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Omori-yama Yuuen-chi Anipa (大森山ゆうえんちアニパ)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Get up close to the animals and observe them at their most energetic just after opening at "Akiggin Omoirin no Mori"

About 15 min from the previous stop

About 75 min here

About 60 min to the next stop

Next stop: The glass-roofed, all-weather indoor greenery space lets children play freely without worrying about the weather

About this spot

A small amusement park within Omori-yama Zoo where admission with just the zoo ticket is a treat for families with children, and you can buy ride tickets individually at a relaxed pace. Centered around gentle rides suitable for young children like a mini Ferris wheel, carousel, and mini train, it's perfect for a first amusement park experience. Unlike large theme parks, there are few lines, allowing children to play at their own pace. The Ferris wheel offers views of the greenery-draped zoo and Akita's streetscape below, providing adults a relaxing respite as well. Being able to shuttle between animal viewing and amusement park rides with a single admission ticket makes it possible to fulfill that greedy wish: "I want to see animals AND ride rides!"—a rare, zoo-combined amusement park in the Tohoku region.

Tips

Entry is included with the zoo ticket; individual ride tickets are needed for each attraction. Purchasing a ticket book offers modest savings. Check the signage on-site for height and age restrictions on rides. Winter operations close due to snow accumulation. The park has picnic areas for spreading out lunch and has shops on-site.