Osaka Aquarium (Kaiyukan)

Osaka Aquarium, also known as Kaiyukan, is Japan's most impressive aquarium, and also one of the largest public aquariums in the world. It is home to various different species from the Pacific Rim, most specifically, the "Ring of Fire."

The aquarium contains some of the largest tanks in the world, and houses 27 tanks with 16 main exhibits, with the goal of mimicking the natural habitat of the sea life as close as possible. Learn about all of the sea creatures through themed exhibition halls which include interactive activities for all ages!

Only a thin sheet of glass separates visitors from the denizens of the deep, from whale sharks to sand-scuttling spider crabs to jellyfish, otters, seals, dolphins and penguins.

Osaka Aquarium is located among a variety of restaurants and shops that you can end your family-fun day with.

Practical Info

Osaka Aquarium is in the Tempozan Harbor Village in the west of Osaka, a five-minute walk from Osakako subway station and close to the Tempozan Ferris Wheel.