Miyajima Public Aquarium
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🗾🏞️🌲 Japan's Three Scenic Wonders - Matsushima & Miyajima 🏝️🌳🐉
KeiraKeira
250
Japan's aquariums are engrossing, intriguing locations that provide tourists of all ages with a magical experience. Miyajima’s aquarium is renowned for its creative layouts, instructive displays, and extensive collections of marine life that offer a glimpse into the fascinating world that lies beneath the surface of the water. A wide variety of aquatic animals can be seen in these aquariums, including hypnotic jellyfish, majestic sharks, playful dolphins, elegant sea turtles, and vibrant tropical fish. The necessity of protecting our oceans, conservation initiatives, and marine habitats are all covered in detail through interactive exhibits and thoughtfully chosen displays. Japanese aquariums are known for their meticulous arrangement and design, which evokes awe and delight by mimicking natural ecosystems. Visitors may get up close and personal with marine life in situations that replicate their natural habitats thanks to enormous tanks with expansive viewing windows that immerse them in the underwater world. Furthermore, a lot of Japanese aquariums provide interesting activities like feeding sessions, live performances, touch pools, and educational programs, going above and beyond simple viewing. By enhancing the visiting experience, these activities help people appreciate and comprehend marine life on a deeper level. One of the main characteristics of Japanese aquariums is their dedication to teaching and conservation. Numerous establishments engage in research, endangered species breeding initiatives, and public awareness campaigns aimed at advancing marine conservation. These aquariums frequently provide a calm, placid atmosphere that allows guests to appreciate the diversity and beauty of aquatic life in a peaceful setting. Japanese aquariums are useful hubs for raising knowledge and respect for the world's oceans in addition to being enjoyable attractions due to their seamless integration of education, entertainment, and conservation initiatives. In conclusion, Japanese aquariums provide a fun and instructive experience that highlights the value of environmental preservation while presenting the beauties of marine life. A visit to an aquarium in Japan offers a compelling voyage into the intriguing world beneath the sea, perfect for families, marine lovers, or anybody looking for a unique and immersive experience.
Manpreet SinghManpreet Singh
10
Quite disturbing seeing the horrific conditions the animals were kept in. Bland, sterile tanks which were clearly much too small. The mammals have numerous injuries, likely suffered as a result of the poor conditions. Even most of the fish and other sea life were just in little boxes, without even enough room to swim around a bit. The octopus enclosure was little bigger than a breadbox, painted plain blue and only contained a few pots the octopuses were hiding in. There was little information about animal habitats or conservation, just a few facts about each creature presented only in Japanese. Really regret paying an entry fee here, as it's nothing short of supporting animal abuse.
Stefan KoetsierStefan Koetsier
180
Enjoyed the highlights on animal life in the Seto Inland Sea, particularly the display on oyster cultivation however I can only give 2 stars because this facility had captive porpoises in a tank too small for them, penguins with their flippers tied for contact with the public, and other instances of inadequate habitats or risk of contact with the public (tanks where children could easily contact animals if unsupervised, an otter in an enclosure with only a rubbermaid tote of water, massive sea lions in a small pool, etc.). I reccomend enjoying the nature walks to avoid supporting this facility. There also wasn't enough educational content in the aquarium.
Jenna MJenna M
00
A cute and unexpected find on the island. We were happy there were lockers to use prior to entering, and for only ¥100. You pay for your tickets using the vending both at the inside entrance then provide the ticket to the clerk after scanning yourself in, which seems redundant. There's lots of fish to see, there's explanations of oyster farming and how that's common in the area, a couple of kids activity areas, and touch tanks. The primary exhibit is the shark and stingrays, which takes up a majority of the aquarium. I felt badly for the porpoises and penguins being in such small tanks. My personal favorite was the octopi.
Amber KosloskiAmber Kosloski
00
We were very impressed with this aquarium. The tanks on display were numerous and very well presented. The animals are all well cared for. They have shows and presentations at different times of the day, which is obtained via a leaflet at the entrance and also announced via PA. This is one of the very best aquariums we have seen. We highly recommend visiting. Prices are great. Aud $15 per adult. Less for children. It cost less than aud $50 for a family of four. Note that credit cards are not able to be used for purchasing tickets at this time. (not sure about the shop).
Tracey BuoroTracey Buoro
00
Nearby Attractions Of Miyajima Public Aquarium
Itsukushima Jinja
Itsukushima Shrine
Itsukushima Jinja Otorii (Grand Torii Gate)
Daishoin
Momijidani Park
Miyajima Omotesandō Shopping Street
Hokokujinja Senjokaku Pavilion
iwaso
Itsukushima Jinja Gojūnotō
Toyokuni Shrine Five-Story Pagoda

Itsukushima Jinja
4.6
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Itsukushima Shrine
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Itsukushima Jinja Otorii (Grand Torii Gate)
4.6
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Daishoin
4.6
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Nearby Restaurants Of Miyajima Public Aquarium
Yakigaki No Hayashi
Kakiya
Miyajima Anago Meshi Mametanuki
Fujitaya Anagomeshi (Conger Eel)
Starbucks Coffee - Itsukushima Omotesando
Miyajima Itsuki Coffee
Miyajima Coffee
MIYAJIMA BREWERY
Miyajima Base
Miyajima Shokudou

Yakigaki No Hayashi
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Kakiya
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Miyajima Anago Meshi Mametanuki
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Fujitaya Anagomeshi (Conger Eel)
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Basic Info
Address
Japan, 〒739-0588 Hiroshima, Hatsukaichi, Miyajimacho, 10−3
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Phone
+81 829-44-2010
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Website
miyajima-aqua.jp
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Overview
4.2
(2.3K reviews)
Ratings & Description
cultural
entertainment
family friendly
Description
Miyajima Public Aquarium is an aquarium on the island of Itsukushima in Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japan.
attractions: Itsukushima Jinja, Itsukushima Shrine, Itsukushima Jinja Otorii (Grand Torii Gate), Daishoin, Momijidani Park, Miyajima Omotesandō Shopping Street, Hokokujinja Senjokaku Pavilion, iwaso, Itsukushima Jinja Gojūnotō, Toyokuni Shrine Five-Story Pagoda, restaurants: Yakigaki No Hayashi, Kakiya, Miyajima Anago Meshi Mametanuki, Fujitaya Anagomeshi (Conger Eel), Starbucks Coffee - Itsukushima Omotesando, Miyajima Itsuki Coffee, Miyajima Coffee, MIYAJIMA BREWERY, Miyajima Base, Miyajima Shokudou

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