Best Zoos, Aquariums & Botanical Gardens Spot List

A garden decorated with white and red apricot flowers

The healing power of the sea and flowers

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

Get up close and personal with a Japanese macaque

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

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.

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.

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

Encounter the Man’yoshu and plants from time immemorial

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

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.

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.

Adorable sea creatures everywhere

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

A zoo favored by Kobe locals

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.

An aquarium characterized by its tanks reproducing the natural environment