Question 1

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

Take the Niigata Kotsu bus for Suizokukan-mae from JR Niigata Station, about 20 minutes, and the aquarium is right by the last stop. By car it is about 25 minutes from Niigata-Nishi IC on the Hokuriku Expressway via Meike IC on the Niigata bypass.

Question 2

Is there provision for wheelchairs and pushchairs?

Accepted Answer

The aquarium is accessible, with wheelchairs and pushchairs available to borrow and accessible toilets.

Question 3

What are the opening hours and closed days?

Accepted Answer

Normally 9:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30). Opening hours may change in busy periods such as Golden Week and the summer holidays. Closed on the first Thursday in March and the following day, and from 29 December to 1 January. Please check the official website for the latest information.

Question 4

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Adults (high school age and above) 1,500 yen, elementary and junior high school students 600 yen, young children (age 4 and over) 200 yen, and age 3 and under free. There is a group discount for 30 people or more, and reduced rates for holders of a disability certificate.

Question 5

Are there coin lockers?

Accepted Answer

There are coin lockers in the building, costing about 100 to 200 yen, so you can leave your bags and go round unencumbered.

Question 6

Is there a restaurant or shop?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is a restaurant and a museum shop in the building, so you can eat and buy souvenirs and spend a full day here.

Question 7

Is the dolphin show held every day?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the dolphin show is held every day. As well as jumps and other performances, the keepers explain how dolphins are built and how they live. Please see the official website for the schedule.

Question 8

What is the Marine Tunnel?

Accepted Answer

It is a tunnel-shaped display running through the bottom of the great Sea of Japan tank. Passing under the 800-cubic-metre tank, you see the fish of the Sea of Japan swimming overhead, a powerful sight that feels like walking through the sea itself.

Question 9

Can I see penguins and seals too?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As well as Humboldt penguins there are seals and fur seals. Talks on how penguins live are also given, so through the shows and talks you can get to know the animals.

Question 10

Are there displays of creatures found only in Niigata?

Accepted Answer

There is a display of the Koshino goby, a nationally designated rare wild species found only in Niigata and Yamagata Prefectures. There are also display areas recreating the natural environments of Niigata, such as the Shinano and Agano Rivers and the satoyama hills, where you can learn about local ecosystems.

Question 11

Is there parking, and is there a charge?

Accepted Answer

There is a car park with space for 670 vehicles, free of charge. It can be busy in peak periods, however, so please also consider coming by public transport.

Question 12

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

The first Thursday in March and the following day, and 29 December to 1 January.

Question 13

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 20 minutes on the Niigata Kotsu bus for Suizokukan-mae from JR Niigata Station, right by the last stop. By car, about 25 minutes from Niigata-Nishi IC via Meike IC on the Niigata bypass.

Question 14

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

9:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30). Hours change in summer, during Golden Week and at other times.

Question 15

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Adults (high school age and above) 1,500 yen, elementary and junior high school students 600 yen, young children (age 4 and over) 200 yen, age 3 and under free.

Question 16

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

5932-445 Nishifunamicho, Chuo Ward, Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture

Question 17

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

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

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