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Asahiyama Zoo's "behavioral exhibits" are exhibits that communicate the "greatness, beauty, and dignity of animals." The greatest attraction of these exhibits is that visitors can enjoy watching animals move, swim, fly, and hunt in their natural state in an environment that is as close to nature as possible, and experience a sense of realism and dynamism that cannot be experienced anywhere else.

Recommended point: Polar bears

They are famous for jumping into the pool, but that's because it's hot. Winter is their active season! Their big white bodies look cool against the white snowy scenery! A female polar bear baby was born in December 2021 and became very popular! You can see her adorable appearance and running around energetically at the Polar Bear House.

Recommended points [Guide to understanding]

The staff who watch over the animals every day will explain the animals' characteristic behaviors. The explanations, using specimens and photographs that are rarely seen on a regular basis, are easy to understand, and there are many surprises and new discoveries to be made.

Recommended points [Information board]

There are information boards here and there in the zoo, handmade by the zookeepers. They are really cute, and I always wonder how many kinds there are. Looking at them from a different perspective, you can see the love that the zookeepers have.

*Please note that this tour does not include the opportunity to see the penguins walking.

This is a spectacular cruise ship that pushes through the drift ice with the two large screws attached to the bow. Even from on board, you can hear the sound of the ice breaking and the vibrations, and the crushed drift ice floats up from the side of the ship, making for a thrilling cruise. Another attraction is being able to see the drift ice up close. A typical winter sight in Hokkaido! Come experience the mystical and moving drift ice!

The power of sailing through the mysterious drift ice that washes ashore in the northernmost sea of Japan, Okhotsk, is simply overwhelming. Forget the cold and time and enjoy an unknown experience that will leave you in awe! If you're lucky, you might see flocks of birds such as Steller's sea eagles, white-tailed eagles, and black-backed gulls resting on the drift ice, or cute seals peeking out from between the drift ice. Enjoy a sunset cruise where you can see the drift ice dyed orange.

■About drift ice conditions and replacements and refunds in the event of the Garinko cancellation■

Please note that you may not be able to view the drift ice depending on the weather and docking conditions.

1) If the drift ice icebreaker is cancelled due to weather, etc.

We will refund 3,000 yen for adults and 2,000 yen for children. As an alternative, we will stop by the Okhotsk Drift Ice Science Center "Giza".

2) If you are unable to travel to Monbetsu due to road conditions

・・Adult 3,000 yen / Child 2,000 yen refund, instead stop by the Sounkyo Ice Waterfall Festival. (Sounkyo Ice Waterfall Festival admission fee included)

What is the drift ice icebreaker Garinko-go III IMERU, one of Hokkaido's heritage sites? A tourist ship with a total tonnage of 370 tons and a capacity of 235 people, designed for drift ice sightseeing. It has air-conditioned and heated rooms, vending machines and a shop, so you can enjoy drift ice cruising in comfort.

Highlights of Asahiyama Zoo! A zoo where you can see the lively animals up close. Asahiyama Zoo holds a variety of events that allow you to get closer to the animals. With ideas and ingenuity sprinkled throughout, it is a zoo that can be enjoyed by both children and adults.