Aquatotto Gifu is a four-story aquarium that recreates aquatic ecosystems ranging from the headwaters of the Nagara River to rivers and lakes around the world. Visitors can explore a fascinating world of water inhabited by approximately 250 species and more than 22,000 animals and plants, including not only fish but also reptiles, amphibians, and birds.
The exhibits feature some of the world’s largest freshwater fish, such as the Mekong giant catfish and arapaima, alongside charming animals like Asian small-clawed otters and capybaras. The aquarium offers an opportunity to observe the remarkable diversity of life that depends on freshwater environments.
This area recreates the waterfalls, streams, and ravines found around Kamasudani in Takasu Town, Gujo City. Visitors can see aquatic creatures native to the upper reaches of the Nagara River, including Yamato char, Japanese freshwater crabs, and black salamanders.
The exhibits recreate the river’s shallows and deep pools around Gujo City and Mino City. Here, visitors can observe species that inhabit the middle and lower reaches of the Nagara River, including cherry salmon, Japanese giant salamanders, sweetfish, and little egrets.
This floor introduces freshwater environments from around the globe, including the Mekong River, Congo River, and Lake Tanganyika. The exhibits feature fascinating species such as Mekong giant catfish, archerfish, and cichlids, highlighting the diversity of life in the world’s rivers and lakes.
The Amazon River area showcases the extraordinary aquatic life of South America’s great river system. Exhibits include arapaima, redtail catfish, piranhas, and electric eels.
At the Giant Tortoise Plaza, visitors can get close to Aldabra giant tortoises and experience the impressive size of these remarkable reptiles.
The Capybara Terrace offers an opportunity to observe capybaras and enjoy their relaxed, endearing behavior.
At the Clear Stream Touch Pool, visitors can touch fish native to the Nagara River. This hands-on experience provides an engaging way to learn about the creatures that inhabit local freshwater ecosystems.
Aquatotto Gifu opened in 2004 in Kawashima Kasada-cho, Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture. Its distinctive fan-shaped building was inspired by the Roman letter “G,” the symbol associated with Gifu Prefecture.
Each floor has its own theme, guiding visitors on a journey from the headwaters of a local Japanese river to freshwater habitats around the world.
Aquatotto Gifu is one of the facilities in Kankyo Rakuen, a riverside park that welcomes visitors with a variety of recreational and nature-related attractions.
The aquarium is located beside the Kawashima Parking Area and Highway Oasis on the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway. Visitors traveling by car can park at the Highway Oasis and walk directly to the aquarium.
An annual passport is also available at a price equivalent to approximately two regular admissions, making it an attractive option for visitors who plan to return.
Weekdays 9:30-17:00
Weekends and holidays: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Closed several times a year when Riverside Park is closed
Adults 1,780 yen
Junior high school and high school students: 1,400 yen
Elementary school students: 900 yen
Infants (3 years and older) 500 yen
Gifu, Kawashima Parking Area (Highway Oasis) immediately