New Yashima Aquarium, Aquarium and marine life center in Takamatsu, Japan
Description
New Yashima Aquarium is a marine life center in Takamatsu with more than 80 tanks displaying different water environments. The collection features species from tropical, cold-water, and freshwater zones in one location.
History
The aquarium was founded to house a collection of rare marine animals, including manatees and large freshwater fish. Over the years it has grown into an important facility for preserving ocean species.
Culture
The aquarium displays marine animals that connect to the local fishing and ocean heritage of the Kagawa region. Visitors can see how closely people here have always depended on the sea.
Practical
The aquarium is easy to reach on foot and well signposted, with clear directions through all exhibition areas. Plan enough time to explore all zones, especially if you want to watch the animals during feeding times.
Did you know?
The aquarium houses Amazon piranhas and other freshwater fish from South America, rarely seen elsewhere in Japan. This collection shows how the center presents global and local species side by side.
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