Shirahama Aquarium, Kyoto University

Aquarium

4.0

This aquarium is annexed to the Kyoto University marine laboratory, and it’s open to the public for a fee. There are four different exhibits, with sharks, rays, large migratory fish, species from the neighboring waters, freshwater fish, and more on display. It also has one of the country’s best collections of invertebrates, including sea anemones, sea cucumbers, and more. There’s a 250-ton tank as well, making this a popular tourist spot. It’s also great for academic study.

Spot details

Address: Wakayama Pref. Nishimurogunshirahamachou 459 Map
Area: Shirahama Area
Phone: 0739423515
Hours: 9:00-17:00 (admission until 16:30)
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Admission fee]
[Adults (High school students and above)]600yen
[Children (Elementary/Junior high school students)]200yen
Parking Lot: Available(40spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available (Outdoor smoking space only Available)
Wi-Fi: Not available
Note: Temporary closure:Currently closed (information as of May 1, 2020)
* Information may be changed, so please be sure to check the official information.
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000yen
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available
Pet friendly: Not possible (possible if not lowered to the floor)

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Itineraries about this spot

Relaxing one-day road trip along the Nishimuro coastline

1 day(s)

Review

Very nice place to visit in Shirahama

Reviewed : 2017.09.23

This is an aquarium located in the marine station of Kyoto University. Its small, but highly educational. Professors take time to curate maybe during weekdays. Entrance fee is only 600¥, free for...
Good thing to do if you are around

Reviewed : 2015.12.21

30 mins to 1 hour would be enough. A lot of different kind of fishes. 600 yen admission fee. When I visited this Aquarium, me and my wife were the only visitors.
Small but ice thing to do with kids for an hour; good value.

Reviewed : 2015.12.14

Our daughter was a bit bored as we wondered around. This cheered her up no end. It only cost about $15 (AUD) for the 3 of us. Only took 30-45 minutes.