Toba Aquarium

鳥羽水族館

Toba Aquarium is a large aquarium in Toba City, near Ise. It keeps about 1,200 species, one of the largest numbers in Japan. It is home to the dugong, the animal said to be the model for the mermaid legend. Visitors can also watch daily sea lion and walrus shows.

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Visitor information

Opening hours: Open 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM; hours vary by season. Last entry is one hour before closing.
Closed: Open every day of the year.
Admission: Adults 2,800 yen; elementary and junior high school students 1,600 yen; young children 800 yen.
Getting there: About 10 minutes on foot from JR or Kintetsu Toba Station.

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Tips for Muslim visitors

According to the aquarium's ingredient list for its restaurants (as of April 2024), even the beef curry contains pork extract.
The same list shows the ramen set contains pork.
Aquariums and zoos take a few hours to see. Plan a prayer time in your visit and check the map for quiet spaces.
Snack stands may sell sausages and other pork products. Check the ingredients or bring your own snacks where allowed.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Mie and the verified places to pray nearby.