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Noboribetsu Marine Park Nixe
A large aquarium with approximately 400 species and 20,000 creatures on display in a building modeled after a real castle.
The aquarium is centered around "Nixe Castle," which was built on the actual "Egeskov Castle" model in Denmark. About 400 species and 20,000 living things are on display. The entire interior of the beautiful brick castle is used as an aquarium.
You will be greeted by Napoleon fish swimming in the Crystal Tower, a large 8-meter high columnar tank at the entrance. In the aqua tunnel at the bottom of the large tank, sharks and rays swim gracefully above your head. Don't miss the touch pool, one of the largest in Hokkaido, and the jellyfish tank with light and sound effects.
Cute performance shows of dolphins and sea lions, etc., are held daily. It is also a facility where you can play all day long. It has a plaza full of greenery, an amusement park, "NixeLand," and a restaurant with a popular menu using local ingredients.
Furthermore, it is easily accessible, about 5 minutes from Noboribetsu Higashi Interchange. It is also only about a 15-minute drive from Noboribetsu Onsen.
Highlights
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A large aquarium conveniently located about a 5-minute walk from Noboribetsu Station.
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The sardine performance in the galaxy tank is performed each season differently.
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Penguin parades are held throughout the year.
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The jellyfish exhibit tank is one of the largest in Hokkaido.
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There are ramps and elevators available for wheelchairs and baby carriages.