The dolphin show at Marinepia Nihonkai not only featured energetic jumps by bottlenose dolphins and Pacific dolphins, but also an educational show with detailed explanations of the anatomy of dolphins.
It was quite refreshing to see the dolphins swimming with their mouths slightly open, showing their teeth, while the zookeepers were explaining about the inside of their mouths; I was amazed that they could even do that!
Currently, Marinepia Nihonkai is hosting an exhibit in the special exhibition room that focuses in detail on the creatures of Sado Island!
The corner featuring Sado's endemic species was explained in an easy-to-understand manner, making it an educational exhibit that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
[Special Exhibition: SADO - World-Class Nature and Culture]
🗓️July 18, 2025 (Friday) - February 23, 2026 (Monday, national holiday)
🕘 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM each day (opening hours may change during the summer. Closed December 29th - January 1st)
👆 The road in front of the aquarium offers a spectacular view of the Sea of Japan.
The aquarium is easily accessible, close enough to Niigata Station by bus or bicycle!
Rental bicycles make it an easy 20-30 minute ride from the station.
[Marinepia Nihonkai]
📍 5932-445 Nishifunami-cho, Chuo-ku, Niigata City, 951-8555
🚌 Niigata Station Bus Terminal, Platform 9 / C22 (Hamauramachi Line) to "Suizokukan-mae" (end of line) (One-way / Adults ¥260, Children ¥130)
Niigata Station Bus Terminal, Platform 18 / Niigata City Sightseeing Circular Bus, get off at "Suizokukan-mae" (Adults ¥260, Children ¥130 / Or 1-Day Pass Adults ¥500, Children ¥250)
🕘 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Tickets sold until 4:30 PM)
Closed: December 29th - January 1st, the first Thursday and the following day in March
🎫 Adults ¥1,500, Elementary and Junior High School Students ¥600, Toddlers ¥200, Infants Free
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Post by やわゆる旅日記 | Aug 31, 2025
