Alpaca Petting Experience in Tokyo Alpaca Petting Park

Tokyo has plenty of temples, shops, and train stations, but Kagurazaka also has a small animal park where you can get close to alpacas. At Alpaca Petting Park, you enter the enclosure to pet, feed, and photograph these gentle, woolly animals, with rabbits and chinchillas on hand too.

I like two things in particular: you get direct contact with the animals, rather than just looking through a barrier, and you can fit the visit into a short break between other Tokyo plans. English-speaking staff are included, which helps if you have questions while you’re there.

One consideration: the standard visit lasts only 30 minutes, and a late arrival cuts into that time without a refund. If you want a slower visit, book the one-hour option and arrive early.

At a glance

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• Meet alpacas in central Tokyo: The park is in Kagurazaka, with Ushigome-Kagurazaka Station just a one-minute walk away.
• Step inside the enclosure: You can pet, feed, and take photos with the alpacas.
• Say hello to smaller animals: Rabbits and chinchillas are also part of the visit.
• Pick your pace: Visits are available for 30 minutes or one hour.
• Pay less on weekdays: The 30-minute plan starts at US$9.45 on weekdays and US$10.75 on weekends and public holidays.
• Go without a tour group: There is no guide meeting you. You make your own way to the park for the time you booked.

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An animal encounter in Kagurazaka

Alpaca Petting Park is a small, focused activity rather than a full-day attraction. Its appeal is simple: you get to spend time close to alpacas in Tokyo, in a setting designed for interaction. That makes it a good change of pace if your trip has been heavy on city walking and indoor sights.

The park describes itself as the only place in Tokyo where you can interact with alpacas. The experience is built around entering the fenced area, where you can pet, feed, and photograph them. This is not a wildlife outing or a farm visit, so come for a close encounter in a managed city setting, not an expansive rural landscape.

The alpacas are the main attraction, but the rabbits and chinchillas add variety. If you are visiting with a child who likes animals, the smaller residents may be just as memorable. One account of a visit describes meeting two alpacas, a chinchilla, and rabbits, though the animals available to interact with can depend on the visit.

English-speaking staff are included. No staff members are named, and this is not a guided tour with a group leader. You arrive at the venue for your chosen time and take part there, with staff present to support the experience.

What happens during your visit

The schedule is refreshingly simple. You make your own way to Alpaca Petting Park, arrive five minutes before your booked start time, and spend either 30 minutes or one hour at the attraction. The visit ends at the same location.

Once inside, you can interact with the alpacas by petting, feeding, and taking photos with them. The basic plan gives you enough time for a brief encounter, especially if your priority is to see the animals and get a few pictures. The one-hour plan offers more room to slow down and spend longer with them.

That extra time may matter if you are visiting with children or want a more relaxed pace. There is no detailed activity schedule, so I would not expect a timed program with set stages. Think of it as a block of time in the animal enclosure, with the chance to enjoy the alpacas and also meet rabbits and chinchillas.

The experience is deliberately short. That is a plus if you want an unusual stop without giving up half a day, but 30 minutes can feel brief if your group needs time to settle in, take photos, and interact with more than one kind of animal. If the price difference fits your budget, the one-hour option buys breathing room, not a different activity.

Choosing between 30 minutes and one hour

The 30-minute weekday plan starts at US$9.45. On weekends and public holidays, it starts at US$10.75. The one-hour plan starts at US$18.95 on weekdays and US$21.45 on weekends and public holidays. These are starting prices, so check the rate for your selected date before booking.

For a quick introduction, the 30-minute plan is the sensible choice. It is also the least expensive way to meet alpacas in Tokyo, and the short duration makes it easy to fit around other plans. If you are mainly curious about the animals and are happy with a compact visit, you may not need more time.

The one-hour plan costs more, but it gives you twice as long in the activity. That can be worthwhile for families, animal fans, or anyone who prefers not to watch the clock. The extra half hour also gives you more opportunity to spend time with the smaller animals if they are available during your visit.

The price is best judged against the kind of outing you want. This is not a broad attraction with several exhibits or a long program. You are paying for close access to animals in a convenient Tokyo location. For a brief, unusual break, the weekday 30-minute option offers the strongest value. For a relaxed animal visit, the longer plan makes more sense.

Getting to the park

Alpaca Petting Park is at 1-5-ya Building 101, 19 Iwatocho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-0832. The Japanese address is 〒162-0832 東京都新宿区岩戸町１９ 一五屋ビル 101. The venue is in Kagurazaka, a handy part of the city for an activity that does not require a day trip.

