Aquarium ・ Hiroshima

shin mariho aquariumシン・マリホ水族館

An urban aquarium inside Alpark in Hiroshima with the concept "a story that begins with a single drop of water." It presents animal behavior from a familiar perspective, including kuhli loaches, the symbiosis between the snowflake moray and the white-banded cleaner shrimp, and garden eels burrowing into sand.

Visit time
30–60 min Source
Opened
2025 (month/day unconfirmed) · about 1 years of history

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Basic Information

shin mariho aquarium basic information
TypeAquarium
LocationHiroshima
JAZA MembershipNon-member
Opened2025
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Kuhli loach exhibit

    Displayed in the "Shimmering Green Planet" area. Source

  2. Snowflake moray and white-banded cleaner shrimp symbiosis

    Observe a symbiotic relationship between different species. Source

  3. Garden eels burrowing

    A popular exhibit where you can watch them burrow into the sand. Source

  4. Flower hat jellyfish

    A jellyfish exhibit showing their nocturnal swimming. Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for shin mariho aquarium
Hours10:00–19:00 (last entry 18:30). Generally closed on the 3rd Thursday (some months in busy seasons have no closing day; check the operating calendar). Source

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

Plan your visit

Suggested visit time

30–60 min Source

Amenities and accessibility

  • Nursing roomNot available
  • ShopAvailable
  • LockersNot available
  • Pets allowedNot available
Source

Animals You Can Meet

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Events

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FAQ

When are you closed?
Generally the 3rd Thursday. Some months in busy seasons have no closing day. Source
Can I bring my pet?
Pets are not allowed (guide and service dogs are permitted). Source
How long does a visit take?
About 30 minutes to 1 hour. Source
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Are wheelchairs and strollers available to borrow?
Not in the aquarium itself, but they are available from Alpark (the shopping center). Source
Are there coin lockers?
Not in the aquarium itself, but lockers in Alpark can be used. Source

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Last verified: / Source: hiroshima.keizai.biz