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Sunshine Aquarium

Located on the rooftop of the World Import Mart Building near Ikebukuro Station, Sunshine Aquarium is an oasis of water in the heart of the city and home to 37,000 majestic fish belonging to approximately 750 species. Enjoy up close and personal time with penguins, sea otters, and flamingos, through exciting shows.
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Slide 1 of 8, Penguin swimming underwater at Sunshine Aquarium with city skyline in the background.
Penguin swimming underwater at Sunshine Aquarium with city skyline in the background.

Sunshine Aquarium Tickets

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  • Journey into the ocean world at Sunshine Aquarium, home to over beautiful 37,000 fish from a whopping 750 species from around the world!

  • Watch penguins seemingly fly over your head, white pelican hunt for food, or sea lions lazily swim in the pool.

  • Marvel at the colorful jellyfish swimming peacefully all around you and seals, frogs, turtles, and aquatic plants coexist harmoniously together.

  • Upgrade to include access to the Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park and enjoy views of Mt. Fuji, Japan's tallest peak.

  • Did you know? The aquarium features a distinctive open-air atrium in the center that allows natural sunlight to enter, resulting in a calming ambiance.

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  • Journey into the ocean world at Sunshine Aquarium, home to over beautiful 37,000 fish from a whopping 750 species from around the world!

  • Watch penguins seemingly fly over your head, white pelican hunt for food, or sea lions lazily swim in the pool.

  • Marvel at the colorful jellyfish swimming peacefully all around you and seals, frogs, turtles, and aquatic plants coexist harmoniously together.

  • Upgrade to include access to the Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park and enjoy views of Mt. Fuji, Japan's tallest peak.

  • Did you know? The aquarium features a distinctive open-air atrium in the center that allows natural sunlight to enter, resulting in a calming ambiance.

from
¥2,600
Slide 1 of 5, Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park interior with green artificial hills and plants.
Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park interior with green artificial hills and plants.

Tickets to Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park

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  • You're in for a treat with a jaw-dropping view of Tokyo's cityscape from the Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park, 251 meters above sea level.

  • Marvel at the breathtaking views of the iconic Mt. Fuji at sunset or the 360º panoramas of the city under the dazzling lights of the night sky.

  • Get ready for thrilling VR experiences across 7 zones including the Swing Coaster or zoom through the cityscape on the Tokyo Bullet Flight.

  • Upgrade your ticket to explore Tokyo's Sunshine Aquarium, home to 37,000 diverse fish species.

  • Did you know? When Sunshine 60 was completed in 1978, it was the tallest building in Asia.

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  • You're in for a treat with a jaw-dropping view of Tokyo's cityscape from the Sunshine 60 Observatory Tenbou Park, 251 meters above sea level.

  • Marvel at the breathtaking views of the iconic Mt. Fuji at sunset or the 360º panoramas of the city under the dazzling lights of the night sky.

  • Get ready for thrilling VR experiences across 7 zones including the Swing Coaster or zoom through the cityscape on the Tokyo Bullet Flight.

  • Upgrade your ticket to explore Tokyo's Sunshine Aquarium, home to 37,000 diverse fish species.

  • Did you know? When Sunshine 60 was completed in 1978, it was the tallest building in Asia.

from
¥700

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Buy advance timed tickets for weekends, holidays, and special events. Online tickets can let you bypass the on-site ticket purchase line, but they do not skip gate entry control or internal crowding.

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About Sunshine Aquarium

A rooftop "sky aquarium" in Ikebukuro, Sunshine Aquarium pairs indoor marine exhibits with open-air city views from the World Import Mart Building. The outdoor Marine Garden and "Penguin in the Sky" tank give it a distinctly urban feel, while a typical 1.5–3 hour visit makes it easy to compare with other Tokyo aquariums.

Did you know?

Sunshine Aquarium opened in 1978 and was extensively renewed in 2011, when it began emphasizing its rooftop "sky aquarium" concept.

Why visit Sunshine Aquarium?

Rooftop Sky Aquarium in Sunshine City

Sunshine Aquarium sits on the rooftop of the World Import Mart Building in Ikebukuro’s Sunshine City complex. After an extensive 2011 renewal, it emphasized its "sky aquarium" concept by combining indoor tanks with open-air viewing areas in a setting reached through a commercial complex rather than a waterfront.

Plan your visit

Main Sunshine Aquarium Entrance

Located on the rooftop of the World Import Mart Building within Sunshine City, this is the main public entrance for all visitors. Follow internal signs through Sunshine City to the aquarium gate, where tickets are scanned; e-tickets can usually be shown on your phone. If you are buying same-day admission or using certain discount coupons or special passes, you may need to stop at the ticket counter before entering. Elevators provide step-free access from lower floors, and the indoor approach is mostly level. Lines are generally lighter on weekday mornings and longer on weekends, holidays, during events, and just before popular show times.

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