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Io World Kagoshima City Aquarium

いおワールドかごしま水族館

An aquarium showcasing marine life from Kagoshima's waters, including sharks, rays, dolphins, and sea lions, with interactive touch pools.

Kagoshima Aquarium Exterior from Sakurajima Ferry
Kagoshima Aquarium Exterior from Sakurajima Ferry © そらみみ, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Opening hours
Mon–Sun 09:30–18:00
Holidays 09:30–18:00
Admission
Standard
Adult ¥1,500
Links
Official website English · Japanese
Access
3-1, Honkoshimmachi, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima
〒 892-0814
How to get there
Nearest stationSakurajima sanbashidori Station
桜島桟橋通
9 min walk from the station
Nearest bus stop北埠頭ターミナル2 min walk from the bus stop
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Discover the mesmerizing underwater world of Kagoshima Aquarium, located in the picturesque Kagoshima, Japan. Immerse yourself in a diverse collection of marine life from the surrounding waters, including awe-inspiring sharks, graceful rays, and vibrant tropical fish. Get up close and personal with dolphins and sea lions in the aquarium's massive observation tank. Take part in interactive exhibits, such as the touch pool where you can pet and feed small sharks and rays. A must-see destination for tourists, Kagoshima Aquarium also offers educational programs for visitors of all ages to learn and explore more about the marine life.

Getting There

Map: Getting to Io World Kagoshima City Aquarium. Legend: Kagoshima Main Line; Nippo Main Line; Shinkansen. Labelled stations: Kumamoto, Sendai, Taniyama, Kagoshima-Chuo, Kagoshima, Izurodori.

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