Nogeyama Zoo Zoo
Free-admission zoo in Yokohama with varied species
Nogeyama Zoo in Yokohama offers free admission, small animal enclosures, a children's area and park viewpoints - a convenient city stop for families.
Nogeyama Zoo at a Glance#
Address: Nogeyama Park area, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture
Hours: Daily 9:30am-4:30pm (check local notices for closures)
Admission: Free
About Nogeyama Zoo#
Nogeyama Zoo is a municipal zoo in Yokohama’s Naka Ward located within Nogeyama Park, established as a city facility in the postwar period.
The zoo opened as a city-run facility after World War II and has been maintained by Yokohama municipal authorities since then, evolving its enclosures and public programs.
Sited on Nogeyama hill in central Yokohama, the zoo is within walking distance of central neighbourhoods and overlooks the port area.
- Admission: Operated by Yokohama city and known for having no admission fee, making it a frequent choice for families and local visitors.
What to See#
- Nogeyama Park viewpoint: A hillside green space adjacent to the zoo that provides panoramic views over Yokohama’s port and the Minato Mirai skyline, commonly used by visitors after seeing the animal enclosures.
How to Get to Nogeyama Zoo#
A short walk from JR Kannai or Sakuragicho stations in Yokohama. Local buses and taxis also serve the Nogeyama Park area.
Tips for Visiting Nogeyama Zoo#
- Visit in the morning to see animals active before midday heat and school visits.
- Combine the zoo with nearby Yamate and Chinatown walking routes in Yokohama for a fuller day.
Best Time to Visit Nogeyama Zoo#
Nogeyama Zoo is a compact, city-run zoo best enjoyed on cooler days and mornings; it draws families most weekends.
Weather & Climate near Nogeyama Zoo#
Nogeyama Zoo's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1650 mm/year), wettest in September.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 1° - 10° | 2° | 55 mm | some cloud | 77% | 4.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Good | 2° - 10° | 3° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 6° | 124 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 10° - 19° | 14° | 138 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.7 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.0h |
| May | Very Good | 14° - 23° | 19° | 154 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.9h |
| June | Good | 18° - 25° | 22° | 210 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.4h |
| July | Good | 22° - 29° | 25° | 161 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.1h |
| August | Very Good | 23° - 31° | 27° | 171 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.3h |
| September | Good | 20° - 27° | 23° | 215 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 14° - 22° | 18° | 195 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.2h |
| November | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.2h |
| December | Good | 4° - 13° | 6° | 51 mm | some cloud | 79% | 4.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
