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- Artyom FedosovMay 27, 2016The main aquarium is marvelous, depth of 8 floors filled with whale sharks, tiger sharks, oceanic manta rays, stingrays and schools of fish. You can pet some sharks and rays on the end of route. *_*
- Rob MJanuary 28, 2017The largest in the world, with 8 floors that spiral down a large center tank that’s 9 meters deep and holds 5,400 cubic meters of water.
- Panisha ChanSeptember 10, 2015Get the aquarium pass from the train station (2,500 yen) to take advantage of a day pass on non-JR train line and a discount on other attractions in the city.
- Lyndee CantosJanuary 16, 2017Entrance fee for the aquarium alone is 2300¥. Other entrance fee packages are available i.e., aquarium+ferriswheel, aquarium+cruiseship etc. Very crowded during weekends and holidays. A must see!
- CameronMarch 31, 2017Their tanks don't do a great job of pretending to be real, but you can overlook that when everything is bigger and crazier than other aquariums. Whale shark! Giant spider crabs! Crowded AF.
- Tom Van GoylenMarch 19, 2015Amazing aquarium with a huge center tank that has a lot of sharks, sting rays and the whale shark. Also lots of different squid and you can pet some sharks and sting rays at the end of the tour!
- Riri GrrDecember 15, 2017Really fascinating and huge. There are really a lot to see. Go on a weekday, in the afternoon. You’ll see more aquatics than humans. Stay for a least one feeding session, and you’ll never regret it.
- Chris LeeOctober 5, 2017Whale shark is the highlight. Dont miss out their feeding time! Touch pool is full of rays and shark as well, you may have a feel of their skin texture
- RonniApril 14, 2015It's an amazing aquarium 😍 each floor down was a wonder at the sea creatures and there's also an area at the end to touch the Sharks and sting rays
- Stephanie IpOctober 23, 2023Can be quite crowded so wear earplugs if you’re sensitive to noise. But definitely worth a visit! Continue walking when you see the whale basin as you go down floors and see it from other angles.
- Jeff ForbesOctober 11, 2015The density of cool stuff per square feet here is pretty incredible. Recommended if you are looking for something to do for the day in Osaka!
- Fernando LemosSeptember 20, 2017Amazing aquarium. The whale shark and the penguins were great. Be sure to get the aquarium + subway pass. Very crowded on weekends.
- David ThairMay 29, 2016This amazing aquarium is open until 8pm. So beat the crowds by coming towards the end of the day - 5.30pm onwards. You'll miss the animal feeding but you'll have peace!
- EdwinMarch 5, 2015they have a whale shark in the aquarium! but everything else is pretty old. I went on a weekday and it was still crowded as well. check their website for special deals.
- Piccy LokeFebruary 27, 2017read the signs. explanations are in Japanese and English. a good in-depth explanation of what they are trying to showcase. theme of aquatic life around the Ring of Fire.
- Daphne GoonOctober 8, 2023The aquarium isn’t that big. Just levels deeper but seeing the same thing above. If nth else in your itinerary can add this in, near legoland too.
- SpaceBall1December 23, 2015If you are coming from Osaka centre get the subway and aquarium combined ticket. It's a flat rate subway ticket so you can take the subway anywhere!
- Adelino NakanoJune 28, 2018There is a big central tank in which you can see the main star of the aquarium with sharks, stingray and other fishes. Nice to see it in different angles
- Sofia PapastamelosApril 10, 2018A big of a trek on the train to get to if you are further downtown but worth it! Love the jellyfish room and huge tank of whale sharks.
- Ceilidh SimpsonSeptember 10, 2014It's certainly one of the biggest, not quite sure it's one of the best. Most impressive specimens of Japanese Spider Crabs I've seen! On the whole maybe a bit too many animal animals for an aquarium.
