, polar bears, snow leopards, red pandas, and owls. Spotting these animals in environments resembling their natural habitats is one of the most enjoyable aspects of visiting the zoo. If you feel tired or cold while exploring the zoo, there are plenty of restaurants and shops within the premises where you can take a break. 🐧 Attraction: Asahiyama Zoo 📍 Address: Higashi Asahikawa Town, Kurunuma, Asahikawa City, Hokkaido