One of the World’s Largest Aquariums, Right in Osaka Bay
🌟 What is Kaiyukan Aquarium?
Kaiyukan is a world-class aquarium in Osaka’s Tempozan district. Designed like a spiraling descent through the Pacific Rim, its central tank houses majestic whale sharks while dozens of exhibits bring ocean life to eye level. With over 30,000 sea creatures, it’s an immersive journey through aquatic wonders.
🔭 Why Visit Kaiyukan?
🦈 Whale Shark Tank: Towering 9m-deep tank with massive fish gliding above
🐧 Animal Encounters: Otters, penguins, sea lions, jellyfish and more
🌎 Global Ocean Walk: Explore habitats from Antarctica to the Amazon
🪸 Architecture = Experience: Spiral structure mimics diving into the sea
📸 Photo Paradise: Dozens of unique angles and creatures to shoot
🧒 Perfect for All Ages: Educational, relaxing, and awe-inspiring
📸 Top 5 Photo Spots in Kaiyukan
| Spot | Description |
|---|---|
| 🦈 Pacific Ocean Tank (Center View) | Get eye-level with whale sharks and giant rays through panoramic glass |
| 🌊 Tunnel Underpass (Deep Sea) | Dramatic shots of visitors surrounded by swirling fish & light |
| 🐧 Antarctica Zone | Penguins chilling on the rocks make a fun, quirky photo |
| ✨ Jellyfish Display Room | Mesmerizing lights and translucent creatures – perfect for dreamy IG shots |
| 🪞 Reflection Wall near Amazon River Zone | Soft lighting and slow-moving creatures give surreal mirrored photos |
💡 Photography allowed (no flash). For best results, use low ISO + steady hand or phone night mode.
🎟️ Admission & Booking
| Category | Price | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (16+) | ¥2,700 | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (last entry 7:00 PM) |
| Children (7–15) | ¥1,400 | Same as above |
| Toddlers (3–6) | ¥700 | Same as above |
| Under 3 | Free | — |
🎫 Tip: Book online to skip lines & consider combo tickets (Ferris Wheel / Cruise)
💴 Ticket
🚉 Access
Nearest Station:
🚇 Osakako Station (Chuo Line) – 5 min walk
From Major Stations:
🚄 Namba → Midosuji Line → Honmachi → Chuo Line → Osakako (25 min)
🚄 Umeda / Osaka → Same transfer via Honmachi (30 min)
✈️ Kansai Airport → JR/Nankai → Subway (60–75 min)
🍴 Nearby Food Picks (with Access Info)
🍢 Kushikatsu Daruma
📍Tempozan Marketplace 2F | 🕒 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Deep-fried skewers, Osaka soul food
🍣 Tempozan Sushi Market
📍Tempozan Marketplace 1F | 🕒 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Casual conveyor belt sushi
☕ Cafe de Crie
📍Kaiyukan Entrance | 🕒 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Coffee & light bites, perfect post-aquarium break
🏨 Nearby Hotels
🏨 Hotel Seagull Tempozan – Closest stay, 1-min walk
🛏️ Hyatt Regency Osaka – Nearby luxury with shuttle
🎡 Universal Port Vita – USJ-side, ferry across bay
📍 Address & Contact
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan (海遊館)
📍 1-1-10 Kaigandori, Minato-ku, Osaka 552-0022, Japan
📞 +81-6-6576-5501
🌐 https://www.kaiyukan.com/language/eng/
✨ With stunning design, graceful giants, and photo-perfect moments around every corner, Kaiyukan isn’t just an aquarium—it’s a memory-maker beneath the sea.