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Kujukushima Aquarium Umi Kirara

An aquarium renowned for its Kujukushima bay large aquarium, where sunlight pours in, and around 13,000 fish swim.

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Located within the "Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort," this aquarium allows visitors to experience the rich natural beauty of Kujukushima, a beautiful marine area with a complex ria coast and 208 islands.

The highlight, Kujukushima bay large aquarium, is an outdoor tank that replicates the diverse environments of Kujukushima Bay, including rocky shores, sandy areas, and reefs. Visitors can observe about 13,000 creatures of 120 species living as they would in the sea, from a corridor surrounding the tank. Other attractions include the "Kujukushima Dolphin Pool" for interactive experiences with dolphins and the "Jellyfish Symphony Dome," which displays jellyfish from around Kujukushima with lights and music, offering diverse exhibits to enjoy marine life.

Enjoy feeding fish at the "Feeding Tank" or extracting pearls from Akoya oysters in the "Hands-on pearl harvest," among other hands-on programs.

Highlights

  • An aquarium showcasing marine creatures from the Saikai National Park.
  • The Kujukushima bay large aquarium is a flagship exhibit, recreating the sea of Kujukushima.
  • Attractions like "Kujukushima Dolphin Pool" and "Jellyfish Symphony Dome" offer a variety of engaging exhibits.
  • A range of hands-on activities like fish feeding and pearl extraction.

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  • Located within "Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort."

    Located within "Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort."

  • Enjoy interactive experiences with dolphins.

    Enjoy interactive experiences with dolphins.

  • The Kujukushima bay large aquarium houses 120 species.

    The Kujukushima bay large aquarium houses 120 species.

  • The "Jellyfish Symphony Dome" creates a fantastical space with jellyfish, light, and music.

    The "Jellyfish Symphony Dome" creates a fantastical space with jellyfish, light, and music.

  • "Hands-on pearl harvest" to extract pearls from oysters.

    "Hands-on pearl harvest" to extract pearls from oysters.

  • "Aqua Shop Kirara" offers a wide range of original products like stuffed animals and sweets.

    "Aqua Shop Kirara" offers a wide range of original products like stuffed animals and sweets.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have foreign language support? (If it is available, what language is available?)

A

English support available

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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?

A

It is possible on the same day.

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Is free WiFi available in the facility?

A

Yes, it is.

Q

Are coin lockers available?

A

Yes

Reviews

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  • Alex Wu

    來探索r九十九島的自然生態,這園區大到一天真的玩不完哦~

  • 簡蓉

    室外大水槽,海豚表演,還有水母的映像哦

Details

Name in Japanese
九十九島水族館海きらら
Postal Code
858-0922
Address
1008 Kashimaecho, Sasebo City, Nagasaki
Telephone
0956-28-4187
Closed
Open every day
Business Hours
9:00am - 6:00pm (Admission allowed until 5:30pm)
※November to February 9:00am - 5:00pm (Admission allowed until 4:30pm)
Admission
Adults 1,470yen, Children (4 yrs - junior high) 730yen, Seniors (over 70, ID required) 1,250yen, Under 3 yrs free
*Discounts for disabled persons with an ID: Adults 730yen, Children 370yen
Access
18 mins by rapid bus from JR/Matsuura Railway Sasebo Station, get off at "Pearl Sea Resort/Kujukushima Aquarium" stop, then a short walk.
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)