No.0062In residence
Miu
ミウ
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Asian Small-clawed OtterAonyx cinereus
- Sex
- Male
- Born
- August 17, 2018
VU— Vulnerable
Aquarium ・ Osaka · JAZA member
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan海遊館
A large aquarium in Osaka that introduces the living things of the Pacific Rim and their habitats under the theme "Ring of Fire, Ring of Life." It exhibits more than 200 species and offers a wide range of programs, including the large tank where whale sharks swim, guided tours, the Night Kaiyukan program, and backyard experiences.
- Access
- About a 5-minute walk from Exit 1 of Osakako Station on the Osaka Metro Chuo Line.
- Parking
- 1,000 spaces Source
- Named individuals
- 4 individuals
- Opened
- July 20, 1990 · 36 years of history
Updated: ／ Source: www.kaiyukan.com www.kaiyukan.com www.kaiyukan.com www.kaiyukan.com
Exterior of Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Basic Information
| Type | Aquarium |
|---|---|
| Location | Osaka |
| JAZA Membership | JAZA member |
| Opened | July 20, 1990 Source |
| Official / Social |
Highlights
Pacific Ocean tank (whale sharks)
A large tank themed on a journey around the Pacific, exhibiting whale sharks and more. Source
Whale shark backyard experience
A program that lets you see where the whale sharks are cared for. Source
Feeding time
Feeding programs with commentary held on each exhibit floor. Source
Night Kaiyukan
A special program held in the evening. Source
Access
About a 5-minute walk from Exit 1 of Osakako Station on the Osaka Metro Chuo Line. A limousine bus bound for Tempozan (Kaiyukan) runs from Kansai International Airport. Source
Parking
1,000 spaces Source
Hours and Admission
| Hours | Opening and closing times vary by day (linked to the dynamic pricing calendar). Check the hours calendar on the official site for your visit date. Source |
|---|---|
| Admission | Dynamic pricing. Adults (16 and over) ¥2,700–3,500; children (ages 7–15) ¥1,400–1,800; preschoolers (ages 3–6) ¥700–900; age 2 and under free (all tax included). Half price with a disability certificate. Source |
Hours and admission may change.Check the Official Site for the latest information.
Animals You Can Meet
4 animals
Reference photo of Asian Small-clawed Otter; this is not a photo of Miu
No.0063In residence
Buna
ブナ
Reference photo of Asian Small-clawed Otter; this is not a photo of Buna
Asian Small-clawed OtterAonyx cinereus
- Sex
- Male
- Born
- August 23, 2023
VU— Vulnerable
No.0064In residence
Shii
シイ
Reference photo of Asian Small-clawed Otter; this is not a photo of Shii
Asian Small-clawed OtterAonyx cinereus
- Sex
- Female
- Born
- August 23, 2023
VU— Vulnerable
No.0065In residence
Popo
ポポ
Reference photo of Asian Small-clawed Otter; this is not a photo of Popo
Asian Small-clawed OtterAonyx cinereus
- Sex
- Unknown
- Born
- around 2019
VU— Vulnerable
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Residency Unconfirmed
Residency Unconfirmed 5 animals
We have not been able to confirm these animals are currently here through official sources. Please check the facility website for the latest information.
No.0060Status pending
Gumi
グミ
Asian Small-clawed OtterAonyx cinereus
- Sex
- Unknown
- Born
- January 2, 2012
VU— Vulnerable
No.0061Status pending
Biju
ビジュ
Asian Small-clawed OtterAonyx cinereus
- Sex
- Male
- Born
- Unknown
VU— Vulnerable
No.0066Status pending
Shuro
シュロ
Asian Small-clawed OtterAonyx cinereus
- Sex
- Unknown
- Born
- August 29, 2009
VU— Vulnerable
No.0067Status pending
Nira
ニラ
Asian Small-clawed OtterAonyx cinereus
- Sex
- Unknown
- Born
- August 29, 2009
VU— Vulnerable
No.0068Status pending
Zakuro
ザクロ
Asian Small-clawed OtterAonyx cinereus
- Sex
- Unknown
- Born
- August 29, 2009
VU— Vulnerable
Animals Remembered Here
Records of animals who have died remain available as memorial pages.
No.0059In memoriam
Tsubaki
ツバキ
Asian Small-clawed OtterAonyx cinereus
- Sex
- Female
- Born
- August 1, 2005
VU— Vulnerable
Events
Automatically generated from resident animals with a verified day, month, and year of birth.
- Miu’s birthdayAugust 17
- Buna’s birthdayAugust 23
- Shii’s birthdayAugust 23
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FAQ
- How much is admission?
- Prices vary by date under dynamic pricing. Adults (16 and over) ¥2,700–3,500; children (ages 7–15) ¥1,400–1,800; preschoolers (ages 3–6) ¥700–900; age 2 and under free. Source
- Are the hours the same every day?
- No. Opening and closing times vary by day in line with the dynamic pricing calendar, so check the hours page on the official site for your visit date. Source
- How do I get there from the nearest station?
- About a 5-minute walk from Exit 1 of Osakako Station on the Osaka Metro Chuo Line. Source
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- Is there a discount for people with disabilities?
- Admission is half price with a disability certificate. Source
- Is there parking? How many spaces, and what does it cost?
- You can use the Tempozan parking lot in front of Kaiyukan (shared by the whole Tempozan area), which holds about 1,000 cars. Standard car rates are ¥200 per 30 minutes on weekdays (maximum ¥2,000) and ¥250 per 30 minutes on weekends and holidays (maximum ¥2,500). Open 8:00–23:00 (exit until 0:00). Source
- Can I borrow a wheelchair?
- Wheelchairs are available at the information desk and service counter. Source
- Is there a nursing room?
- There is a baby care room (nursing room) equipped with diaper-changing beds, a formula preparation unit, and more. Source
- How long do the guided tours take?
- The long tour takes about 3 hours and the short tour about 1 hour 30 minutes. Source
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Last verified: ／ Source: www.jaza.jp www.jaza.jp