Touch Baby White Tigers at Izu Animal Kingdom: A Healing Izu Getaway with Itoen Hotel Atagawa

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Have you heard the news that two baby white tigers, nicknamed “Baby Tigers,” are finally going on public display at Izu Animal Kingdom??

This time, we’re bringing you an in-depth look at the hottest tiger news (according to our editorial research)!
Take a close look at the head of Hotel Reviewn by GMO’s original character “Kodawari Tiger-kun”—it’s actually a Wi‑Fi symbol! And the stripe pattern on the Baby Tigers’ heads also resembles a Wi‑Fi icon!!! Be sure to check out their adorable faces ✨

Finally, "Baby Tigers" Debut!

Izu Animal Kingdom, where the baby white tigers are on public display, is a zoo in Kamo District, Shizuoka Prefecture, home to 60 species and 600 animals that you can see and even touch.
It’s an area equivalent to five Tokyo Domes in size!

These two baby white tigers will finally be open to the public on Monday, October 14, at 11:30 AM ✨

Born on September 12, these two cubs will go on display starting from the 14th, after completing their vaccinations.

Remarkably, these two babies are the only white tiger cubs currently being raised in Japan and are affectionately called “Baby Tigers” 🐯
Even before the public debut, live streams of the cub room with their mother “Mama Tiger,” guest-participation weigh-ins, and other heartwarming events have been held, building up excitement for this long-awaited public opening ✨

・The image above is a photo of previously born cubs, kindly provided by Izu Animal Kingdom.

“Baby Tiger” Touch Experience

Starting Monday, October 7, Izu Animal Kingdom will offer the new event “Baby Tiger Quick Touch,” where you can gently touch the cub held by a keeper for a blissful 60 seconds!
Opportunities to touch a white tiger (especially a cub!) are rare—when will you ever get another chance? You’ll want to softly touch their rounded tummies and squishy paws.
Only one hand is allowed, and participants must wear gloves scented with Mama Tiger’s scent.

Sea Sounds, Hot Springs, and Scenic Drive: Indulge at Itoen Hotel Atagawa

After being soothed by the baby white tigers, capybaras, and meerkats at Izu Animal Kingdom, why not drive 18 minutes to all ocean-view Japanese-style rooms at Itoen Hotel Atagawa for some luxury time?

Upon arriving at Itoen Hotel Atagawa via a scenic coastal drive, head to the top-floor hot spring and take in a panoramic view of Sagami Bay ✨
A stunning view to soothe the day’s fatigue awaits you.

And for dinner, enjoy a buffet style spread. Besides delicious dishes, you can also enjoy unlimited alcoholic beverages, including local Shizuoka sake.

Basic Information for "Itoen Hotel Atagawa"

Facility Name: Itoen Hotel Atagawa
Address: 1267‑2 Naramoto, Higashiizu‑cho, Kamo‑gun, Shizuoka 413‑0302
Access: Approximately 5 minutes by car from Izu‑Atagawa Station
Check‑in: 15:00
Check‑out: 11:00
Parking: Available for 70 cars (free, no reservation required)

For Wi‑Fi speeds and more hotel details, please visit here.

Summary

We introduced Izu Animal Kingdom, where you can meet Japan’s only baby white tigers, “Baby Tigers,” and Itoen Hotel Atagawa, featuring all ocean‑view Japanese‑style rooms overlooking Sagami Bay.

The touch event is only available for a limited time, so don’t miss this chance to visit 🐯

Izu Animal Kingdom isn’t just about white tiger cubs—you can see and touch a variety of rare animals in a delightful setting.
It’s a facility that can be enjoyed any season, but right now is the perfect time to meet the baby white tigers and unwind in the hot springs at Itoen Hotel Atagawa after a day of adventure.

With a collaboration featuring Hotel Reviewn by GMO’s original character “Kodawari Tiger-kun,” the similarity between the Baby Tigers’ head stripes and Kodawari Tiger-kun’s Wi‑Fi‐shaped head stripes is at its peak!!

We look forward to your detailed reviews!