Aquarium ・ Aomori

AQUARIUM ASAMUSHI青森県営浅虫水族館

Established in 1924 as the marine biological station of the Faculty of Science, Tohoku Imperial University; opened to the public on July 24, 1983. Exhibits about 514 species and 11,000 animals. A member of the Japan Aquarium Association (JAA) rather than JAZA.

Access
1-25 Babayama, Asamushi, Aomori, Aomori Prefecture.
Visit time
90–120 min Source
Parking
398 spaces Source
Opened
1983 (month/day unconfirmed) · about 43 years of history

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Exterior of AQUARIUM ASAMUSHI
Photo: 663highland / CC BY 2.5 / Source / cropped

Basic Information

AQUARIUM ASAMUSHI basic information
TypeAquarium
LocationAomori
JAZA MembershipNon-member
Opened1983
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Tunnel Tank "Mutsu-wan no Umi"

    A tunnel tank recreating the ecosystem of Mutsu Bay. Source

  2. Marine Mammal Hall

    An area exhibiting sea lions and other marine mammals. Source

  3. Aqua Manabium

    A learning-oriented exhibit hall. Source

  4. Dolphin Performance

    A dolphin performance held as an event program. Source

Access

1-25 Babayama, Asamushi, Aomori, Aomori Prefecture. From JR Aomori Station, take the Aomori city bus to the Asamushi Suizokukan-mae stop. By car, about 15 minutes from the Aomori-Higashi Interchange via National Route 4, about 40 minutes from Aomori Station, or about 50 minutes from Aomori Airport. Source

Parking

398 spaces Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for AQUARIUM ASAMUSHI
Hours9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30). Source
AdmissionAdults ¥1,200; children (high school students and younger) free. Admission after the dolphin performance ends is ¥800 for adults. Disability certificate holders and one caregiver are exempt from admission. Source

Hours and admission may change.Check the Official Site for the latest information.

Plan your visit

Suggested visit time

90–120 min Source

Amenities and accessibility

  • Wheelchair rentalAvailable
  • Stroller rentalAvailable
  • Nursing roomAvailable
  • Food and drinkAvailable
  • ShopNot available
  • LockersAvailable
  • Pets allowedNot available
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Animals You Can Meet

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FAQ

How long does it take to see all the exhibits?
About 1.5–2 hours. Source
Is there parking?
Free parking: 398 spaces for cars, 15 accessible spaces, and 10 for buses. Open 8:30–17:00. Source
Are there coin lockers?
¥100 coin-return lockers (8 large, 32 small). Large ones are near the entrance, small ones near the tunnel tank. Source
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Are wheelchairs available?
7 available free of charge. Can be used outdoors. No reservation needed. Source
Are strollers available?
10 available free of charge (for ages 10 months to 2 years). No reservation needed. Source
Can I bring my pet?
Pets are not allowed. Assistance dogs (guide, service, and hearing dogs) may enter. Source
Learn More About This Facility’s Animals 350 species

Last verified: / Source: asamushi-aqua.com