How do I get there from the nearest station?

About a 12-minute walk from Nishi-Uozu Station on the Toyama Chiho Railway. You can also take the Uozu city bus from Uozu Station to the Suizokukan-mae stop.

Can I visit with a wheelchair or stroller?

Yes, and wheelchairs and strollers are available for loan. However, as it is an older building, some areas are not fully barrier-free.

Pets are not allowed inside. Service dogs are permitted.

What are the hours and closing days?

9:00–17:00 (entry until 16:30). Closed on Mondays from December 1 through March 15 of the following year and over the New Year holidays (December 29–January 1).

Is there a nursing room?

There is a nursing room next to the restrooms on the 3rd floor.

Is there a discount for people with disabilities?

A discount applies on presentation of a disability certificate.

Are there coin lockers?

Yes, at the entrance and in the free rest area on the 1st floor; they take ¥100 coins.

Is there a restaurant inside?

There is no restaurant inside; food trucks sometimes set up on weekends.

Aquarium ・ Toyama

UOZU AQUARIUM魚津水族館

One of the oldest aquariums in Japan, exhibiting about 10,000 specimens of about 330 species, mainly fish of Toyama, under the theme "from the mountain streams of the Northern Japan Alps to the deep sea of Toyama Bay." The 2nd floor covers the living things of Toyama, and the 3rd floor has jungle and coral reef life plus a backyard corner.

Access: About a 12-minute walk from Nishi-Uozu Station on the Toyama Chiho Railway.
Opened: September 1913 · 113 years of history

Updated: 2026-09-09 ／ Source: www.uozu-aquarium.jp www.uozu-aquarium.jp www.uozu-aquarium.jp www.jaza.jp

Exterior of UOZU AQUARIUM — Photo: 極地狐 / CC BY-SA 2.0 / Source / cropped

Basic Information

UOZU AQUARIUM basic information
Type	Aquarium
Location	Toyama
JAZA Membership	Non-member
Opened	September 1913 Source
Official / Social	Official SiteX Instagram YouTube Facebook Source

Highlights

Toyama Bay large tank
A large tank bringing together the living things of Toyama Bay, with commentary at feeding time. Source
Deep-sea creature corner
An exhibit introducing creatures that live in the deep waters of Toyama Bay. Source
Seal pool and penguin corner
Observe seals and penguins up close. Source
Coral reef corner
A corner exhibiting creatures that live on coral reefs. Source

Access

About a 12-minute walk from Nishi-Uozu Station on the Toyama Chiho Railway. From Uozu Station, take the Uozu city bus to the Suizokukan-mae stop. By car, about 15 minutes from the Uozu IC or Namerikawa IC on the Hokuriku Expressway. Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for UOZU AQUARIUM
Hours	9:00–17:00 (entry until 16:30). Closed over the New Year holidays (December 29–January 1) and on Mondays from December 1 through March 15 of the following year (the next weekday if Monday is a holiday). Source
Admission	Adults (high school students and older) ¥1,000; elementary and junior high school students ¥500; preschoolers (age 3 and up) ¥200. Source

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How do I get there from the nearest station?: About a 12-minute walk from Nishi-Uozu Station on the Toyama Chiho Railway. You can also take the Uozu city bus from Uozu Station to the Suizokukan-mae stop. Source
Can I visit with a wheelchair or stroller?: Yes, and wheelchairs and strollers are available for loan. However, as it is an older building, some areas are not fully barrier-free. Source
Can I bring my pet?: Pets are not allowed inside. Service dogs are permitted. Source

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What are the hours and closing days?: 9:00–17:00 (entry until 16:30). Closed on Mondays from December 1 through March 15 of the following year and over the New Year holidays (December 29–January 1). Source
Is there a nursing room?: There is a nursing room next to the restrooms on the 3rd floor. Source
Is there a discount for people with disabilities?: A discount applies on presentation of a disability certificate. Source
Are there coin lockers?: Yes, at the entrance and in the free rest area on the 1st floor; they take ¥100 coins. Source
Is there a restaurant inside?: There is no restaurant inside; food trucks sometimes set up on weekends. Source

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Last verified: 2026-07-08 ／ Source: www.uozu-aquarium.jp www.uozu-aquarium.jp www.uozu-aquarium.jp www.jaza.jp