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NIFREL Living Museum
The concept is "touching the senses"
A new type of museum that combines the elements of an aquarium, zoo, and art museum.
Basic information
Produced by Kaiyukan, this museum transcends the genres of aquarium, zoo, and art museum, allowing visitors to intuitively enjoy the charms of living creatures and nature. The exhibition theme is "diversity," and the eight exhibition areas feature exhibits that focus on the individuality of living creatures, such as their colors and behaviors.
■Exhibition area
Experience the charm of living creatures and nature in areas such as "Experience Swimming," "WONDER MOMENTS," "Experience Hiding," and "Experience Movement." Enjoy the connections between the diverse lives and personalities woven together by each installation (spatial exhibit).
■Other
The museum also houses the cafe "EAT EAT EAT" and the museum shop "NIFREL x NIFREL." Why not enjoy a picnic-like meal while getting up close to the creatures, or enjoy some shopping that will touch your senses?
| Event period and date | All year round |
|---|---|
| Business hours and holidays | [Weekdays] 10:00-18:00 [Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays] 9:30-19:00 Closed: EXPOCITY temporary closing days (1-2 days per year) *Please check the website for details. |
| Price | Adults: 2,400 yen (from March 18, 2026. Until March 17, it is 2,200 yen) |
| Contact Us | Nifrel Information 0570-022-060 |
| Official website | https://www.nifrel.jp/ |
| Address | Nifrel, EXPOCITY, 2-1 Senri Expo Park, Suita City |
| Access |
A short walk from Expo'70 Commemorative Park Station on the Osaka Monorail |
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