Otaru Aquarium, Public aquarium in Otaru, Japan
Located on the coast of Hokkaido, the Otaru Aquarium houses 250 marine species in natural seawater tanks supplied directly from the Sea of Japan.
The Otaru Aquarium, established in 1959, stands as one of the first public aquariums in Hokkaido and continues to expand its marine life collection.
The aquarium presents daily performances featuring seals, dolphins, and penguins, reflecting Japanese dedication to precise animal training and entertainment.
Visitors can access the aquarium by taking a dedicated bus from Otaru Station, with combination tickets including transportation and admission available.
The facility maintains the only harbor porpoise in captivity within Japan, displayed in a specialized tank with natural seawater conditions.
Location: Otaru
Inception: January 1959
Website: https://otaru-aq.jp/page-2236
GPS coordinates: 43.23681,141.01125
Latest update: May 21, 2025 05:23
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