Located at the southernmost tip of Shikoku, Japan,
Ashizuri Aquarium
Ashizuri Aquarium is an aquarium located overlooking the beautiful sea of Ryuku Bay and is home to approximately 15,000 species of marine life and 350 species of marine life. In particular, since we are actively working to protect endangered marine life, there is an advantage in being able to see unique creatures. In particular, you can see Kochi Prefecture's natural monument 'Cross Peony Coral Group' and various corals.
Newly renovated with more things to see,
Ashizuri Aquarium
Ashizuri Aquarium, which was newly renovated and opened in July 2020, is a special aquarium that tells the story of Cape Ashizuri! Designated as Japan's first maritime museum in 1970, this museum located in Tosashimizu, western Kochi Prefecture, is now a national park! Upon entering the aquarium, you will begin your exploration of the mountainous primeval forest and continue on to the coral reefs along the Tatsukushi coast, home to many marine life! Once you've discovered everything from the countless marine creatures drawn to the warm Kuroshio Current flowing beyond the coral reef to the deep sea, your adventure is ready! Have fun at a museum full of nature and ocean adventures, seeing 15,000 marine creatures and over 350 types of exhibits!
Main exhibitions and attractions
Colorful marine life displays:
Kochi Prefecture Ashizuri Aquarium exhibits a variety of marine life living in the waters around Kochi Prefecture.
You can get up close to endangered marine life, including sharks, rays, fish, clams, jellyfish, and more.
Exhibitions by theme:
Thematic exhibitions focus on specific marine life or the marine environment.
Dolphin Show:
The dolphin show is the most popular and worth seeing. You can see witty performances by dolphins.
address :
Ashizuri Aquarium Satoumi
4032 Misaki, Tosashimizu, Kochi 787-0450 Japan
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operating time :
9am - 5pm (open all year round)
* Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
* Business hours and business days may change depending on local circumstances. Please refer to the official website! Check
4032 Misaki, Tosashimizu, Kochi 787-0450 일본