[Tokyo] Too standard to pass! ? Zoos and botanical gardens in Tokyo that you want to visit now

There are many sightseeing spots in Tokyo, and I think many people plan to visit various places on the weekend. Zoos and botanical gardens are recommended for such people. It may seem a little boring, but the zoos and botanical gardens in Tokyo are full of things to see!

Tama Zoological Park (Hino City)

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It has a history of opening as a branch of Ueno Park, which is famous for pandas, but it is now an independent zoo. It is located in Hino City, a suburban area of ​​Tokyo, and boasts a vast site area. The park is unique in that it is divided into Africa, Australia, and Asia, based on the continents where the animals live. In addition to animals, there is also an insect garden, which is divided into two parts: the main building and the insect ecology garden. In particular, the Sky Walk, which is the centerpiece of the Asian Garden, is known as a popular corner where orangutans can cross a 150-meter rope.

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Edogawa Ward Natural Zoo (Edogawa Ward)

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If you want to relax and interact with various animals, we recommend the Edogawa Natural Zoo! There is a petting corner in the park, with rabbits, guinea pigs, sheep, and more. You can even put the rabbit on your lap, so it's attractive for people who want to get up close and personal with animals. However, the Fureai Corner has limited hours of operation and may be canceled depending on the weather, so we recommend checking before heading out.

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Itabashi Tropical Environmental Plant Museum (Itabashi Ward)

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Itabashi Tropical Environmental Plant Museum is a place where you can experience the tropical rainforest environment of Southeast Asia without leaving Tokyo. You can enjoy a wide variety of plants in the greenhouse, which is divided into three zones: intertidal vegetation, tropical lowland forest, and village landscape. There is also a mini-aquarium exhibiting mainly creatures that live in Southeast Asia, where you can enjoy up close creatures that are difficult to observe normally. Every Saturday, there is an ``Aquarium Food Time'' where you can learn about how the aquarium's creatures eat, and every Sunday there is a ``Guided Tour of the Aquarium'' where you can learn about the tropical plants inside the aquarium. In addition, at the attached ``Café Room Claire'', you can enjoy Malaysian cuisine such as ``Nasi Goreng'' with plenty of toppings and ``Curry Puff'' with a delicious crunchy texture and spicy flavor. I can.

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This time, we introduced zoos and botanical gardens in Tokyo that you should visit now. Even if you don't usually go to zoos or botanical gardens, why not take this opportunity to visit?