Kyoto
Kyoto Aquarium
1 penguin species
At a glance
| Address | 35-1 Kankijicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto 600-8835 (inside Umekoji Park) |
|---|---|
| Getting there | About 15 minutes on foot from the central exit of JR Kyoto Station About 7 minutes on foot from Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station (JR Sanin Main Line) Kyoto City Bus (routes 205, 208, 86) or Keihan Kyoto Kotsu bus from Kyoto Station to the Shichijo Omiya / Kyoto Aquarium stop No parking on site; use nearby paid parking or public transport |
| Hours | Varies by day (check the official calendar); admission and ticket sales end 1 hour before closing |
| Closed | Open year-round (may close temporarily for maintenance) |
| Admission | Adult ¥2,600 High school student ¥2,000 Elementary and junior high school student ¥1,400 Child (3+) ¥900 Standard admission; annual passes from ¥5,800 (adult) |
| Official site | www.kyoto-aquarium.com |
| Information checked on | October 16, 2026 |
Penguins you can see
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African Penguin
ケープペンギン Spheniscus demersus
IUCN: CR (Critically Endangered)
- Where
- Penguin area (2F) and Penguin Cave (1F)
Parade and feeding times
| Parade and feeding times | When / where | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Penguin Feeding Time | Weekdays 13:00; weekends and holidays 13:00 and 15:45 (Penguin area; times may change by day) | — |
Highlights
- Watch African penguins ride the waves to leap from the water onto land
- The Penguin Cave on the 1st floor gives a side view of the penguins swimming underwater
- Keepers call each penguin by name at feeding time; the annual Kyoto Penguin Relationship Chart is a fan favorite
Tickets
Check prices and availability on the ticket page.
Nearby places
FAQ
- How many penguin species are at Kyoto Aquarium?
- 1 species: African Penguin.
- How much is admission to Kyoto Aquarium?
- Adult ¥2,600, High school student ¥2,000, Elementary and junior high school student ¥1,400, Child (3+) ¥900 (as of October 16, 2026).
- Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Kyoto Aquarium?
- Yes: Penguin Feeding Time. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
- How do I get to Kyoto Aquarium?
- About 15 minutes on foot from the central exit of JR Kyoto Station, About 7 minutes on foot from Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station (JR Sanin Main Line), Kyoto City Bus (routes 205, 208, 86) or Keihan Kyoto Kotsu bus from Kyoto Station to the Shichijo Omiya / Kyoto Aquarium stop, No parking on site; use nearby paid parking or public transport.
Sources
We checked the official pages below on October 16, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.