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No.0117In residence
Rin
リン
Reference photo of Killer Whale; this is not a photo of Rin
Killer WhaleOrcinus orca
- Sex
- Female
- Born
- November 13, 2012
DD— Data Deficient
Aquarium ・ Aichi · JAZA member
Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium名古屋港水族館
An aquarium at the Port of Nagoya consisting of a North Building and a South Building. Under the slogan "Let's go meet our friends of the sea," it focuses on large marine mammals, including beluga breeding and dolphin performances. Special programs such as hand-rearing of beluga calves and the Summer Night Aquarium are held from time to time.
- Access
- 5 minutes on foot from Exit 3 of Nagoyako Station on the Subway Meiko Line (transfer to the Meiko Line at Sakae Station on the Higashiyama Line, or at Kanayama Station on the Meitetsu and JR lines).
- Named individuals
- 3 individuals
Updated: ／ Source: nagoyaaqua.jp nagoyaaqua.jp nagoyaaqua.jp nagoyaaqua.jp
Exterior of Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium
Basic Information
| Type | Aquarium |
|---|---|
| Location | Aichi |
| JAZA Membership | JAZA member |
| Opened | Unconfirmed |
| Official / Social |
Highlights
Access
5 minutes on foot from Exit 3 of Nagoyako Station on the Subway Meiko Line (transfer to the Meiko Line at Sakae Station on the Higashiyama Line, or at Kanayama Station on the Meitetsu and JR lines). Source
Hours and Admission
| Hours | Regular season 9:30–17:30. Golden Week and summer vacation (late July–August) 9:30–20:00. Winter (December–mid-March) 9:30–17:00. Closed on Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a holiday; open every day during Golden Week, July–September, the New Year period, and spring break). Source |
|---|---|
| Admission | Aquarium only: adults and high school students ¥2,030; elementary and junior high students ¥1,010; preschoolers (age 4 and over) ¥500. Evening tickets (entry after 17:00) are discounted, e.g., adults and high school students ¥1,620. A combined ticket for four facilities including Nagoya Port Sea Train Land is also available. Source |
Hours and admission may change.Check the Official Site for the latest information.
Animals You Can Meet
3 animals
Reference photo of Killer Whale; this is not a photo of Rin
No.0126In residence
Nana
ナナ
Reference photo of Beluga Whale; this is not a photo of Nana
Beluga WhaleDelphinapterus leucas
- Sex
- Female
- Born
- July 25, 2007
LC— Least Concern
No.0143In residence
Yu
ユウ
Reference photo of Common Bottlenose Dolphin; this is not a photo of Yu
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Common Bottlenose DolphinTursiops truncatus
- Sex
- Female
- Born
- September 15, 2013
LC— Least Concern
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Residency Unconfirmed
Residency Unconfirmed 1 animal
We have not been able to confirm these animals are currently here through official sources. Please check the facility website for the latest information.
No.0144Status pending
Lucky
ラッキー
Common Bottlenose DolphinTursiops truncatus
- Sex
- Male
- Born
- October 2024
LC— Least Concern
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Events
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- Rin’s birthdayNovember 13
- Nana’s birthdayJuly 25
- Yu’s birthdaySeptember 15
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FAQ
- Are there closed days?
- Closed on Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a holiday). Open every day during Golden Week, July–September, the New Year period, and spring break. Source
- Can I re-enter on the same day?
- You can re-enter as many times as you like on the same day. A re-entry stamp is put on your hand for verification. Source
- How many kinds of animals are there?
- About 500 species and 50,000 animals from the sea (and some from rivers and ponds). Source
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- Where can I buy an annual pass?
- Online application is standard. On the day of your visit, go to the group reception next to the ticket counter on the 2nd floor of the North Building. Source
- How long does a visit take?
- About 2–3 hours to see the whole aquarium including the dolphin performance (about 15 minutes). Source
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| Facility | Adult admission | Hours | Visit time | Parking | Named residents |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens | ¥500 | — | — | 1,600 spaces | 5 |
| Hekinankaihin Suizokukan | ¥500 | — | — | — | — |
| Toyotashikuragaike Kouen | — | 10:00–16:30 | — | 874 spaces | — |
| Gifu World Fresh Water Aquarium | ¥1,780 | — | — | — | — |
| Okazakishihigashi Kouen Doubutsuen | — | — | — | — | — |
| Minamichitabichi Land | ¥2,200 | — | — | — | — |
| Japan Monkey Centre | ¥1,200 | — | — | — | — |
| Squirrel Village | ¥400 | — | — | — | — |
| Gamagoorishitakeshima Suizokukan | — | 09:00–17:00 | — | — | — |
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Last verified: ／ Source: www.jaza.jp www.jaza.jp