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Go on a healing journey where you can interact with a variety of sea creatures

Located in Iwami Seaside Park with stunning views of the Sea of Japan, Shimane Marine Museum Aquas showcases around 400 species and 10,000 sea creatures. Highlights include the beluga whale's "Bubble Ring of Happiness" performance, believed to bring good luck, the "Penguin Pavilion" with about 60 penguins up close, and the 1,000-ton aquarium where sharks and rays glide gracefully.Don’t miss the fun sea lion and seal shows, along with many other attractions. Explore the enchanting world of marine life as if taking a leisurely stroll through the ocean.

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Beluga Performance Pool

A pool where you can see a variety of performances by the only beluga whale kept in captivity in western Japan. Don't miss the "Happiness Bubble Ring (R)," which is made with bubbles that blow out of your mouth, and the "Happiness Magic Magic Ring," which blows out a large ring from a fumarole.

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Observe Flying Penguins Up Close

When you look up from below, you can see the penguins swimming as if they were flying in the sky. If you look through the small window, you can see it as if you were underwater. What's more, the renovated indoor pool is now able to simulate snowfall, making it possible to observe penguins more vividly.

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Reopening in March 2022

The venue has been reopened as a new production space with the theme of "Aquas falling in light", where sea creatures and projection mapping co-exist. The fusion of beluga whales and projection mapping is a must-see.

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surrounded by rich nature One of the largest aquariums in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions

An aquarium where you can interact with many sea creatures. Check out the performance schedule of the creatures you're interested in so you don't miss out, and enjoy it with your family, friends, and other loved ones.

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Performance Poolbeluga whale

A pool where you can see a variety of performances by the only beluga whale kept in captivity in western Japan. Don't miss the "Happiness Bubble Ring (R)," which is made with bubbles that blow out of your mouth, and the "Happiness Magic Magic Ring," which blows out a large ring from a fumarole.
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flying penguinObserve up close

When you look up from below, you can see the penguins swimming as if they were flying in the sky. If you look through the small window, you can see it as if you were underwater. What's more, the renovated indoor pool is now able to simulate snowfall, making it possible to observe the penguins more vividly.
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In March 2022Reopening

It has been reopened as a new production space with the theme of "Aquas with falling lights", where sea creatures and projection mapping co-exist. The fusion of beluga whales and projection mapping is a must-see.
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nice for family"Kids room"

A cute "kids room" with sea creatures drawn on it. The room has a slide and dome-shaped play equipment where children can play freely, and you can also enjoy taking commemorative photos. There is a nursing room next door, so families with children can feel at ease.
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Large athletics are funAquas Land

A vast park with athletic play equipment adjacent to the aquarium. The large slide, which is about 60m long and has a drop of 16m, is a great activity for both children and adults alike. Barrier-free design allows the whole family to enjoy the whole day together.
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Shimane Prefectural Shimane Marine Museum Aquas

Address

1117-2 kushiro Town, Hamada City, Shimane

Access

[Car] From Sanyo: Approximately 6 minutes from Hamada Higashi IC on San'in Expressway Gotsu Road; From Matsue: Approximately 5 minutes from Gotsu Nishi IC on Sanin Expressway Gotsu Road; From Hagi/Tsuwano: Take National Route 9 towards Matsue/Izumo. Approximately 10 minutes towards Matsue after passing through Hamada Bypass [Train] 10 minutes walk along Aquas Road from Namiko Station on the JR Sanin Main Line

Official Website

https://aquas.or.jp/

TEL

+81-855-28-3900

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Business hours

9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (Last admission 1 hour before closing) *9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. from 7/20 to 8/31

Regular Holiday

Tuesday (the next day if Tuesday is a holiday) *Open during Golden Week, July 20th to August 31st, winter break, and spring break

Fee

Individuals/Adults: 1,550 yen, Elementary/Middle School/High School Students: 500 yen, Groups (20 or more paying visitors)/Adults: 1,250 yen, Elementary/Middle School/High School Students: 400 yen, Aquas Fan Club (Annual Passport)/Adults: 4,150 yen, Elementary, junior high and high school students: 1,400 yen, Educational use/chaperoning teachers: Free, Elementary, junior high and high school students: 400 yen, Physically disabled persons/Adults: 770 yen, Elementary, junior high and high school students: 250 yen

Parking

2,000 units