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Motobu Ocean Expo Park

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Motobu Ocean Expo Park

もとぶ海洋博公園

Okinawa

Motobu Ocean Expo Park is home to the famous Churaumi Aquarium, where visitors can marvel at the majestic whale sharks and diverse marine life. The park also features beautiful coral gardens and Okinawa Village, showcasing the rich culture and natural beauty of the region.

Why we picked it

Many mainstream travelers focus solely on the aquarium and overlook the surrounding park's stunning landscapes and cultural experiences.

Best season
Spring · Autumn
Spring and autumn for pleasant weather
Crowd level
Popular
Rating
4.5· 18,600 reviews
Opening hours
Daily 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
park entry free, aquarium inside separate paid
Website
oki-park.jp/kaiyohaku

Today

8:00–18:00Free

Stored weekly hours

Daily 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

How to get there

From Naha Airport · ~1h 39m by car

Book this experience

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium ticket

from ¥2,180

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Tags

aquariummarine lifeculture

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