Synopsis

A small zoo, offering free admission, provides a tranquil setting. Located in Yamagata Prefecture, it has enjoyed popularity for over seventy years, largely due to its resident elderly deer and vibrant peacocks. The zoo offers sanctuary to animals recovering from injury or illness – birds grounded by wing damage, foxes recovering from traffic accidents, among others. Visitors come here with varied intentions: some make daily visits to converse with the animals, while others offer quiet words of