Meet life-size dinosaurs!? Recommended for families with children: Izu Granpal Park's Dinosaur Area
Izu Granpal Park in Izu Kogen is packed with attractions that families can enjoy, including a 400m round-trip zip line and free play equipment for kids. In this article, we'll introduce you to the recommended "Dinosaur Area" in detail!
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Table of Contents
- What is Izu Granpal Park?
- How to get to Izu Granpal Park
- Izu Granpal Park "Dinosaur Area"
- GIFT SHOP Clipper
- There are also limited-time illuminations at night.
- Create family memories at Izu Granpal Park!
What is Izu Granpal Park?

Izu Granpal Park is an amusement park located along the national highway in Futo, Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture.
With the much talked about zip line, roller sliders that are popular with children, and a 3D maze that even adults will find difficult, everyone from children to adults can enjoy themselves all day long. The "Dinosaur Area" where children can meet life-size dinosaurs is especially popular.
It's so impressive that even adults will be overwhelmed by its size! We'll introduce the "Dinosaur Area" in more detail later.
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How to get to Izu Granpal Park
For those coming by train
●From Tokyo
Tokaido Shinkansen and Tokaido Main Line
Take the Ito Line from JR Atami Station to Ito Station
Approximately 30 minutes by Tokai Bus from Ito Station, or approximately 20 minutes by taxi
●From Shimoda
Take the Izu Kyuko Line to Izukogen Station
Approximately 20 minutes by Tokai Bus from Izukogen Station, or approximately 10 minutes by taxi
For those coming by car
Approximately 85 km from the Atsugi Interchange on the Tomei Expressway (take the Odawara-Atsugi Road to the Odawara-Nishi Interchange and then take National Route 135)
Approximately 55 km from the Numazu IC or Nagaizumi-Numazu IC on the Tomei Expressway (via the Izu Jukan Expressway, Izu Chuo Expressway, and Shuzenji Road)
Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes from Gotemba IC on the Tomei Expressway (via the Hakone Ashinoko Skyline, Izu Skyline, and Tokasayama Road)
Izu Granpal Park "Dinosaur Area"
In the dinosaur area, there is the "Dino Age Kart," where you can race through the area where dinosaurs live in a go-kart, and the "Dino Age Walk," where you can experience the ancient world through a leisurely stroll.
At both, you can experience a time-travel experience while being awed by the life-size dinosaurs.
Dino Age Kart

Price: 600 yen per unit
Time: 1 lap, approximately 3 minutes
Eligibility: Drivers must be 135cm or taller, and children must be accompanied by a guardian.
Small and medium-sized dogs available
Dino Age Walk

Price: Free
Eligibility: Infants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
GIFT SHOP Clipper

At the exit, there is a "GIFT SHOP Clipper" with a wide selection of items, from original goods to classic Izu souvenirs.
We have a wide selection of dinosaur goods, and we would like to introduce some of our most popular items.
*Please note that some items may be out of stock.
1. Izu Granpal Park: Dinosaurs galore

We have created printed cookies featuring the dinosaurs that live in Izu Granpal Park!
The inside of the book-shaped box has an explanation of the dinosaurs! It's a fun way to learn about dinosaurs and is sure to spark conversation!
*Some dinosaurs no longer live here.
Contents: 20 pieces ¥870
2. Dinosaur Beer Mug Magnet / Beer Bottle Magnet

A unique product that combines dinosaurs and beer, never before seen!
This is an original Izu Granpal Park design that you can only get here!
1 ticket ¥330
3. Dinosaur face towel

This cute and pop sports towel is exclusive to Izu Granpal Park.
It feels nice to the touch and is highly absorbent, making it suitable for a variety of uses, including leisure activities and everyday use.
1 ticket ¥1450
There are also limited-time illuminations at night.

The Izu Kogen Gran Illumination, a limited-time night illumination event held at Izu Granpal Park, will also light up the dinosaur area!
The dinosaurs illuminated in the dark have a completely different atmosphere than during the day!
Create family memories at Izu Granpal Park!

Surrounded by the nature of Izu Highlands, Izu Granpal Park is a perfect spot for a family holiday, where both children and adults can have fun to their heart's content. Use this article as a reference and make sure you enjoy your trip to Izu to the fullest!
For information about the surrounding facilities, please check the article below ↓↓↓
Based in Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture, the Izu Shaboten Zoo Group operates a variety of leisure facilities, including zoos, theme parks, and glamping facilities. The main facilities they operate include Izu Shaboten Zoo, where about 1,500 species of cacti and about 140 species of animals coexist, Izu Granpal Park, which is full of activities, and Izu Kogen Gran Illumination, which features beautiful nighttime illuminations. They also operate the New York Lamp Museum & Flower Garden, which exhibits Tiffany lamps, and Izu Kogen Travel Station Granpal Port, which offers souvenirs exclusive to Izu. In addition, they have opened the indoor petting zoo AniTouch in Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Shizuoka, Gunma, and other locations, where visitors can experience close contact and interaction with animals. Through these, they are leisure facilities that continue to provide visitors with diverse experiences and healing.
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