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Aquarium / Tempozan Harbor Village: Osaka Aquarium
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    • kevarms
  • By kevarms on January 25, 2005
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    • Osaka Aquarium - Osaka
    Osaka Aquarium
    by kevarms
    I am a big fan of aquariums and this is simply the best I have ever seen. You start at the surface with creatures such as seals and penguins, then work your way down 14 tanks to the deep sea creatures. They have a massive whale shark in here (I was spellbound) and dozens of other rays and fishy things. Sugoi desu !!!

    The outside of the building resembles a huge butterfly. I would have thought something fish-related would be more appropriate. It's actually pretty hideous.

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  • Phone: +81-6-6576-5501
  • Directions: Walk from Osakako Station on the Chuo subway line
  • Website: http://www.kaiyukan.com/eng/index.htm
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    Aquarium / Tempozan Harbor Village: Osaka Aquarium!! (Kai Yu Kan)
    vic&michael
  • Updated By vic&michael on November 25, 2004
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    • A very curious seal. - Osaka
    A very curious seal.
    by vic&michael
    Osaka Aquarium is one of the largest aquariums in the world. Firstly, you travel up this giant escalator to the very top floor, where you walk your way down as if you are descending through the depths and different layers of the sea. You will see otters, monkeys, penguins, and dolphins. As you descend, you can watch these animals swimming. It is an amazing experience to see the bouyancy of the otters whilst they clean themselves floating on their backs, and you can also watch the dolphins from an underwater point of view as they gracefully swim and play in the sea! Osaka aquarium holds a whale shark, which is the largest shark ever held in an aquarium. There is also a sunfish, which is the strangest looking fish ever! The jellyfish were also amazing to see. They were lit up strategically by UV lights so some glowed a red color, some glowed white, some blue. They pulsate gently, and look like aliens from another world! Oh, talking about aliens, the Japanese Deep Sea Crabs were giant alien looking creatures! They are huge! And creepy! Definately a sight worth seeing! If you go to the aquarium on the weekend, be prepared for many many children and crying babies, perhaps during the week would be more relaxing! However, I went on the weekend, and it was still a very enjoyable experience!

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  • Phone: +81-6-6576-5501
  • Directions: Walk from Osakako Station on the Chuo subway line
  • Website: http://www.kaiyukan.com/eng/index.htm
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    Aquarium / Tempozan Harbor Village: Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
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    • Hewer
  • By Hewer on October 3, 2004
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    • Can you see the aquarium from my balcony? - Osaka
    Can you see the aquarium from
    my balcony?
    by Hewer
    The aquarium is one of Osaka`s top attractions. It features some 39,000 sea creatures and over 500 species.

    The main attraction in the complex is the world`s largest fish tank, which houses a 4.3 meter long whale shark.

    You can also sea dolphins, seals and penguins. The overall theme of the complex is pacific marine life.

    Open 10am - 8pm (plus extended hours on public holidays)
    Entry: 2000 yen (900 yen children 6-16)

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  • Phone: +81-6-6576-5501
  • Directions: Take the Chuo (green) line to Osakako Station. Walk straight ahead out of exit #1. You`ll see a ferris wheel up ahead and the aquarium is to the left.
  • Website: http://www.kaiyukan.com/eng/
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    Aquarium / Tempozan Harbor Village: Kayukan !
    LeDragon
  • By LeDragon on July 22, 2004
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    • Kayuikan - Osaka
    Kayuikan
    by LeDragon

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  • Phone: +81-6-6576-5501
  • Directions: Walk from Osakako Station on the Chuo subway line
  • Website: http://www.kaiyukan.com/eng/index.htm
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    Aquarium / Tempozan Harbor Village: Osaka Aquarium KAIYUKAN
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    • shintarojon
  • Updated By shintarojon on March 12, 2004
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    • Long-legged Crab - Osaka
    Long-legged Crab
    by shintarojon
    Osaka Aquarium KAIYUKAN is one of the largest aquariums in the world and it has an approximately 30,000 specimens representing 580 species.

    Admission fee:

    1. Individual rate
    a) Senior High/Adults - 2,000 Yen
    b) Elementary/Junior High) - 900 Yen
    c) Infants (4-6 years old) - 400 Yen

    2. Group rate
    a) Group (20 persons or more) - can avail a 10% discount

    b) School Group (20 students or more) - can avail a 20% discount

    Note: Free admission for the accompanying teacher.

