Can I still visit the lion enclosure featured in Kemono Friends at Tobu Zoo?

Yes, Tobu Zoo remains open and the lion area can be visited with park admission, though animal viewing conditions may vary by time, weather, and operational changes. Check the official Tobu Zoo website on the day of your visit for the latest access information.

Is photography allowed around the lion enclosure for anime pilgrimage shots?

Personal photography is generally allowed inside Tobu Zoo, but flash, drones, tripods in busy areas, or anything that disturbs animals or guests may be restricted. Follow posted rules and staff guidance near the enclosure.

Are there Kemono Friends references or collaboration remnants at Tobu Zoo today?

The major collaboration period was years ago, so permanent themed displays are not guaranteed now. Even so, the location is still well known among fans, and the enclosure itself remains recognizable as a real-life model for the anime.

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Kemono Friends

Tokyo

Episode

Ep. 6

Time

12m 45s

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36.0225, 139.7096

kemono friends pride of lion zoo enclosure

Nearest Station: Tobu Dobutsu Koen Station (Tobu Skytree Line / Tobu Nikko Line)
Walk: about 10–15 minutes on foot to Tobu Zoo entrance, then additional walking inside the park
Best time to visit: Late morning to early afternoon on a clear day, especially in spring or autumn
Crowd level: Moderate

Kaban and Serval face Lion in front of the lion enclosure, recreating a calm and playful meeting scene from Kemono Friends.
This scene appears when Kaban and Serval arrive at Lion’s area and share a light, playful interaction with her. Lion carries herself with the confidence and relaxed attitude expected of the king of beasts, while Kaban carefully observes her and tries to understand her personality, and Serval joins in with her usual curious energy. In the flow of the episode, this is a calmer moment that helps build Kaban’s understanding of Japari Park through each new Friend she meets, while also naturally bringing the characters closer together through conversation and small gestures. The real-life counterpart is the lion enclosure at Tobu Zoo, and the anime clearly references the viewing area and fence layout, especially the relationship between the foreground railing, the walkway, and the enclosure opening. Although the series simplifies the colors and background to better fit the world of Japari Park and tones down some of the more obvious zoo-like details, the overall structure remains easy to recognize. On site, signs, information boards, and safety notices are more prominent than in the anime, and the plants and surrounding maintenance can vary by season and park updates, but comparing the scene with real photos or map services still makes it clear that this was one of the location models for the series.

Can I still visit the lion enclosure featured in Kemono Friends at Tobu Zoo?: Yes, Tobu Zoo remains open and the lion area can be visited with park admission, though animal viewing conditions may vary by time, weather, and operational changes. Check the official Tobu Zoo website on the day of your visit for the latest access information.
Is photography allowed around the lion enclosure for anime pilgrimage shots?: Personal photography is generally allowed inside Tobu Zoo, but flash, drones, tripods in busy areas, or anything that disturbs animals or guests may be restricted. Follow posted rules and staff guidance near the enclosure.
Are there Kemono Friends references or collaboration remnants at Tobu Zoo today?: The major collaboration period was years ago, so permanent themed displays are not guaranteed now. Even so, the location is still well known among fans, and the enclosure itself remains recognizable as a real-life model for the anime.