Yumemigasaki Zoological Park

What it is

• A municipal zoological park situated near the summit of Mount Kase
• The site name originates from a local legend involving Ota Dokan
• Managed by the Kawasaki City Construction and Greenery Policy Bureau
• Admission to the facility is free for all visitors

What to see

• Small animal exhibits featuring red pandas and lemurs
• The Kasedai Burial Mound Group located within the park grounds
• A memorial tower for the war dead on the east side
• Extensive cherry blossom trees that bloom across the hilltop

When to go

• Open daily from 9:00 to 16:00
• Visit during spring for the popular cherry blossom viewing season

Getting there

• A 15-minute walk from Shin-Kawasaki Station

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.