Best Zoos, Aquariums & Botanical Gardens Spot List

The largest goldfish entertainment in Japan! After watching the deer and the Great Buddha, get healed by Japanese goldfish!

A new type of aquarium where art is fused in the port of Kobe. Theatrical Aquarium átoa.

The healing power of the sea and flowers

A garden decorated with white and red apricot flowers

An aquarium characterized by its tanks reproducing the natural environment

This is an admission-free zoo where you can interact with cute little animals. The area where you can pet rabbits and guinea pigs is popular.

Make memories in Kobe’s picturesque herb garden, the largest in Japan

A zoo in Kanazawa Shizen Park, surrounded by nature, where rare species of Herbivores from around the world are kept. A perfect spot to relax.

This botanical garden offers an extraordinary space where you feel as if you stepped into a jungle. Visitors can learn about the tropical plants that have a strong tie to their daily life.

A zoological garden containing around 640 animals and 110 species from all over the world, displayed in a more free and natural environment.

Encounter the Man’yoshu and plants from time immemorial

Come face to face with lions behind glass

Adorable sea creatures everywhere

This aquarium features a unique lineup, including the ”Jellyfish Kaleidoscope” and ”Edo-rium,” which can only be seen at this aquarium.

You can feel the nature of the Sayama Hills and learn the importance of nature. It is a place full of green where you can encounter various plants, insects, and birds.

An aquarium where you'll learn from seeing, touching and playing

Get up close and personal with a Japanese macaque

It is an aquarium that is located on the shore of Ashinoko Lake. The shows, performed by charming Baikal seals, are popular.

Edutainment style aquarium where you can enjoy learning about the ”Sagami Bay and the Pacific Ocean,” the treasury of the marine life, and ”creatures” as basic themes.

Oasis in the Sky is the concept of this metropolitan aquarium in a high-rise building. Spend an exciting day along with your children.