Kagoshima Aquarium is located on the waterfront of Kagoshima Port in the center of Kagoshima City, in a great location overlooking Sakurajima. With a theme of the seas from Kinko Bay to the Nansei Islands, the aquarium exhibits 30,000 sea creatures of about 500 species, and the attraction is that you can observe the rich ecosystem up close. The highlight of the aquarium is the 25-meter-long and 10-meter-deep "Kuroshio Large Aquarium," where whale sharks, the world's largest fish, swim leisurely, and many visitors are fascinated by their power. In addition, the show in the "Dolphin Pool" where dolphins perform various performances is also popular.

The aquarium recreates the diverse marine environment unique to Kagoshima, from Sakurajima to Kinko Bay and the far-flung Nansei Islands. There are many things to see, such as a zone where seals live, an aquarium where beautiful coral reef fish swim, and a corner where you can experience the mysteries of deep-sea creatures. Each exhibit has detailed explanations about the ecology and environment, so you can learn about marine creatures while having fun. There are also plenty of hands-on activities for children, so families can have fun all day long.

Io World Kagoshima Aquarium is not just a place to see marine life, but a place where you can feel the grandeur of nature and the richness of the sea, with the symbols of Kagoshima, Kinko Bay and Sakurajima, in the background. In particular, from the outdoor dolphin pool, you can see dolphins jumping with Sakurajima in the background, making it a great photo spot.