Kyoto Aquarium
A large-scale inland aquarium that opened in March 2012 in Umekoji Park near Kyoto Station. It is divided into 10 areas and houses approximately 15,000 creatures from 250 different species, including the giant salamander, a national special natural treasure that lives in the Kamo River, Cape penguins, Largha seals, fish, and jellyfish. The “Kyoto Penguin Correlation Chart,” which shows the relationships among the penguins currently on display, has become the talk of the town because the penguins’ complex relationships resemble those of humans.
The dolphin show was fantastic, and the staff put in a lot of effort. The aquarium's jellyfish displays are a real highlight—so beautiful and relaxing.