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Churaumi Aquarium

Enter Churaumi Aquarium and discover an intriguing world of marine life found in and around Okinawa. Spot the largest fish in the world - the mighty whale shark, as well as the world's first successfully bred-in-captivity manta ray in the gigantic Kuroshio Sea Tank. An awesome experience awaits as you meet more of these wonderful creatures of our amazing blue planet!

Open today

08:30 AM - 06:30 PM

Recommended duration

4 hours

Churaumi Aquarium
Visitors observing marine life at Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Japan.
Visitors observing marine life at Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, featuring a large tank with diverse fish species.
Large whale shark swimming in Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium tank, surrounded by smaller fish.
Visitors observing marine life at Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Japan.
Visitors observing marine life at Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Japan.
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  • Enter the beautiful Churaumi Aquarium, one of the largest in the world

  • Explore the aquarium and see Okinawa’s diverse marine life in close proximity

  • See the Kuroshio Sea Tank that houses around 200 different kinds of fish

  • This includes whale sharks, manta ray and yellowfin tuna

  • Admire the rare marine animal collection here that includes blacksail snake mackerels and sea spiders

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  • Enter the beautiful Churaumi Aquarium, one of the largest in the world

  • Explore the aquarium and see Okinawa’s diverse marine life in close proximity

  • See the Kuroshio Sea Tank that houses around 200 different kinds of fish

  • This includes whale sharks, manta ray and yellowfin tuna

  • Admire the rare marine animal collection here that includes blacksail snake mackerels and sea spiders

from
¥2,180
Visitors observing marine life at Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa, Japan, with direct entry ticket.
Visitors observing a large whale shark swimming in the main tank at Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa.
Visitors observing marine life at Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa, Japan.
Visitors observing a large whale shark swimming in the main tank at Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa.
Visitors observing marine life at Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa, Japan.
Extended Validity
Flexible duration
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  • Say goodbye to long lines at Churaumi Aquarium! With direct entry tickets, simply scan the QR code and dive straight into an ocean of wonder.

  • Visit the aquarium at your leisure with flexible entry times and get access to 3 exhibits showcasing sea turtles, jellyfish, coral reefs, and more.

  • Watch the majestic whale sharks swim around you in one of the world’s largest tanks, the Kuroshio Sea tank, spanning across 2 floors.

  • Fun Fact: The aquarium has the world’s first large-scale cultivation of live coral using natural sunlight and seawater.

More details

  • Say goodbye to long lines at Churaumi Aquarium! With direct entry tickets, simply scan the QR code and dive straight into an ocean of wonder.

  • Visit the aquarium at your leisure with flexible entry times and get access to 3 exhibits showcasing sea turtles, jellyfish, coral reefs, and more.

  • Watch the majestic whale sharks swim around you in one of the world’s largest tanks, the Kuroshio Sea tank, spanning across 2 floors.

  • Fun Fact: The aquarium has the world’s first large-scale cultivation of live coral using natural sunlight and seawater.

from
¥2,170
Tourists enjoying marine life at Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium with TokuToku 5 Pass, Japan
People watching a whale shark at Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
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Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium main tank with whale sharks, part of Churaumi TokuToku 5 Pass experience.
Traditional Okinawan village with red-tiled roofs at Okinawa World, Japan.
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium main tank with whale sharks, part of Churaumi TokuToku 5 Pass.
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium main tank with whale sharks, part of Churaumi TokuToku 5 Pass.
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  • Experience Okinawa like a savvy traveler with one pass to unlock top attractions without breaking the bank.

  • With the 5 pass, get to visit the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and 4 other facilities from a list of 15 popular tourist spots in the city.

  • Visit one of the world's largest aquariums, the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium to marvel at deep-sea creatures like sharks, corals, and dolphins.

  • But wait, there's more! Grab the Okinawa Tokutoku 3 Pass and choose any 3 spots you love—your ticket to triple the fun.

  • Fun fact: Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is one of the few aquariums in the world where you can see whale sharks up close.

More details

  • Experience Okinawa like a savvy traveler with one pass to unlock top attractions without breaking the bank.

  • With the 5 pass, get to visit the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and 4 other facilities from a list of 15 popular tourist spots in the city.

  • Visit one of the world's largest aquariums, the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium to marvel at deep-sea creatures like sharks, corals, and dolphins.

  • But wait, there's more! Grab the Okinawa Tokutoku 3 Pass and choose any 3 spots you love—your ticket to triple the fun.

  • Fun fact: Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is one of the few aquariums in the world where you can see whale sharks up close.

from
¥3,300

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About Churaumi Aquarium

Churaumi Aquarium in Okinawa is a must-see attraction offering a glimpse into the deep blue world of Okinawa’s marine life. The Kuroshio Sea tank, filled with whale sharks, and various other exhibits make it a favorite for families and marine life enthusiasts alike.


Address
424 Ishikawa, Motobu, Kunigami District, Okinawa 905-0206, Japan
Also known as
Churaumi Aquarium
Year opened
2002
Visitors per year
3000000
Expected wait time - Standard
1-2 hours (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
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