The facility is officially categorized as a 'Children's Zoo' (Chibikko Dobutsuen) under the jurisdiction of the Yokohama Greenery Foundation.
The zoo is situated inside Makigahara Park, which encompasses approximately 1.7 hectares of land.
Interactive sessions are designed specifically to teach children proper handling and gentle interaction with small animals.
Makigahara Chibikko Zoo is a specialized petting zoo located within the broader Makigahara Park in the Asahi Ward of Yokohama. The facility focuses on direct interaction between children and small, docile domestic animals. It houses species such as guinea pigs, mice, and chickens, providing a supervised environment for educational wildlife contact. The zoo is managed by the Yokohama Greenery Foundation and functions as a community-centered outdoor space. Visitors can participate in scheduled animal handling sessions that allow for close-up observation and tactile engagement. The park surroundings include playground facilities and green space that complement the animal exhibits. It serves primarily as a local destination for families rather than a large-scale zoological institution.
The small circular enclosure area where the children sit for the supervised petting sessions.
Check the daily program schedule upon arrival, as interaction times for specific animals are rotated throughout the day.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes as you will be walking across the park's outdoor paths.
Bring hand sanitizer, though hand-washing stations are provided near the animal enclosures.
Do not attempt to feed the animals with food brought from outside the park, as this is strictly prohibited.
Closed on Mondays and during the New Year's holiday period; if Monday is a national holiday, the zoo is closed the following day.
Wash your hands thoroughly before and after interacting with animals; follow staff instructions regarding handling techniques to ensure animal safety.
