Miyajima Public Aquarium
4.2
(5.4k)This compact, family-friendly aquarium on Miyajima island focuses on the diverse marine life of the Seto Inland Sea. It features a variety of aquatic animals, including finless porpoises, sea lions, and penguins, across several themed sections. You'll find both indoor and outdoor exhibits, with a strong emphasis on interactive experiences.
Address
Japan, 〒739-0588 Hiroshima, Hatsukaichi, Miyajimachō, １０−３
Website
Opening Hours
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Thu)
Phone
+81 829-44-2010
Worth it?
Worth it if you want an interactive experience with marine life and don't mind a smaller aquarium
Skip if you're looking for vast exhibits or are sensitive to animals in smaller enclosures
Location
Japan, 〒739-0588 Hiroshima, Hatsukaichi, Miyajimachō, １０−３
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Highlights
The interactive displays are a real highlight, allowing you to see sea lions and penguins being fed, and even pet some animals like penguins and otters.
Unique exhibits like oyster rafts and the "Hatsukoi An" with koi and goldfish offer a different perspective on marine life.
Catch one of the frequent shows, such as the sea lion show or penguin feeding, which happen every 30 minutes to an hour.
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Who it's for
Families with kids and anyone curious about local aquatic fauna will enjoy this spot, especially those who appreciate interactive animal encounters.
Know before you go
Verbal explanations during shows are primarily in Japanese, but the visual experience transcends language barriers.
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Reviews
4.2
Very good
5 ReviewsVisitors generally enjoy the Miyajima Public Aquarium for its diverse marine life and interactive shows, with many highlighting the opportunity to touch some animals. While the facilities are clean and staff are friendly, some express concern about the size of certain animal enclosures.
Fun facts
The aquarium first opened in 1959 as a prefectural aquarium and has undergone several transfers and reconstructions since.
