Admission is 2,700 JPY (~$18.50) for adults and 1,400 JPY (~$9.60) for children ages 3-11; kids under 3 are free. Open daily 10am-8pm (last entry 7pm); check for seasonal extended hours. The whale shark tank is one of the largest in the world and is the undisputed highlight — take the spiral ramp slowly with young children. Nursing rooms are on floors 2 and 5 with clean changing facilities. Strollers are welcome on all ramps and elevators; arrive at opening to beat the crowds that build by noon.

Address: Kaigandori 1-1-10, Minato Ward, Osaka 552-0022, Japan

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Cost: Paid $$$