    Opens from 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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  • Phone: +81-6-6576-5501
  • Website: http://www.kaiyukan.com
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    Aquarium / Tempozan Harbor Village: Kaiyukan Aquarium
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    • tompt
  • Updated By tompt on August 13, 2003
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    • whaleshark in the aquarium - Osaka
    whaleshark in the aquarium
    by tompt
    The Kaiyukan Aquarium is the only one in the world to have living whalesharks. The whaleshark can grow up to 18 meters in length.
    There is much more to see in the aquarium, it certainly worth a visit.

    Opening hours: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
    The admission office will be closed an hour before the closing time.

    Entrance prices:
    Adults (over 16 years old) 2,000 Yen
    Children 900 Yen
    Infants (4-6 years old) 400 Yen

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  • Phone: +81-6-6576-5501
  • Directions: Tempozan Harbor Village.
  • Website: http://www.kaiyukan.com/eng/index.htm
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    Aquarium / Tempozan Harbor Village: Tempozan Harbor Village
    PartyRambo
  • By PartyRambo on March 29, 2003
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    • Multi-coloured Aquarium - Osaka
    Multi-coloured Aquarium
    by PartyRambo
    As Osaka is an important Japanese/Asian port, it's natural to assume there's an aquarium here.
    The complex around the aquarium here (Tempozan Harbor Village) is a great way to spend the day with the kids, or on your own.
    Within walking distance of the subway are:
    - Universal Studios Japan
    - Osaka Aquarium
    - Suntory Museum
    - Tempozan Marketplace
    ...and a further subway stop or two (or a good heathy walk):
    - Osaka Maritime Museum
    - Nanko Bird Sanctuary
    - Asia World trade Centre (business)
    - great shopping

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  • Directions: http://www.takenaka.co.jp/takenaka_e/t-file_e/d_synthesis/tenpozan/ is a place to start surfing for Tempozan information.
  • Website: http://www.kaiyukan.com/eng/index.htm
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    Aquarium / Tempozan Harbor Village: Osaka Aquarium
    Sophiason
  • Updated By Sophiason on February 8, 2003
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    • Osaka Aquarium - Osaka
    Osaka Aquarium
    by Sophiason
    I saw the amazing long glass tunnel under the water in this aquarium. The aquarium was very large. There were also many fishes and other ocean creatures there. I liked to visit this aquarium very much.

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    Aquarium / Tempozan Harbor Village: Osaka Aquarium
    KansaiConnect
  • Updated By KansaiConnect on January 4, 2003
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    • Jellyfish Deep Down Under - Osaka
    Jellyfish Deep Down Under
    by KansaiConnect
    Osaka Aquarium is a great place to spend the day and see sea creatures with your family and/or friends. Be very careful though, if you take small children. The place gets so crowded that if your child wanders off, like mine did, you'll be running around frantically trying to find the child. Luckily, Japan is a generally safe place to lose a child. Mine wandered downstairs to the help booth and ended up staying there with another child that had done the same thing playing a game while waiting for me to come pick her up. The aquarium, though, has some great ocean life swimming around in the tanks. So don't forget your camera and a leash for your kid.

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  • Phone: +81-6-6576-5501
  • Directions: 5 minutes walk from the Osaka-kou (Osaka Port) Station on Osaka Municipal Subway Chuo Line or Techno Port Line.
  • Other Contact: FAX +81-6-6576-5510
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    Aquarium / Tempozan Harbor Village: OSAKA AQUARIUM aka KAIYUKAN
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    • heywinks
  • Updated By heywinks on December 11, 2002
  • Osaka Page by heywinks
    • This is an excellent aquarium famous for its whale shark. There`s lots to see & you`ll be amazed by the exhibits! Penguins, sea otters, jelly fish, giant spider crab, sardines, anchovies, sea turtles, a sloth, toucan, salamanders, octopus, lobsters, etc. Each exhibit area corresponds with an area on the earth: The Pacific Ocean, Ecuador Rain Forest, Cook Strait, Japan Deeps, Monterey Bay, Tasman Sea, Great Barrier Reef, among others.
    It`s costly to come here (adults over 16 yrs old: 2000yen) but I think it`s worth it. Great for adults as well as kids. There`s alot to see & the aquarium is large & clean & modern. You won`t feel cheated for your money.
    This aquarium is also wheelchair accessable.

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  • Phone: 066-576-5501
  • Directions: Tempozan area. 5min walk from Osakako Station on the Subway Chuo Line or Technoport Line. You can also get here by sea, 10 mins from Universal City Port.
  • Website: www.kaiyukan.com
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