Aquarium ・ Kagawa

SHIKOKU AQUARIUM四国水族館

A next-generation aquarium facing the Seto Inland Sea. It is not included in the JAZA list of full members.

Access
4 Hama-Ichibancho, Utazu, Ayauta District, Kagawa (inside Utazu Rinkai Park).
Visit time
90 min Source

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Exterior of SHIKOKU AQUARIUM
Photo: Totti / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Source / cropped

Basic Information

SHIKOKU AQUARIUM basic information
TypeAquarium
LocationKagawa
JAZA MembershipNon-member
OpenedUnconfirmed
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Seto Inland Sea Area

    Exhibits the ecosystem of the Seto Inland Sea. Source

  2. Pacific Area

    Introduces the creatures of the Kuroshio Current. Source

  3. Clear Stream and Lakeside Area

    Exhibits the river ecosystems of Shikoku. Source

  4. Sunset Scene

    A live dolphin performance. Source

  5. Water Play Zone

    A hands-on area for encounters with living creatures. Source

Access

4 Hama-Ichibancho, Utazu, Ayauta District, Kagawa (inside Utazu Rinkai Park). About a 12-minute walk from JR Utazu Station. By car, about 10 minutes from the Sakaide IC or about 5 minutes from the Sakaide-Kita IC. The aquarium's own parking lot has 223 spaces (¥600); during busy periods there is an overflow lot with about 450 spaces. Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for SHIKOKU AQUARIUM
Hours9:00–18:00 (last entry 30 minutes before closing). Hours vary by season. Open every day of the year, but closes for facility maintenance in winter. Source
AdmissionAdults (high school students / age 16 and over) ¥2,600; elementary and junior high students ¥1,400; preschoolers (age 3 and over) ¥700; under age 3 free. Half price on presentation of an original disability certificate. Discounts for groups (20 or more). Source

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

Plan your visit

Suggested visit time

90 min Source

Amenities and accessibility

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

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FAQ

Are there any closed days?
The aquarium is open every day of the year, but closes for facility maintenance in winter. Source
Can I take photos or videos?
Yes, for personal use. Tripods and selfie sticks may be restricted when crowded, and commercial photography is not allowed. Source
Can I enter with a wheelchair or stroller?
Wheelchairs are welcome. Strollers are also allowed, but viewing may be difficult when crowded. Source
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How long does a visit take?
About 1 hour 30 minutes for viewing alone. Source
Are pets allowed?
Pets are not allowed (guide dogs and assistance dogs are permitted if you notify a staff member). Source
When is the aquarium closed?
It is open every day of the year, but closes for maintenance in winter. Source

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