Question 1

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 15-20 minutes' walk from JR Hiwasa Station. Taxis are also available. By car, allow about 1 hour 20 minutes from Tokushima IC via National Route 55.

Question 2

Are there special events at weekends and on public holidays?

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Events where you can get close to sea turtles are sometimes held at weekends and on public holidays. Please check the official website for the latest event information before visiting.

Question 3

Can I feed the turtles?

Accepted Answer

You can take part in feeding the sea turtles at the large turtle pool. Please check the official website or ask on site for dates and times.

Question 4

Can I watch sea turtles at Ohama Beach?

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Ohama Beach is a nationally designated Natural Monument as a nesting site for loggerhead turtles. Nesting takes place at night from May to August each year, but access at night is restricted for conservation. Limited observation may be possible under the direction of conservation wardens. Please contact the museum for details.

Question 5

Are there exhibits children will enjoy?

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There is plenty to interest children, such as the hatchling tank and the feeding experience. High-definition video also introduces sea turtle nesting behaviour, making environmental learning enjoyable.

Question 6

How long should I allow?

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Allow about 1-2 hours including viewing the displays and taking part in the feeding experience. Combining it with a stroll along the adjacent Ohama Beach makes for an even fuller visit.

Question 7

I hear it was renovated in 2025.

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After about two years of renovation work it had its grand opening on Saturday 19 July 2025. The displays and facilities have been completely renewed, so please check the official website for the latest information.

Question 8

What kind of museum is it?

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It is a museum devoted to sea turtles, rare even by world standards. You can learn about sea turtle ecology, evolutionary history and conservation research, and see real sea turtles in the hatchling tank and the large turtle pool. Feeding experiences are also available.

Question 9

What sea turtles can I see?

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There is the hatchling tank with charming turtles aged 0-3, the Tadayou Umigame Hall where unusual sea turtles swim, and the outdoor large turtle pool where you can see turtles over a metre long.

Question 10

Is there an observation deck?

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There is an observation deck on site with a sweeping view of Ohama Beach, where you can also enjoy the beautiful coastline.

Question 11

Is there parking?

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The museum has a car park. Please check the official website or call 0884-77-1110 for details.

Question 12

How much is admission?

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Please check the official website for details (charges may have changed after the renovation).

Question 13

How do I get there?

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About 15-20 minutes' walk from JR Hiwasa Station. By car, about 1 hour 20 minutes from Tokushima IC via National Route 55.

Question 14

Is there parking?

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

Question 15

What are the opening hours?

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9:00-17:00

Question 16

What is the address?

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370-4 Hiwasaura, Minami Town, Kaifu District, Tokushima Prefecture

Question 17

When is it closed?

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Please check the official website for details.

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