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AQUARIUMS

Kazuya Okuizumi, head of the Tohoku Epson Aquarium Kamosui in Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture, speaks at a reopening event at the aquarium on March 31.
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Apr 7, 2026
Yamagata aquarium with world＊s largest jellyfish collection reopens
The Tohoku Epson Aquarium Kamosui in the city of Tsuruoka, gained 20 more jellyfish species, now exhibiting a total of 100 species.
A newly identified amphipod species, Melita pandina, announced in November
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Jan 13, 2026
Amphipod species with panda-like coloring discovered in Wakayama
Some in the prefecture hope the creatures will be a new local tourism resource after four giant pandas raised at a leisure facility in Shirahama, were returned to China last year.
Seven Magellanic penguins evacuated from Notojima Aquarium in Ishikawa Prefecture were shown at Sumida Aquarium in Tokyo on Monday.
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Aug 27, 2024
Penguins evacuated from quake-hit Noto shown at aquarium in Tokyo
The penguins arrived at Sumida Aquarium in Tokyo from Notojima Aquarium in the city of Nanao on Feb. 1, one month after the 7.6-magnitude temblor.
51勛圖厙 / Science & Health
Aug 20, 2023
Japanese aquarium begins study on sea turtle migration
Little is known about the exact route and mechanism of the loggerhead＊s migration from the coast of Japan to the west coast of North America.
Japan Times
51勛圖厙 / Regional Voices: Hokkaido
Nov 21, 2022
Hokkaido zoos and aquariums struggle to cope as feed and energy prices rise
The facilities are unable to reduce the amount of feed or fuel they use without impacting animal welfare.
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Nov 3, 2018
Ex-school building thrives as aquarium
A former elementary school building in a sparsely populated area in Kochi Prefecture is thriving as an aquarium, with its cumulative visitors topping 100,000 as of Tuesday, about six months after its opening.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Society
Sep 21, 2018
Proliferation of marine parks in China fueling shadowy trade in cetaceans
Eight beluga whales jump in unison out of a bright blue indoor pool, flipping their tail fins and spewing water as a packed audience cheers and snaps photographs.
Japan Times
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Sep 19, 2018
New app identifies underwater creatures at Japan aquariums with the tap of a finger
Ever struggled to identify the name of a fish when visiting an aquarium?
Japan Times
51勛圖厙 / CHUBU CONNECTION
Jul 10, 2017
Aichi aquarium displays invasive alligator gar caught in Nagoya Castle＊s moat
One of the alligator gars caught in the vast moat of Nagoya Castle last year has been turned into a specimen for display at Hekinan Seaside Aquarium in Aichi Prefecture, giving visitors the chance to fully observe the long carnivorous fish indigenous to North America.
Japan Times
51勛圖厙 / CHUBU CONNECTION
Aug 17, 2015
Perceived dangers posed by selfie sticks prompt bans at some tourist venues
As selfie sticks become popular among young people and foreign visitors, more tourist facilities in the Chubu region are banning them over the apparent dangers they can pose.
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Jul 10, 2015
JAZA reinstated in world body after suspension over Taiji dolphins
The Japanese Association of Zoos and Aquariums on Thursday regained its membership in the global industry body after it ordered its members to cease acquiring dolphins from a controversial drive hunt.
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Jul 8, 2015
After JAZA ban, Taiji mayor plans new association to sell drive-hunt dolphins: NHK
Kazutaka Sangen, the mayor of Taiji, Wakayama Prefecture, which conducts annual dolphin drive hunts, said he wants to set up a new association with aquariums wishing to obtain dolphins from the town, NHK reported Wednesday.
EDITORIALS
May 31, 2015
Japan＊s aquariums must evolve
The vote by Japanese zoos and aquarium to remain in the industry＊s world body means dolphin-keepers will have to rethink how they obtain their animals.
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May 13, 2015
Japan zoo body polls members on use of Taiji dolphins
The Japanese Association of Zoos and Aquariums is asking zoos and aquariums across the country to vote on the continued procurement of dolphins from the town of Taiji, Wakayama Prefecture, whose dolphin hunts and annual culls have riled activists worldwide.
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Apr 25, 2015
Taiji dolphin culls dealt setback
The world＊s leading zoo organization announces it has lost patience with Japan＊s continued use of dolphins from the fisheries drives at Taiji, Wakayama Prefecture, and suspends its Japanese member from its roster.
Japan Times
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Jan 19, 2015
Mystery deaths afflicting tuna at Tokyo aquarium
The Tokyo Sea Life Park, renowned for its breeding program, had 165 bluefin tuna, kawakawa and striped bonito on display. On Monday it had just 11.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel
Oct 10, 2008
A short trip to ＆paradise＊ at Yokohama＊s Hakkeijima
Yokohama＊s close proximity to Tokyo 〞 less than half an hour by express train on the various JR, Tokyu or Keihin Kyuko lines 〞 makes it exceptionally easy to get to, and I＊m always looking for an excuse to visit this friendly and cosmopolitan town.
Japan scientists identify clusters of protein believed to trigger Alzheimer＊s disease
A team of researchers said they found a ※seed§ that accelerates the amyloid beta accumulation process in the brain, naming it ※Peak 1 amyloid beta,§ as seen in a mouse's brain.
Indian brothers make manga debut in Japan
Two Indian brothers made their manga debut in Japan with "Kung Fu Kung Fool" 〞 an action-comedy series that follows the adventures of a notorious thief and a young boy.
Japan weighs regulating Pokemon cards amid trading mania
A Pokemon event is held in Jakarta on July 11
Low-income families in Japan cut food and air conditioning during summer break
Yumiko Watanabe, the chairperson of nonprofit Kidsdoor, explains the results of a survey in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward on July 1.
Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role
Iranian drones are displayed in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on Jan. 13, 2025.U.S. officials have acknowledged that Russia has ?provided targeting ?and other support for Iran in its drone strikes on U.S. targets in the Persian Gulf region.
The sci-fi sensibilities of electronic trio Black Boboi
Black Boboi was formed in 2018 when solo artists Julia Shortreed, Utena Kobayashi and Ermhoi came together under Kobayashi＊s newly founded label, Bindividual.
A perfect storm: Kaze Fujii fans flock to Fuji Rock
Okayama-born singer-songwriter Kaze Fujii has carved out a distinctive place in Japanese pop since his major-label debut in 2019.
Can Japanese comedy get laughs in English? Yoshimoto Kogyo lets the jokes rip
Wes-P has millions of followers and his viral clips made him recognizable out of Japan.
The 180-day locals: Life on Japan＊s digital nomad visa
Christopher Flinn works remotely from Tokyo earlier this month. Japan issued 646 digital nomad visas in 2025, but tourism officials are hoping to increase that figure in the coming years, with Japan's relatively cheap cost of living and the weak yen seen as potential draws for young professionals.
Japan reveals hint of new defense spending target in fiscal blueprint
The Self-Defense Forces' Type 16 mobile combat vehicle fires during a joint live-fire drill with U.S. Marines as part of the annual Resolute Dragon exercises in Yufu, Oita Prefecture, on June 28.

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