Aqua World-Ibaraki Prefectural Oarai Aquariumアクアワールド茨城県大洗水族館
This aquarium is located along the coast of Oarai Town, Higashiibaraki County, Ibaraki Prefecture, and is among the largest in the country. Sea mammals and oceanic/freshwater fish from around the world and Oarai Sea are kept here. Exhibits are divided into nine zones, like “The Encounter Sea” and “Seas of the World.” You can watch a variety of living creatures, like popular penguins and sunfish, or see the impressive shark tank. The dolphin and sea lion shows are particularly lively and popular.
Ibaraki Pref. Higashibarakigunoaraimachi Isohamachou 8252-3
0292675151
9:00-17:00
※depending on the season
Details
Address
Ibaraki Pref. Higashibarakigunoaraimachi Isohamachou 8252-3 [map]
Phone
0292675151
- Hours
- 9:00-17:00
※depending on the season - Closed
- Temporary Days closed in 6/Dec. There is
required inquiry - Fees
- [Admission fee]
[Adult] 1850yen
[Small/Junior High School Students] 930yen
[Child] 310yen
[Under 2 years old] Free - Parking Lot
- Available 750spaces(Free)
- Credit Card
- Available (VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, DinersClub, UnionPay)
Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN
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Ibaraki Main Areas
Just a stone’s throw from Tokyo, Ibaraki is a coastal prefecture that has mastered juxtapositions, where old shrines meet new scientific discoveries and traditional gardens are frequented by the inventors of some of the newest technology. Head to Mito City's Kairakuenーone of Japan's Three Great Gardensーin spring to experience the cellestial blooming of fantastic cherry blossoms at the annual sakura festival.
