The park was designed to model the landscape and architectural style of the Harz region in Germany.
It is a popular location for the seasonal blooming of over 100,000 tulips during the spring months.
The onsite brewery produces craft beer based on traditional German methods.
The park provides large enclosures specifically designed for capybara observation.
It features a 'dog run' area specifically for visitors traveling with pets.
Okayama Forest Park, officially known as Doitsunomori, is a sprawling agricultural theme park designed to replicate the atmosphere of a rural German village. The facility centers on animal interaction, featuring a petting zoo where visitors can feed capybaras, sheep, and ponies. It includes a variety of production workshops where guests can participate in hands-on activities like sausage-making and bread-baking. Seasonal flower fields provide a changing backdrop, most notably tulips in spring and sunflowers in summer. The park grounds span a large area with paved walking paths connecting various petting areas, garden zones, and German-style architecture. A pedal boat area allows for water-based recreation on the park's central pond. The park functions as an educational facility focusing on the relationship between animals, nature, and food production. On-site facilities include restaurants serving German-style sausages and local agricultural products.
The central pond area with the German-style windmill in the background.
Check the workshop schedule upon arrival as spots for sausage and bread-making fill up early.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes as the park covers a large, hilly terrain.
Bring sun protection and hydration, as much of the park consists of open-air fields with limited shade.
Do not expect a high-intensity amusement park with thrill rides; the focus is on nature and relaxation.
Typically closed on Thursdays; hours may vary seasonally.
Maintain a quiet distance from animals in the petting zoo; do not feed animals food brought from outside.
