Kyoto Aquarium

Located in Umekoji Park, this modern, multi-zone aquarium offers a fascinating look at local aquatic life, headlined by the iconic Japanese giant salamanders from the nearby Kamo River. Visitors can walk through a massive open-ocean tank, observe playful penguins and fur seals, and enjoy interactive family-friendly exhibits. It is a perfect, weather-proof escape that beautifully connects Kyoto's rich freshwater ecology with the wider ocean.

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