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Otaru Aquarium

📍 Otaru Aquarium, Otaru, Japan
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★★★☆☆

Introduction

Otaru Aquarium sits on Otaru's Japan Sea side, themed on northern and cold-water life — seals, sea lions, cold-water fish and penguins, with an underwater tunnel and dolphin show. The coastal scenery is grand, a different face of 'sea-town' Otaru for families.

Highlights

1
Northern sea
Cold-water life, seals and penguins.
2
Underwater walk
A tunnel tank like the seabed.
3
Coastal family
Dolphin show and grand coast.

🛈 Practical Info

LocationCoastal Otaru, Hokkaido
Time neededabout 1.5 hours
AdmissionTicket required

💡 Tips

Pair with the canal and central Otaru.
Shows run on a schedule — check times.
Snowy winds in winter — mind transport and warmth.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Otaru Aquarium?

Pair with the canal and central Otaru. Shows run on a schedule — check times.