【Wanwan Zoo】A Place Where Time Spent with Dogs Becomes Your Best Travel Memory
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The park offers a wide range of experiences to suit different ways of spending the day, including a large-dog interaction area, a small-dog corner popular with children, and a rental dog-walking program that lets you stroll around the grounds with a dog. Knowledgeable staff are always nearby, so even first-time visitors and families with small children can relax and enjoy the experience.
The grounds also include Wanwan Cafe, with areas where guests can enter together with their own dogs. It is a pleasant place to take a break and linger over the memories of meeting the dogs in the park.
At Wanwan Zoo, the time you spend with dogs becomes a reason to travel in itself. This popular animal theme park offers a warm and memorable experience built around the joy of being with dogs.
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Children: ¥640 (ages 4 and up)
Dogs: Free
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Feel the Power of Large Dogs and the Warmth of Small Dogs in One Visit

At Wanwan Zoo, one of the most popular experiences is the chance to interact closely with both large and small dogs, each with its own special appeal.
In the large-dog area, more than ten big dogs gather, including Great Danes, Great Pyrenees, Old English Sheepdogs, and Salukis. Visitors can interact with them up close, enjoy special feeding-style experiences, and take photos. It is a rare opportunity to feel both their impressive presence and gentle personalities at close range. Despite their size, many are calm and friendly, and the way they quietly stay beside you creates a special moment that eases the heart.

Meanwhile, the small-dog interaction corner lets you spend a relaxed time with adorable dogs such as Toy Poodles and Chihuahuas. You can give them treats, hold them, and capture their expressive gestures in photos, enjoying the close, gentle charm that only small dogs can offer. It is easy for first-time visitors and small children to join in, making this a soothing space where smiles come naturally.
The reassuring presence of large dogs and the sweet charm of small dogs can both be experienced here. Spend a special time at Wanwan Zoo discovering new sides of dogs.
Run, Play, and Stretch Out: A Dog Run Where Your Dog Can Feel Free

The dog run at Wanwan Zoo is a popular spot where your own dog can run and play to its heart’s content. In addition to a spacious field open to all breeds, there is also a dedicated area for small dogs weighing 5 kg or less. The environment is designed so dogs can enjoy themselves safely according to their size and personality.
On the open grassy grounds, dogs can be let off the leash and move around freely. Large and small dogs alike can run at their own pace, sniff around, or simply relax in the fresh air. The sense of freedom here brings out lively expressions that owners do not always get to see in everyday life.
For safety, dogs using the dog run must meet the following conditions.
– Vaccinations must be up to date.
– The dog must be registered.
– The dog must wear its license tag and rabies vaccination certificate tag.
You can watch your dog race across the field, move around together, or rest in the shade. However you spend the time, the happiness on your dog’s face comes through clearly. It is a special dog run where you can step away from the bustle of the city and enjoy an open, relaxing moment with your dog.
Walking with a Dog Softens Both the Scenery and the Heart

One of Wanwan Zoo’s signature activities is the rental dog-walking program, which lets you stroll around the park with a dog.
Choose a dog you like, hold the leash, and take a gentle walk through the grounds. The experience feels almost as if you are walking your own dog, giving the visit a warm and personal touch.
The breeds available for walks vary by season and day, from energetic dogs to calmer companions. Staff members explain how to walk safely and what to keep in mind, so even first-time participants can feel at ease.
As you walk, you may notice the dog’s expression changing or its ears turning toward something interesting. It can feel as though you are enjoying the scenery together. Photos are also allowed, making the experience perfect for creating travel memories.
This popular program lets you experience dogs in a natural, relaxed way and brings you closer to them through a heartwarming shared moment.
Every Step Brings Excitement: Explore a Park Filled with the World of Dogs

Another appeal of Wanwan Zoo is that simply walking through the park leads to new discoveries. Spots inspired by the world of dogs are scattered throughout the grounds, so there is plenty to enjoy between interaction experiences.
Photo spots are especially popular with visitors who love taking pictures. Colorful backdrops and face-in-hole panels around the park make it fun to photograph your own dog or the dogs that live at Wanwan Zoo. Another place worth visiting is Wanwan Shrine, where Pochanwan, a messenger of the dog deity, is enshrined. Visitors can pray for their dog’s health and long life, and there is even a charming legend that touching the heart-shaped mark on Pochanwan’s back together with someone special may help love come true.


At Wanwan Theater in the center of the park, dog shows, dog races, and other events are held, creating programs that naturally bring smiles to visitors of all ages. For souvenirs, stop by the gift corner, where you will find stuffed dogs, toys, games, and many other dog-themed items.
When you need a break, Wanwan Cafe is a comfortable place to rest. Its signature Wan Burger comes in four styles, with the Chihuahua girl version especially popular. Made with double beef, homemade tomato sauce, and double cheese, it is a satisfying meal. For dessert, the dog-shaped ice cream is also recommended, with flavors inspired by Chihuahua vanilla, Dachshund chocolate, Toy Poodle strawberry, and Shiba Inu mango.
With every step through the park, the world of dogs opens up and memories naturally grow. Wanwan Zoo is a special interactive spot filled with that kind of joy.
AICHI
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