Kasumigaura City Aquarium, Public aquarium in Kasumigaura, Japan
Kasumigaura City Aquarium is a public facility featuring freshwater species from the local lake system and from freshwater environments around the globe. The collection showcases aquatic life across different ecosystems, giving visitors insight into water habitats from temperate to tropical regions.
The facility opened in 1990 as a research and educational center focused on Lake Kasumigaura's aquatic life. Since then it has grown as a place dedicated to studying and protecting the biodiversity of the region's waters.
The facility highlights native fish species that have shaped local water culture, offering hands-on experiences where visitors can interact directly with animals. These encounters help people understand the living world beneath the surface of the region's lakes.
The facility sits next to Ayumizaki Park, making it easy to combine your visit with outdoor time by the lake. You can enjoy views of the water while walking the park grounds before or after exploring the indoor exhibits.
Lake Kasumigaura, which sits just outside the facility's doors, is Japan's second-largest lake by surface area. This proximity means visitors can immediately see the real-world landscape that inspired the collection inside.
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