1. Enoshima Aquarium
    Photo: Enoshima Aquarium
  2. Enoshima Aquarium
    Photo: Enoshima Aquarium
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Enoshima Aquarium

  • Attractions | Zoos and aquariums
  • Enoshima
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Time Out says

The Enoshima Aquarium, also known by the locals as Enosui, is an impressive space teeming with sealife. The aquarium is home to a diverse range of local marine life showcased within various exhibitions including a Sagami Bay zone, the Pacific Ocean exhibit, Deep Sea I and the Jellyfish Fantasy Hall.

From getting a close look at sea turtles on an artificial beach to admiring the whimsical jellyfish floating inside a magical sphere, there's plenty to enjoy for visitors of all ages. You might even have the honour of getting splashed at the regular dolphin show while gazing out over Enoshima island and Mt Fuji in the background. 

Details

Address
2-19-1 Katasekaigan, Fujisawa
Kanagawa
Transport:
Katase-Enoshima Station (Odakyu Enoshima line); Enoshima Station (Enoden line); Shonan-Enoshima Station (Shonan Monorail)
Price:
¥2,800, high school students ¥1,800, junior high and primary school students ¥1,300, children aged three or older ¥900, free for younger children
Opening hours:
10am-5pm (Dec-Feb), 9am-5pm (Mar-Nov) daily

What’s on

Enoshima Aquarium Night Market

For a few nights this summer, the Enoshima Aquarium near Kamakura transforms into an atmospheric summer festival venue after closing time. Set against the backdrop of the illuminated aquarium at night, the event features local craft beer, festival food trucks, traditional matsuri game booths and stalls selling ocean-themed handmade goods. You can also try your hand at the traditional Katase koma spinning top – a local craft made in the area – or join a talk by the aquarium's keepers, who will share insights into cetacean research (in Japanese only). Plus, the first 120 groups to arrive in yukata can take part in a complimentary professional photo shoot in front of one of the aquarium's tanks. While tickets for the original set dates on July 25 and August 1 have already sold out, an additional day was announced for August 29. Tickets go on sale on July 18 at 12noon on the official website.
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