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Aquamarine Fukushima

Experience the rich ocean of Fukushima!!

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This aquarium was opened in 2000 near Onahama Port. Its theme is the current rip where the two currents Kuroshio and Oyashio meet, which bring rich blessings to the sea of Fukushima.

The aquarium’s main attraction is Shiome no Umi, the triangle tunnel sandwiched by two big aquariums, where you can experience the current rip, the meeting point of Kuroshio and Oyashio currents. Watch the bonito, sardine, flounder, herring and other fish that gather to the current rip. Make sure to look at Oyashio Ice Box with a collection of mackerels and rare creatures only seen in Oyashio here.

Another theme here is the environment aquarium. You can touch creatures around the beach at the petting pool “Janome Beach,” taste the fish you caught right at the fishing site, and try many other hands-on events. Also, go watch the feeding of spotted seals and sea lions at another aquarium.

Highlights

  • Two big aquariums, Shiome no Daisuiso, represent the current rip where Kuroshio and Oyashio currents meet.
  • Great hands-on experiences such as fishing where you can eat the fish you caught right there.
  • Step into Janome Beach bare feet and touch creatures near the ocean.
  • Near the Shiome no Daisuiso, there is a sushi restaurant. Watch the swimming fish and enjoy sushi.
  • Ribbon seals (in limited season) and many other creatures only seen here are on display.

Photos

  • Shiome no Daisuiso with fish living in Oyashio on one side and fish in Kuroshio on the other side

    Shiome no Daisuiso with fish living in Oyashio on one side and fish in Kuroshio on the other side

  • Shiome no Daisuiso

    Shiome no Daisuiso

  • Aquamarine Egg where children can experience fishing

    Aquamarine Egg where children can experience fishing

  • A corner that recreates a river’s habitat in Fukushima

    A corner that recreates a river’s habitat in Fukushima

  • A school of fish swims in the “Coral Ocean”

    A school of fish swims in the “Coral Ocean”

  • Outside, a natural environment is recreated in Janome Beach. You can walk in there bare-feet

    Outside, a natural environment is recreated in Janome Beach. You can walk in there bare-feet

Reviews

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  • Carlos Wam

    只有在教科書上學習到的親潮和黑潮,能夠實際看到水中環境生態,真是又上了一課。

Details

Name in Japanese
アクアマリンふくしま
Postal Code
971-8101
Address
50 Tatsumicho, Onahama, Iwaki City, Fukushima
Telephone
0246-73-2525
Hours
9:00am-5:30pm (Winter: until 5pm. Entry until an hour before closing)
Holiday
Open every day
Admission
Adult 1,850 yen, Elementary - High school student 900 yen
Directions
From JR Joban Line, Izumi Station, ride the Shin Joban Kotsu Bus, get off at Ion Mall Iwaki Onahama, and walk 5 min.
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)