Muroran Aquarium
市立室蘭水族館
Hokkaido's oldest aquarium features unique deep-sea fish, penguin walks, and a small amusement park for a nostalgic family outing.
What it is
- Opened in 1953 as the first aquarium in the Hokkaido region.
- Managed by the Muroran Tourism Association and nicknamed Muroran Minpo Minna no Suizokukan.
- Known for being the first in Japan to successfully raise Erilepizon from fry.
- A local facility combining marine life exhibits with a small amusement park.
What to see
- The Erilepizon, which serves as the official symbol fish of the facility.
- Harbor seals, spotted seals, and a colony of Humboldt penguins.
- A rare skeleton specimen of a Stejneger's beaked whale on display.
- Amusement rides including a Ferris wheel and a classic carousel.
- A handmade biotope and an outdoor touch pool for interacting with marine life.
When to go
- Penguin walks are held twice every day for visitors to observe.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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