Osaka Kaiyukan In-Depth Travel Guide

#OsakaAttractions

📍 Basic Information
- Address: 1 Chome Kaigandori, Minato Ward, Osaka City (5-minute walk from Exit 1 of Osaka Port Station on the Chuo Subway Line)
- Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (last admission at 7:00 PM, closing times vary seasonally, please check the official website)
- Tickets: Adults 2300 JPY, discounts for students/children/seniors, free for under 4 years old (combo tickets with the Ferris wheel are more cost-effective)

🌟 Must-See Highlights
1️⃣ Whale Shark Spectacular
- The world’s largest indoor aquarium, featuring a 9-meter deep central tank housing two whale sharks "Kohai & Yuyu," get up close to these giants for a super soothing experience!
2️⃣ Circular Immersive Tour
- Start from the 8th floor "Japanese Forest," spiral down through 15 exhibition zones, experience the Pacific volcanic belt ecosystem with penguins, otters, dolphins, and more!
3️⃣ Interactive Experience Zone
- In the "Maldives Islands" area, after sanitizing your hands, you can gently touch the shark’s back (avoid the mouth and tail), for an exciting yet safe close encounter!
4️⃣ Stunning Jellyfish & Night Tour
- The poisonous jellyfish zone is breathtakingly beautiful, and the nighttime light show (after 5:00 PM) is even more magical, watch fish swim in the deep blue, creating an immersive atmosphere

📸 Recommended Photo Spots
- Entrance Whale Shark Sculpture: Free photo op, scan the code to download a digital copy
- Tunnel Tank: Stingrays swim overhead, capturing silhouettes here tells a great story
- Antarctic Penguin Zone: Take photos from behind the glass wall, feeling like you’re in a snowy world
- Jellyfish Light Wall: Side profile with gradient lighting, instantly creates a cinematic vibe

🍱 Nearby Activities
- Tempozan Ferris Wheel: Next to the aquarium, transparent cabins offer panoramic views of Osaka Port’s sunset, maximum romance!
- Kuromon Market/Dotonbori: On the way back, enjoy okonomiyaki and sashimi, indulge in seafood freedom!

💡 Tips
- Arrive before 10 AM to avoid crowds! Entrance is limited, online ticket purchase recommended
- No performances inside, but the variety of marine life is rich, reserve 3 hours for an in-depth visit
- A must for families! Kid-friendly, children love the interactive zone (strollers allowed)