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Shimoda

静岡県

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Tourist Information of This Area

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Aquarium with the charm of interacting with dolphins

This aquarium is a rare spot where visitors can enjoy interacting with dolphins and even swim with them. In addition to dolphins, there are also seal and sea turtle exhibits, making it a great place to enjoy many aquatic creatures.

Features & How to Enjoy

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Highlights

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World's First Aquarium Floating on the Sea

The Shimoda Floating Sea Aquarium is the first aquarium in Japan to be built as a floating circular aquarium on the sea. The view from the tanks is spectacular, allowing you to observe sea creatures up close. The aquarium exhibits a wide variety of fish, making it enjoyable for both children and adults. In addition, various events such as dolphin shows and penguin walks are held, making it a popular destination.

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Exciting Shows are the Attraction

At the Shimoda Underwater Aquarium, various shows are held, including a powerful sea lion show using a huge tank, and a beautiful dolphin show held on the sea. Not only can you watch the shows, but you can also have interactive experiences with dolphins and sea lions, which is very popular with children. Another feature is the ability to observe various creatures such as sea turtles and penguins up close.

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Enjoy Delicious Lunch in the Surrounding Area

Around the Shimoda Underwater Aquarium, there are many restaurants and traditional Japanese-style restaurants where you can enjoy delicious cuisine made with fresh seafood and local specialties. Especially in the Shimoda area, where fresh and delicious fish are caught, seafood restaurants are popular! During lunchtime, popular restaurants among tourists can be very crowded, so it's recommended to make a reservation in advance after deciding where to go. Please enjoy the delicious cuisine of Shimoda!

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Abundant Tourist Spots in the Surrounding Area

In addition to the aquarium, there are many tourist spots around the Shimoda Underwater Aquarium. For example, at the Shimoda Ropeway, you can enjoy the view of Mt. Nesugata. At the Shimoda Fish Market, you can buy fresh seafood. There are various attractive tourist spots in the Shimoda area, so why not extend your visit to other spots when you come to the Shimoda Underwater Aquarium?

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Enjoy Limited-Time Exhibits

At the Shimoda Underwater Aquarium, in addition to regular exhibits, limited-time exhibits are also held and are popular among many people. During these exhibits, you can see fish that you normally wouldn't be able to see. Seasonal events are also held, such as beach cleaning events to keep Shimoda's beaches clean during sea turtle nesting season. Why not participate in these limited-time events and exhibits?

Point 6

Interact with Dolphins at the Aquarium

The keyword at Shimoda Underwater Aquarium is playing with dolphins! As the name suggests, this aquarium is known for its feature of being able to interact with dolphins. You can enter the water and touch the dolphins, feed them, observe dolphin training up close, and watch dolphin shows from a close distance. Shimoda Underwater Aquarium, where you can see various types of dolphins, is popular among many children. Why not come and play with the dolphins?

Point 7

Dive in a Large Tank with Fish

The Shimoda Aquarium offers a special activity called the "Aquarium Dome Perry Submarine Large Tank Diving". This aquarium is a theme park that recreates the sea of Izu, and the large tank, which holds 600 cubic meters of water, is home to over 10000 creatures, including more than 50 types of fish, invertebrates, and seaweed. You can enter this large tank by scuba diving. Since it's an experience dive, no diving license is required, and beginners are welcome. Participants need to bring swimwear and a towel, and anyone between the ages of 10 and 64 who is in good health can participate. After changing into a wetsuit, you will receive a brief lecture on diving from the instructor and then dive into the large tank. Underwater, a professional instructor will accompany you and take care of you, so even those who are anxious can feel at ease. Please enjoy the adventure of the sea with the "Aquarium Dome Perry Submarine Large Tank Diving".

Access

Access to the Shimoda Aquarium

There are various ways to access the Shimoda Aquarium. If you are coming by car, take the Izu Chuo Expressway and Shuzenji Road from the Tomei Expressway, which is about 40km from the Tsukigase IC. The aquarium has a parking lot and parking is free. There are parking spaces for 200 cars and 10 buses. If you are coming by train, you can use the Izu Kyuko Line to access the Shimoda Aquarium from Izu Kyukou Shimoda Station. Please take advantage of the convenient access methods and come to the Shimoda Aquarium.

Fee

Limited-Time Special Web Discount Plan for Great Savings

The admission fee is 2,100 yen for adults (junior high school students and above) and 1,050 yen for children (from 4 years old to elementary school students). In addition, a limited-time special web discount plan is also available for advance purchase. With this plan, adults can receive a 200 yen discount (1,900 yen), children can receive a 100 yen discount (950 yen), and those aged 65 and over can enter for 1,800 yen. When presenting a discount coupon, please show it to the staff either as a printout or on a mobile device screen. The opening hours are from 9:30 to 16:30 from November 1, 2022 to February 28, 2023, and from 9:00 to 16:30 from March 1 to October 31, 2023 (excluding certain periods). During the spring break period (from March 25 to April 2) and the Golden Week period (from April 29 to May 7), the opening hours are from 9:00 to 17:00, and during the summer vacation period (from July 22 to August 27), the opening hours are from 8:30 to 17:30. However, the aquarium will be closed for maintenance from December 12 to December 15, 2023. Purchase advance tickets and enjoy the aquarium at a discounted price.

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