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Notojima Aquarium

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Notojima Aquarium

のとじま水族館

Ishikawa · Chubu

Notojima Aquarium is home to a variety of marine life, including local species from the Noto Peninsula. Visitors can enjoy interactive exhibits and live shows featuring dolphins and sea lions, making it a great spot for families. Badly damaged in the January 2024 Noto earthquake, the aquarium fully reopened on 22 March 2025 and runs normal hours and dolphin shows, though whale sharks are no longer on display and individual exhibits are sometimes closed for animal care.

Why we picked it

Many travelers focus on more famous attractions in Ishikawa, overlooking this unique aquarium.

Best season
Year-round
Crowd level
Popular
Rating
4.4· 6,542 reviews
Opening hours
Daily 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

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

Admission
¥1,890 adult (high-school age and up) admission
Website
notoaqua.jp

Today

9:00–16:30¥1,890

Stored weekly hours

Daily 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

How to get there

From Nagoya Station · ~4h 12m by car

Tags

aquariumfamily-friendly

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