Aquarium ・ Shizuoka

Shimoda Aquarium下田海中水族館

An aquarium in Shimoda, Shizuoka Prefecture, operated by Fujita Kanko. Centered on the Aqua Dome Perry, a floating passenger ship converted into an exhibit space, it holds dolphin, sea lion, seal, and penguin shows at the sea stage and Marine Stadium, and offers many hands-on dolphin programs.

Access
By car, from the Tomei Expressway via the Izu Chuo Road and Shuzenji Road, about 40 km from the Tsukigase IC.
Parking
200 spaces Source
Opened
1967 (month/day unconfirmed) · about 59 years of history

Updated: ／ Source: shimoda-aquarium.com shimoda-aquarium.com shimoda-aquarium.com ja.wikipedia.org

Basic Information

TypeAquarium
LocationShizuoka
JAZA MembershipNon-member
Opened1967
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Aqua Dome Perry

    A passenger-ship-themed facility at the center of several hands-on dolphin programs. Source

  2. Marine Stadium shows

    The dolphin show "Marine Fantasy," a sea lion show, the seal show "Smile Ship," and the penguin show "Peta-Peta March." Source

Access

By car, from the Tomei Expressway via the Izu Chuo Road and Shuzenji Road, about 40 km from the Tsukigase IC. By train, from Izukyu-Shimoda Station on the Izukyu Line, 7 minutes by scheduled bus, 5 minutes by taxi, or 25 minutes on foot. Source

Parking

200 spaces Source

Hours and Admission

HoursNormally 9:30–16:30. Spring break (March 20–April 5) 9:00–16:30; Golden Week (May 2–6), summer vacation (July 25–August 23), and Silver Week (September 19–23) 8:30–17:00. Last entry is generally 60 minutes before closing. A visit takes about 90–120 minutes. Closed December 15–18 for facility maintenance. Source
AdmissionAdults (junior high and up) ¥2,500; children (age 4 to elementary school) ¥1,250. Holders of a disability certificate pay half the regular rate (one companion at the same rate). Group discounts: 10 or more ¥2,000/¥1,000, 30 or more ¥1,800/¥900, 80 or more ¥1,600/¥800. Source

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

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FAQ

How much is admission?
Adults (junior high and up) ¥2,500; children (age 4 to elementary school) ¥1,250. Holders of a disability certificate pay half the regular rate (one companion at the same rate). Source
What are the opening hours?
Normally 9:30–16:30, but opening is earlier during spring break, Golden Week, summer vacation, and Silver Week (as early as 8:30). Last entry is generally 60 minutes before closing. Source
Is there parking?
Free parking for 200 passenger cars and 10 buses. Source
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How do I get there from the nearest station?
From Izukyu-Shimoda Station on the Izukyu Line, about 7 minutes by Tokai Bus (adults ¥230), about 5 minutes by taxi, or about 25 minutes on foot. Source
How long does a visit take?
About 90 to 120 minutes as a guide. Source
Are there closing days?
Closed from Tuesday, December 15 to Friday, December 18, 2026, for facility maintenance. Source

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Last verified: ／ Source: shimoda-aquarium.com ja.wikipedia.org