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Kiryugaoka Zoo, Fly to the Future - Yamada Seisakusho Kiryugaoka Zoo (未来へはばたけ山田製作所桐生が岡動物園)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: A historic building complex renovated from a former sake and soy sauce brewery

About 15 min from the previous stop

About 55 min here

About 60 min to the next stop

Next stop: A night on Honmachi-dori where dancers move to the lively Yagibushi songs and taiko drums

About this spot

This park is set in lush, natural surroundings just next to central Kiryu, with a free-admission small zoo and an old-fashioned amusement park attached. Visitors can observe animals like lions up close, and most of the rides are also available at low cost, making it popular with families with young children. It's a handy spot to visit for some active playtime and a break before the main festival.

Tips

Admission to the zoo is free, but the amusement park rides each require a separate fee. In summer, be sure to use the rest areas where you can stay hydrated.