Himeji Central Park
Adres
็ฒๅฑฑ3426 Umamicho Otsu, Himeji, Hyogo 671-2222, Japan
Land
japan
Openingstijden
Open daily (some seasonal closures); 10:00โ17:00 (extended in summer)
Populariteit
**๐ฆ Japan's Safari + Theme Park Hybrid | Near Himeji Castle** - **Drive-through safari** โ One of Japan's few parks where you encounter lions and giraffes by car - **Amusement park + safari + water park** all in one venue - **Near Himeji Castle** โ Japan's finest surviving feudal castle just 20 minutes away - **Beloved Kansai family destination** for wildlife encounters and rides - **Summer water park** adds an extra dimension during the hot months
Japan's Only Theme Park with a Drive-Through Safari
Himeji Central Park is a unique dual-concept park in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture, that combines a traditional amusement park with one of Japan's few drive-through safari experiences. Set near the famous Himeji Castle (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), the park offers an exciting day out for wildlife lovers and thrill seekers alike.
๐ฆ Safari Park
The safari zone is the park's star attraction:
- Drive-through safari โ Board a special safari bus or drive your own car through enclosures with free-roaming animals
- Lions and tigers roaming in spacious natural enclosures
- Giraffes, zebras, and elephants in African-themed zones
- Bears and wolves in dedicated habitat areas
- Animal feeding experiences at designated stations
- Safari zone tour buses for those without their own vehicle
๐ข Amusement Park (Pleasureland)
The attached amusement park offers traditional rides:
- Roller coasters including family and thrill variants
- Ferris wheel with views over the Harima plain toward Himeji Castle
- Log flume and water rides for summer cooling
- Kids' zone with age-appropriate rides and attractions
- Horror house and seasonal special events
๐ Summer Water Park
- Swimming pools and water slides open during summer months
- Wave pool for beach-style swimming experience
- Toddler pool areas for younger children
๐ Why Visit
- One of Japan's only safari parks with drive-through animal encounters
- Lions, tigers, and giraffes in surprisingly naturalistic settings
- Himeji Castle nearby โ UNESCO World Heritage Site just 20 minutes away
- All-in-one park combining wildlife, rides, and water attractions
- Family favourite in the Kansai and Chugoku regions