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Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium

📍 1-3 Minato-machi, Minato-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 455-0033, Japan

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Quick Facts

Location: Japan, Nagoya
Category: Zoo & Aquarium
Duration: 1-2 hours
Opening Hours: Daily 09:30-17:30
Ticket Price: Adult: 2,030 JPY · Child: 1,010 JPY (elementary and junior high students)
Address: 1-3 Minato-machi, Minato-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 455-0033, Japan
Coordinates: 35.1006, 136.8873

Introduction

Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium, crowned by a distinctive white dome on Nagoya Port's Garden Pier, is one of the world's largest aquariums. The north building traces a journey across the Pacific from the icy Antarctic to the South Seas, while the south building recreates Japan's home waters with a huge orca pool and dolphin stadium. Daily shows featuring killer whales, dolphins and belugas pack the stands. Check the feeding and performance times on arrival to plan your route through the exhibits.

✨ Highlights

One of the World's Largest Aquariums

Located on Nagoya Port's Garden Pier, the aquarium is split into a South Building and a North Building and ranks among the biggest in the world.

Two Ocean Journeys

The South Building recreates the seas of Japan as a habitat for dolphins and orcas, while the North Building takes visitors on a 'Journey to the Antarctic' across the Pacific.

Star Shows & an Iconic Dome

The daily orca and dolphin shows draw huge crowds, and the white dome has become a landmark of Nagoya Port.

Photo Opportunities

From leaping dolphins to the gleaming dome, there are memorable shots at every turn.

Easy Access

Conveniently located at the port, reachable by public transport or car.

🛈 Practical Info

→Address：1-3 Minato-machi, Minato-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 455-0033, Japan

→Suggested Duration：1-2 hours

→Tips：Check the official website for the latest information before you go.

→Transport：Reachable by car or public transport.

Opening Hours

Opening Hours
Tuesday	09:30-17:30
Wednesday	09:30-17:30
Thursday	09:30-17:30
Friday	09:30-17:30
Saturday	09:30-17:30
Sunday	09:30-17:30

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	2,030 JPY
Child	1,010 JPY (elementary and junior high students)
Free Admission	Free for ages 4 and under

💡 Tips

• Check the official website in advance for the latest opening hours, showtimes and ticket prices.

• Holidays and weekends get very crowded - arrive at opening time for a better experience.

• The port area also offers a museum and shopping, easily combined into a one-day itinerary.

• Note the show and feeding times on arrival to plan your route through both buildings.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium?

Tuesday: 09:30-17:30; Wednesday: 09:30-17:30; Thursday: 09:30-17:30; Friday: 09:30-17:30; Saturday: 09:30-17:30; Sunday: 09:30-17:30

How much is the admission for Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium?

Adult: 2,030 JPY; Child: 1,010 JPY (elementary and junior high students); Free Admission: Free for ages 4 and under

Any practical tips for visiting Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium?

Check the official website in advance for the latest opening hours, showtimes and ticket prices. Holidays and weekends get very crowded - arrive at opening time for a better experience.