Muroto Dolphin Center

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Muroto Dolphin Center

Dolphin time that lets you connect, feel, and smile.

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Set against the beautiful sea of Muroto in Kochi Prefecture, this hands-on attraction lets you do more than simply watch dolphins in a natural setting surrounded by the vast ocean—you can interact with them and experience them up close.

Its activities include a wide range of programs known for how close you can get to the dolphins. The most popular is the “Feeding Experience,” where you can touch dolphins from the poolside and take commemorative photos. Also popular are the “Trainer Experience,” where you take a lecture on dolphins and the marine environment before communicating with dolphins by giving actual signals, and the “Dolphin Swim,” where you swim with them while wearing a wetsuit and marine shoes.

Once you meet the dolphins’ round eyes and adorable gestures, you’re sure to smile and feel uplifted. Another major draw is that all the dolphins kept here are friendly, making it easy to interact with them safely even on your first visit.

The area around Cape Muroto, where the facility is located, is a stunning scenic area shaped by dramatic rocky shores and the blue sea. Along with a moving dolphin encounter, take time to enjoy the full appeal of this great natural setting.

Highlights

  • A facility set by the nature-rich sea where you can not only watch dolphins, but also enjoy hands-on interaction experiences.
  • A wide variety of activities that bring you close to the dolphins are available.
  • Popular programs include the “Feeding Experience,” “Trainer Experience,” and “Dolphin Swim.”
  • You can safely interact with friendly dolphins, and everyone is sure to leave smiling.

Photos

  • Interact with dolphins and feel like a trainer

    Interact with dolphins and feel like a trainer

  • The “Feeding Experience,” where you can actually touch dolphins, is the most popular program

    The “Feeding Experience,” where you can actually touch dolphins, is the most popular program

  • The “Dolphin Swim” is sure to make everyone smile

    The “Dolphin Swim” is sure to make everyone smile

  • The surrounding area offers spectacular views of rocky shores and the blue sea

    The surrounding area offers spectacular views of rocky shores and the blue sea

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?

A

Yes.

Q

Are coin lockers available?

A

There are no coin lockers, but lockers with keys are available. However, large items such as suitcases will not fit, so they can be stored at reception.

Q

Are there smoking areas?

A

Yes, in part of the outdoor parking area.

Q

Are there sightseeing spots nearby?

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Nearby spots include Cape Muroto, The Whale Museum, and the Closed School Aquarium.

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Details

Name in Japanese
室戸ドルフィンセンター
Postal Code
781-7101
Address
6810-162 Kujirahama, Murotomisaki-cho, Muroto City, Kochi Prefecture
Phone
0887-22-1245
Closed on
Wednesdays from April to June and from October to March of the following year (may be open if Wednesday is a national holiday, or during winter break, spring break, etc.)
Hours
10:00 am–5:00 pm (Last admission at 4:30 pm)
Admission
Adults 550 yen, children 440 yen, preschool children free (Feeding Experience 660 yen, Trainer Experience 2,200 yen, Dolphin Swim 9,900 yen)
Access
Approx. 10-minute walk from the “Muroto Eigyosho” bus stop on the Kochi Tobu Kotsu bus
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official website
Official website (Japanese)