Echizen Matsushima Aquarium

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Echizen Matsushima Aquarium, Public aquarium in Tojinbo Onsen, Japan

The Echizen Matsushima Aquarium contains 350 species and 7,000 marine creatures, including rare fish from the Sea of Japan, penguins, otters, and seals.

The Echizen Matsushima Aquarium opened its doors on May 16, 1959, becoming a central marine educational facility in the Fukui Prefecture region.

The facility organizes daily presentations featuring dolphin performances and penguin walks, connecting visitors with marine life through educational demonstrations.

The aquarium provides free parking for 450 vehicles and offers accessibility features including ramps, elevators, complimentary wheelchairs, and baby carriages.

The Sango no Umi exhibit features a transparent floor where visitors can lie down and observe fish swimming directly underneath them.

Location: Sakai

Official opening: May 16, 1959

Website: https://echizen-aquarium.com

GPS coordinates: 36.25306,136.14719

Latest update: May 12, 2025 06:05

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