A dazzling, glittering gold spectacle: Kawasaki Aquarium's first-ever special exhibition.

What kind of creature comes to mind when you hear the phrase "a creature that shines with gold"?
After seeing this special exhibit, you might start thinking of catfish.

From April 20, 2021 to June 30, 2021, the Kawasaki Aquarium (Kawasui) in Kawasaki City is hosting the "Golden Fish Expo ~Golden Catfish Discovered in the Tama River~". This exhibition features golden fish from all over the world, but for the first time, a golden catfish found in Kawasaki City is being specially exhibited.

This golden catfish was caught in the Tama River (Takatsu Ward, Kawasaki City) in June 2020. It was then donated to the Nikaryo Seseragi Museum and is currently on display at the Kawasaki Aquarium (Kawasaki Suisan). Its name was chosen through a public contest and it was named "Tamazun," a combination of "Tamagawa" (Tamagawa River) and "namazu" (catfish).

When you actually meet Tamazun, it really is golden, just like its name suggests. When light shines on it from above, the reflection makes it sparkle and shine, making it look even more golden. Apparently, it's called a yellow variant because it has very little pigment in its body, and it's rare throughout Japan.

Tamazun is so charming.

In addition to the Tamazun, nine other species of golden-colored fish, including the Asian Arowana, Dorado Catfish, and Golden Tetra, are on display in a special area. They really are all golden! The reason for their golden color varies depending on the species, ranging from microorganisms that develop on their bodies to making it easier for them to find mates, but the fact that the exact reason hasn't been determined yet adds to their mystery and sparks our interest in these creatures.

Asian Arowana

Golden Zebra Cliff

The fun doesn't end even after you've finished viewing the exhibits.
First, you can create your own original tote bag in the space adjacent to the exhibition booth. It's a lot of fun to choose your own design and colors and challenge yourself to create a one-of-a-kind tote bag.

Adults will get really hooked on this too.

Furthermore, after thoroughly enjoying the exhibits and creating your own original bag, we recommend trying the limited-edition golden menu items at the restaurants and cafes located within the venue. The menu is so extensive, featuring drinks, soft serve ice cream, waffles, and more, all themed around the Golden Fish Expo, that you'll be spoiled for choice. Enjoying the limited-edition menu while showing off your photos and bags to each other is sure to be a delightful experience.

Komorebi Cafe: Croissant Waffle (Golden Kiwi), Golden Lemonade, etc.
It's just a one-minute walk from the station and directly connected to the underground shopping area, so you can get there without getting wet even on rainy days. Furthermore, they had thorough COVID-19 precautions in place, such as temperature checks at the entrance and hand sanitizer dispensers throughout the premises.