The closest listed station is Ushigome-Kagurazaka, on the Toei Oedo Line. From Exit A3, the park is a one-minute walk. Kagurazaka Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line is about five minutes away from Exit 1a or 1b. Iidabashi Station, served by JR and Tokyo Metro, is about seven minutes away from Exit B3.

There is no guide or group meeting point. You must make your own way to the venue and arrive five minutes before your selected start time. The booking time matters: late arrivals may still be admitted, but the activity will end at its scheduled time and there is no refund for the lost minutes.

Available start times run from 10:00 in the morning through 17:30, with a midday gap between 12:00 and 13:30. The exact return time depends on the plan and start time you choose. Since the visit ends at the park, you are free to continue exploring Kagurazaka or head elsewhere afterward.

Who will enjoy this most

This visit is a natural fit for families with children who enjoy animals. Children aged 0 to 3 can enter free, and the chance to meet alpacas alongside rabbits and chinchillas gives the short visit a few points of interest. For families, the one-hour plan may be worth considering if you want to avoid rushing.

It also suits adults who want a light, unusual activity between more traditional Tokyo sights. The appeal is close contact with friendly animals, not a lesson or a long tour. If you enjoy taking photos, the enclosure gives you a chance to photograph the alpacas at close range.

Animal lovers should keep expectations grounded. You can interact with the animals, but the provided details do not promise a particular number of alpacas or a fixed sequence of encounters. Animal health can also affect the activity. If the alpacas’ health changes suddenly and the interaction must be canceled, the admission fee is refunded, but transport and other related costs are not covered.

This is less suitable if you want a full afternoon of activities, a guided tour, or a guaranteed long session at a low price. The 30-minute option is a compact visit, and even the one-hour plan stays focused on animal interaction. For a busy Tokyo itinerary, that focus is a strength. For a major animal attraction, you may want something larger.

Booking and timing tips

Choose your start time carefully. Options include 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 16:00, 16:30, 17:00, and 17:30. Which end times are offered depends on the start time and the length of your plan, so confirm the time shown for your booking and stick to it.

Arrive five minutes early rather than planning to reach the door at the last second. The venue is close to several stations, but Tokyo station exits can take time to navigate, especially if you are unfamiliar with the area. A little margin protects the short visit you have paid for.

The voucher is valid only on the date booked, and on the specified time if one is shown. You receive confirmation within minutes; if it does not arrive, contact customer support. You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the activity date, using local destination time.

The schedule may change because of traffic or weather. More important for this particular activity, the alpacas’ health can affect whether an interaction goes ahead. If the park has to cancel for that reason, the admission fee is refunded, but you should not count on reimbursement for your trip to the venue.

Should you book Alpaca Petting Park?

Book it if you want a short, unusual animal encounter without leaving Tokyo. The chance to enter an enclosure, pet and feed alpacas, and also meet rabbits and chinchillas makes this more hands-on than a quick look from behind a fence. English-speaking staff and nearby stations make the visit straightforward to plan.

For most people, I would choose the 30-minute weekday plan if the goal is simply to meet the alpacas at a good price. Families or devoted animal fans may prefer the one-hour option, which gives the visit more room to breathe. Arrive on time, choose the duration that suits your pace, and treat it as a compact stop rather than a major attraction.

FAQ

Where is Alpaca Petting Park?

It is at 1-5-ya Building 101, 19 Iwatocho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-0832, Japan, in the Kagurazaka area.

How do I get to the park by train?

Ushigome-Kagurazaka Station on the Toei Oedo Line is a one-minute walk away from Exit A3. Kagurazaka Station is about five minutes away, and Iidabashi Station is about seven minutes away.

How long does the activity last?

You can book either a 30-minute plan or a one-hour plan.

What is included in the visit?

Admission is included, along with access to English-speaking staff.

Can I feed and pet the alpacas?

Yes. You can enter the fenced area to pet, feed, and take photos with the alpacas.

Are there other animals at the park?

Yes. Rabbits and chinchillas are also available to meet and touch.

How much does the 30-minute plan cost?

The listed starting price is US$9.45 on weekdays and US$10.75 on weekends and public holidays. Prices may vary by date.

Do children aged 0 to 3 need a ticket?

Admission is free for children aged 0 to 3.

What happens if I arrive late?

You may still enter and take part for the remaining time, but there is no refund for the shortened visit.

What happens if the alpaca interaction is canceled because of an animal health issue?

The admission fee is refunded. Transportation and other related expenses are not covered.