- Jie Qi NgDecember 10, 2015Compact and entertainment packed, kaiyukan is also well designed and starred various creatures in beautiful settings. One of the best aquarium I have visited :)
- Joachim OoiNovember 10, 2015Worth the money to come here. Get to see all different sort of sea animals that you don't really get to see. Well maintained too, impressive!
- Barbara StephensonNovember 25, 2019It's open until 8pm - make sure you check the calendar to see that it's open. Skip the crowded whale shark exhibit windows and turn the corner, there are fewer people and better views as you head down
- Sander ZuurhoutApril 7, 2015The most beautiful Aquarium ever seen. You can see and even touch the animals at a very close distance. A must-see when in Osaka!
- Andrew BulosJuly 17, 2016If you're a tourist, get the subway pass which includes admission to the aquarium (2900 yen); great value. The main tank has many points of view, so don't spend too long when you first see it.
- Jonathan RodrigoNovember 18, 2017This is so worth it. Allow urself 2.5hrs at least to enjoy it. There are other things to do there like the wheel and Legoland! Great way to spend half a day.
- Hanan MalAugust 29, 2017Maybe one of the best aquariums I've been to! You will definitely see creatures for the first time!
- JernejMay 17, 2018Very nice aquarium with lots of different tanks. Try to avoid visiting on weekends since it’s already very crowded on workdays.
- ChavelliFebruary 5, 2013Sea lions trying to waddle on land is extraordinarily funny to watch so try to catch a feeding! Sardines and spider crabs were cool.
- Charlie BoyOctober 25, 2012Every whale shark and manta have their own unique designs that allow you to identify them individually. Memorize their spots so you can say hi to them the second time you come!
- Megan McLeesApril 5, 2011Large aquarium, with some amazing creatures. 2000 yen. Went on a Sunday and it was insanely crowded. Cool water tube at the entrance. You can also get a Japanese guide downloaded onto your DS.
- Dee GrayJune 7, 2016So beautifully designed that even if it was any other sort of museum, it would still be a delightfully magical experience.
- QOctober 10, 2016Very well designed aquarium but could find any emergency exits. You have to finish the entire loop to come out from it.
- Adrian HApril 18, 2012several floors of amazing exhibits! very nice! if you time it right, you can get near the sea lions when someone has a ball to play with them with.
- Beau BmwNovember 23, 2016Kawaii, spend half an hour in front of the biggest tank. Superb!! Really recommended
- Paul ArkApril 5, 2013One of the nicest aquariums I've had the pleasure of visiting anywhere in the world; fantastic design and great diversity of creatures.
- Monica CDecember 8, 2016Beautiful aquarium. Every kind of marine life you can think of. Well designed exhibits and routes.
- Vivian LeJuly 5, 2012Good aquarium if you've only seen restaurant fish tanks your entire life, then again this is relatively inexpensive. The notable one in Japan is in Okinawa.
- Herman LeeMarch 18, 2015Try to spot these little fellas while everyone is crowding to take selfies with the whale sharks and spider crabs.
- Momo Hui ShanApril 4, 2016Great for children. Their whale shark is the main attraction here. In my opinion, nothing else is recommended otherwise🤔
- Jessica LiraMay 28, 2016It is amazing, a wonderful experience if travelling with kids, my 1.8 year old toddler loved it.
- Piccy LokeFebruary 27, 2017adults and children alike should get the stamp booklet at the entrance for ¥350 for an additional treasure hunt element.
- DiametreJune 1, 2018Very good, lots of fish tanks. Love sharks and rays ;) not far from train station.
- Helena BruzaeusApril 8, 2017Smart planned, one route and lots of chances to see the tanks and fishes! 👌🏼
- Isaac RadnitzerJanuary 10, 2014Such an amazing aquarium, not to be missed!! Also: hold out for the gift shop on the 1st floor
- YosapatFebruary 14, 2015I don't think that i will be interested in this kind of place but after visited. This is one of my favorite place in Osaka. So amazing!!
- Elizabeth LeeApril 10, 2015Get discount coupons w the Osaka amazing pass. Catch the animals' feeding times if u can.