Aquarium ・ Tochigi

Sakanatomorinokansatsuenさかなと森の観察園

A public outreach facility of the Japan Fisheries Research and Education Agency's Nikko office, on the shore of Lake Chuzenji in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture. It has a history of more than 100 years, having been founded in 1890 (Meiji 23) as a hatchery of the Imperial Household Ministry. It exhibits inland salmonids such as the lake trout unique to Lake Chuzenji, honmasu, yamame, amago, and rainbow trout, as well as sturgeon, and offers feeding experiences.

Opened
1890 (month/day unconfirmed) · about 136 years of history

Updated: / Source: www.fra.go.jp www.nikko-kankou.org

Basic Information

Sakanatomorinokansatsuen basic information
TypeAquarium
LocationTochigi
JAZA MembershipNon-member
Opened1890
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Lake trout

    An exhibit of a species found only in Lake Chuzenji. Source

  2. Salmon and trout viewing

    Several salmonid species on display, including honmasu, yamame, amago, and rainbow trout. Source

  3. Sturgeon exhibit

    Bester sturgeon on display. Source

  4. Fish Information Hall

    Opened in 2006. A learning facility where you can learn about fisheries research through play. Source

Animals You Can Meet

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Learn More About This Facility’s Animals 350 species

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