Do I need to print my ticket?

No. Your ticket is delivered to your device and can be scanned directly from your phone screen at the entrance.

What are the opening hours?

Opening hours vary by day. Check the official calendar at kyoto-aquarium.com before your visit. Last admission is one hour before closing time.

Can children under 3 enter for free?

Yes, children under 3 years old are admitted free of charge. Children aged 3 to 5 must purchase their tickets directly at the aquarium on the day.

What is the difference between standard and peak tickets?

Peak tickets apply on busier dates (such as public holidays and school holidays) and require date selection only. Standard tickets offer slot-based entry. The correct option will be shown when you select your visit date.

Is the aquarium accessible for wheelchair users?

The aquarium is a modern, purpose-built facility across two storeys.

Can I cancel my ticket if my plans change?

Please check the cancellation terms shown at checkout for your specific ticket type, as conditions may vary between standard and peak options.

Kyoto Aquarium Ticket

3.9Popular choice · in high demand

Duration

2 hours

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Aquarium admission across all nine zonesFood and drinkOn-site merchandiseTickets for children aged 3–5 (purchased on-site only)

How to redeem

Kyoto Aquarium, 35-1 Kankijichō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan (within Umekoji Park)

Make your way to the main entrance of Kyoto Aquarium inside Umekoji Park. Present your mobile ticket on your device at the admission gate — no need to visit the ticket counter.

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What to bring

Your mobile ticket (screenshot or app)
Student ID if redeeming a student ticket

Know before you go

Last admission is one hour before the aquarium's closing time — plan your arrival accordingly.

Opening hours change throughout the year; check the official Kyoto Aquarium calendar before you travel.

Tickets for children aged 3–5 cannot be purchased in advance through this platform and must be bought on-site.

Children under 3 are free and do not require a ticket.

Student tickets require valid student identification to be presented at the entrance.

Good to know

Group sizeIdeal for families, couples, and solo visitors

AccessibilityModern facility; contact the aquarium to confirm specific accessibility needs

LanguagesExhibits available in Japanese; English signage present throughout

Kyoto Aquarium Ticket

Kyoto Aquarium Ticket

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