Aqua World Ibaraki Prefecture Oarai Aquarium

One of Japan's largest aquariums, boasting the highest number of captive sharks in the country

One of Japan’s largest aquariums, boasting the highest number of captive sharks in the country. The 68,000 living creatures of 580 species housed across 60 tanks of various sizes, will immerse you in the dynamic and exciting “New World Sea.”

The aquarium boasts the largest number of sharks in Japan, and is one of the top class aquariums in the country, where you can encounter 68,000 aquatic creatures of approximately 580 species from around the world. The “Dolphins and Sea Lions Ocean Live” held daily is highly popular. Humorous sea lions and dynamic dolphins perform in a hall overlooking the Oarai Sea.

Time
9:00 - 17:00 (Last admission at 16:00)
Closed
Closed for maintenance in June and December
Parking
Yes
Phone number
029-267-5151
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