Aquarium ・ Hokkaido · JAZA member

Sakenofurusatochitose Suizokukanサケのふるさと千歳水族館

The largest freshwater aquarium in Hokkaido. Located beside the Chitose River, it has Japan's first underwater observation zone, where you can watch river life throughout the four seasons. Centered on salmon and their relatives, it exhibits everything from Hokkaido's freshwater fish to freshwater life from around the world.

Access
About 900 m (about 15 minutes on foot) from JR Chitose Station.
Opened
September 10, 1994 · 32 years of history

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Exterior of Sakenofurusatochitose Suizokukan
Photo: Psjk2106 / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Source / cropped

Basic Information

TypeAquarium
LocationHokkaido
JAZA MembershipJAZA member
OpenedSeptember 10, 1994 Source
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Underwater Observation Zone

    Japan's first exhibit of its kind, beside the Chitose River, where you can watch the wildlife of each season up close. Source

  2. Indian Water Wheel

    An outdoor display of the water wheel used to catch salmon. Source

Access

About 900 m (about 15 minutes on foot) from JR Chitose Station. Located inside the Michi-no-Eki Salmon Park Chitose roadside station. Source

Hours and Admission

HoursRegular hours (March 1–November 30): 9:00–17:00. Reduced winter hours (December 1–28, January 2–11, February 1–28): 10:00–16:00. Closed for the New Year period December 29, 2026–January 1, 2027, and for maintenance January 12–31, 2027. Source
AdmissionIndividuals: adults ¥800, high school students ¥500, elementary and junior high students ¥300. Groups (10 or more): adults ¥600, high school students ¥400, elementary and junior high students ¥200. Infants and toddlers free. Source

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

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Amenities and accessibility

  • Wheelchair rentalAvailable
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FAQ

Are there regular closed days?
Apart from the New Year closure (December 29–January 1) and a maintenance closure in late January, there are no regular closed days. Source
Is there parking?
You can use the Michi-no-Eki Salmon Park Chitose parking lot, which is free. Source
How long does a visit take?
Most visitors spend about 30–40 minutes. Source
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How do I get there from New Chitose Airport?
By public transportation, get off at JR Chitose Station and walk about 15 minutes. By taxi, it is about 7 km, roughly ¥2,500. Source
Is there a group discount?
Yes, group rates apply for 10 or more paying visitors. Source
Are wheelchairs and strollers available for rent?
Wheelchairs and strollers are lent free of charge. No advance reservations are accepted, and numbers are limited. Source

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Facility Adult admission Hours Visit time Parking Named residents
Shinsapporosanpiaza Suizokukan ¥1,200 10:00–17:00 — — —
AOAO SAPPORO ¥2,200 10:00–22:00 — — —
Sapporoshimaruyama Doubutsuen ¥800 — — — 6

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