- Wild monkeys, ocean views, and a short monorail ride — perfect for families
- 🧭 Introduction
- 🐒 Why Families Love Takasakiyama
- 🎡 Monorail Ride
- 👶 Safety Tips for Kids
- 🐒 Monkey Behavior (Realistic Tips)
- 🎤 Guided Explanations (Highly Recommended)
- 🚶 Access from Oita Station
- ⏱ Time Required
- 💴 Admission Fees (as of Nov 15, 2025)
- 🎉 Annual Free Admission Day
- 📸 Photo Tips
- 🧺 What to Bring
- 🔗 Nearby Spots
- 📝 Summary
Wild monkeys, ocean views, and a short monorail ride — perfect for families
Takasakiyama Monkey Park Oita family guide with kids and wild monkeys
🧭 Introduction
Takasakiyama Monkey Park is one of Oita’s most kid-friendly outdoor spots — quick to visit, stroller-aware at the entrance, and unforgettable for children. You can reach the monkey area by monorail, making the trip easy even with toddlers.
🐒 Why Families Love Takasakiyama
- See wild macaques extremely close — no cages
- Staff members are always present for safety
- Short stay: 30–60 minutes is enough
- Monorail ride takes you up to the monkey area
- Umitamago Aquarium is a 3-minute walk — perfect combo
- Beautiful mountain & ocean scenery for photos
🎡 Monorail Ride
The monorail takes about 3 minutes from the entrance to the monkey area. This is the easiest way to go up the slope — especially if you’re carrying a toddler.
On sunny days, the ocean view from the monorail is stunning.
👶 Safety Tips for Kids
1. Don’t touch / Don’t stare at the monkeys
Direct eye contact can be seen as a challenge.
2. Hide snacks and drinks
Keep food inside your bag — monkeys are curious.
3. Strollers
- Allowed at the entrance area
- Monorail is stroller-friendly
- The monkey zone has slopes → baby carrier recommended
4. Rainy days
Light rain is fine. The park is often less crowded and peaceful.
🐒 Monkey Behavior (Realistic Tips)
- Feedings gather monkeys, but they are wild — sometimes fewer appear
- Mornings are most active
- Afternoons are calmer
🎤 Guided Explanations (Highly Recommended)
If possible, listen to the staff’s explanations. They share fun stories like:
- Many monkeys have “Type B” personalities (a local joke)
- The oldest monkey of the troop
- How each troop has its own traits
- Names and backgrounds of popular monkeys
It makes the visit much richer — though explanations are mainly in Japanese.
🚶 Access from Oita Station
- Bus: 20 minutes (stop: “Takasakiyama / Umitamago”)
- Car: 15 minutes (shared parking with Umitamago)
⏱ Time Required
30–60 minutes
💴 Admission Fees (as of Nov 15, 2025)
Park Admission
- Adults: 500 yen
- High school students (and equivalent): 250 yen
- Children under elementary school age: Free
＊Check the official website for detailed conditions of “high school student, etc.”
Monorail
- Adults: 160 yen
- High school students (and equivalent): 80 yen
- Children under elementary school age: Free
Parking
- 420 yen (shared with Umitamago)
🎉 Annual Free Admission Day
Every year on the third Saturday of November, admission is free for everyone. Parking and monorail are charged separately.
Special events are held on this day — kids can receive original Takasakiyama goods.
📸 Photo Tips
- Kids’ back view + monkeys = safe & photogenic
- Include the mountain + ocean + monkeys for the best shot
- Monorail scenes are great for Instagram
🧺 What to Bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Baby carrier (for toddlers)
- Towel & wet wipes
- Drinks (keep them inside your bag)
🔗 Nearby Spots
- Umitamago Aquarium (3-minute walk)
- Beppu Onsen (10–15 minutes by car)
※Information is based on Nov 15, 2025. Please check the official website for the latest updates.
📝 Summary
A short and easy family outing where kids can meet wild monkeys up close — with a fun monorail ride and beautiful coastal scenery. Pair it with Umitamago for a perfect family day in Oita.
