Joetsu Aquarium, Public aquarium in Gochi, Japan.
The Joetsu Aquarium spans three floors and features a giant tank containing 38,000 fish from fifty species native to the Sea of Japan.
Founded as a private facility in 1934, the aquarium transitioned to municipal ownership in 1954 and underwent multiple relocations due to coastal erosion.
The facility received the prestigious BCS Prize for its architectural design by Nihon Sekkei, which integrates modern elements with marine exhibition spaces.
The aquarium operates daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and stands fifteen minutes on foot from Naoetsu Station on the JR Echigo-Tokimei Line.
The outdoor infinity pool creates an optical illusion where the aquarium water appears to merge seamlessly with the Sea of Japan.
Location: Gochi
Location: Joetsu
Architects: Nihon Sekkei
Opening Hours: Segunda-feira-Domingo 09:00-17:00
Phone: +81255432449
Website: https://umigatari.jp/joetsu
GPS coordinates: 37.17352,138.23299
Latest update: May 12, 2025 13:46
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