Question 1

How do I get there from Kagoshima-Chuo Station?

Accepted Answer

About 15 minutes by city bus from Kagoshima-Chuo Station; get off at the Suizokukan-mae stop and walk about 3 minutes. From Kagoshima Station it is about 15 minutes' walk. The Sakurajima ferry terminal is also within walking distance.

Question 2

When is the Night Aquarium held?

Accepted Answer

The Night Aquarium, with opening extended to 21:00, is held during certain periods such as Golden Week, weekends and public holidays in the summer holidays, and Obon. The tanks switch to night mode, letting you see the creatures differently from the daytime. Please check the official website for dates.

Question 3

Is there a dolphin show?

Accepted Answer

An event called Dolphin Time is held daily, with audience participation. In the outdoor channel connected to the sea (a free area), dolphins also appear every day and you can watch them perform.

Question 4

What are the opening hours and closed days?

Accepted Answer

Normal opening hours are 9:30-18:00 (admission until 17:00). During certain periods such as the summer holidays, Golden Week and Obon, a Night Aquarium extends opening to 21:00. It closes for four days from the first Monday of December.

Question 5

Is it enjoyable for small children?

Accepted Answer

Yes. There is plenty for children, including the hands-on Wakuwaku Hakken Hiroba where you look for creatures, and the outdoor dolphin channel. Admission for pre-school children aged 4 and over is 350 yen (free for those aged 3 and under).

Question 6

Is there a combined ticket with the Chiran Peace Museum?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a combined ticket for the Chiran Peace Museum and Io World Kagoshima Aquarium is sold. There is also a combined ticket with Hirakawa Zoological Park. Please see the official website for details.

Question 7

How much is admission, and are there discounts?

Accepted Answer

Adults (high school age and above) 2,000 yen, elementary and junior high school students 1,000 yen, and pre-school children aged 4 and over 350 yen. A discounted Kagoshima resident rate is available. An annual pass costs about the same as two admissions. Holders of a disability certificate are exempt from admission.

Question 8

Can I eat at the aquarium?

Accepted Answer

There is a restaurant and a museum shop on site, with spaces where you can eat and drink or have a light meal. There are also many restaurants nearby.

Question 9

Are there jellyfish or deep-sea creatures on display?

Accepted Answer

The Jellyfish Corridor offers a magical jellyfish display. The Deep Sea of Kagoshima corner lets you feel as though you have dived into the deep. There is also a sea slug research laboratory, rare even by world standards.

Question 10

Can I see a whale shark?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Io World Kagoshima Aquarium is the only aquarium in Kyushu with a permanent whale shark display. The Kuroshio Grand Tank, where bonito, tuna and large rays swim in shoals, is spectacular. Displays may change depending on the animals' condition, so please check the official website.

Question 11

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

The aquarium has no dedicated car park, but the nearby prefectural car parks (1, 2 and 3) can be used. There is no parking discount for aquarium visitors. We recommend public transport during busy periods such as the summer holidays.

Question 12

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 15 minutes by bus from Kagoshima-Chuo Station; get off at Suizokukan-mae and walk 3 minutes. About 15 minutes' walk from Kagoshima Station. About 5 minutes' walk from the Sakurajima ferry terminal.

Question 13

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.

Question 14

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

3-1 Honko-shinmachi, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima Prefecture

Question 15

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Adults (high school age and above) 2,000 yen, elementary and junior high school students 1,000 yen, pre-school children aged 4 and over 350 yen (a Kagoshima resident rate is available).

Question 16

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

For four days from the first Monday of December (it opens as usual over the New Year period).

Question 17

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

9:30-18:00 (admission until 17:00). Opening is extended to 21:00 during certain periods such as the summer holidays and Golden Week.

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