Best Zoos, Aquariums & Botanical Gardens Spot List

The healing power of the sea and flowers

A garden decorated with white and red apricot flowers

Boasting the largest variety of jellyfish in the world

One of the world's largest aquariums with a massive tank where a whale shark glides gracefully. The aquarium duplicates the natural environment surrounding the Pacific Ocean.

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

Take your time watching adorable animals

This zoo has a view of Mt. Fuji. You can observe lions and bears at close range by feeding the animals from the Jungle Bus.

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.

Encounter the Man’yoshu and plants from time immemorial

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

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

A zoo raising approximately 130 different species of animals. Encountering small animals is fun!

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.

Get up close and personal with a Japanese macaque

An aquarium characterized by its tanks reproducing the natural environment

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.

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

Adorable sea creatures everywhere

Located in a park looking down over Minato Mirai, the center area of Yokohama City, this zoo allows visitors to interact with animals up close.

Now the oldest and most comprehensive botanical gardens in all of Japan