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Everyone’s favorite, Gota the polar bear is waiting for you!
Along the west coast of Oga Peninsula, there is an aquarium where you can meet fish in the sea of Oga and other popular ocean creatures.
Upon entering, the first thing you see is the Giant Sea of Oga Aquarium, which depicts the sea of Oga with 2000 individuals of fish in 40 species. The aquarium is in a tunnel shape and you will feel as if you are walking at the bottom of the ocean as you look up at the fish. The most popular are lively and cute polar bears, Gota and his daughter, Yuki. You can watch adorable seals and sea lions at Hireashi’s Kan and move over to the penguin section. Akita’s prefecture fish, Hatahata, is the theme at Hatahata Museum. Learn about their habitat and food culture.
After a visit to the aquarium, take a break at the restaurant Furutto with the view of the Japan Sea and relish your experience with the creatures.
Replica of the sea of Oga, “Giant See of Oga Aquarium”
Gota, the polar bear
Meet the spotted seal, Komachi, at the Hireashi’s Kan
Akita’s prefecture fish, Hatahata
The perfect location, right by the Sea of Japan
Some reviews are AI-translated.
Located on the Akita coast, Oga Aquarium GAO is a fantastic attraction combining magnificent ocean views with an abundance of marine life! As soon as you enter, you'll be drawn to the aquarium's star animals. You can see adorable polar bears playing and moving around by the water up close, as well as a whole group of endearingly clumsy penguins gathered on the rocks preening themselves. They're incredibly soothing to watch.
The aquarium sits right next to the Sea of Japan, and outside you can look directly out over the vast blue sea and spectacular rocky coastline. The coastal scenery under the blue sky and white clouds is truly refreshing. Whether you're visiting with children or simply want to quietly enjoy the ocean and watch polar marine animals, this place is well worth adding to your Oga Peninsula itinerary!
I fell in love with this aquarium the moment I saw that huge glass tank. All the different fish were so soothing to watch.
