[Ikebukuro Sunshine Aquarium] Drift away from everyday life at the aquarium floating in the sky.

🐧[Ikebukuro Sunshine Aquarium] Drift away from everyday life at the aquarium floating in the sky.

Located on the rooftop of "Sunshine City," a landmark in Ikebukuro, Tokyo,
the Sunshine Aquarium feels as if it is floating in the sky☁️🐠
It is a mysterious and healing space where you can "encounter nature in the middle of the city."

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💡Recommended Points

🪼 The enchanting jellyfish exhibit "Kurage Kuukan"
A popular area where you can be soothed by jellyfish gently drifting while surrounded by light and sound.

🐧 In the outdoor area "Marine Garden," you can see "flying penguins"!
The penguins swimming against the sky in a huge tank on the rooftop of a building are breathtaking.

🦦 Adorable Asian small-clawed otters and sea lion performances too!
Don’t miss the shows and ecological exhibits that will make you smile.

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📍Access Information
• Location: Rooftop of Sunshine City World Import Mart Building, 3-1 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
• Nearest station: About an 8-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Seibu, Tobu)
• Directly connected about a 3-minute walk from Higashi-Ikebukuro Station on the Yurakucho Line!

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🕰️Hours & Ticket Information (as of June 2025)
• Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (may vary by season)
• Tickets are **advance reservation only (via official website or app)** to avoid crowds
• General admission: Adults 2,600 yen / Children 1,300 yen (*subject to change)

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🌸Recommended Visiting Times
• Weekday mornings to early afternoons are less crowded and great for photos📸
• In summer, extended night hours and light-up events make it perfect for dates🌙
• Ideal for rainy days too! It’s an all-weather facility, so you can enjoy it regardless of the weather☔

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🎒Travel Tips
• With a café on site and re-entry allowed, it’s perfect for those who want to relax
• Ikebukuro offers great gourmet food and shopping. After the aquarium, visiting "Namja Town" or the "Manten Planetarium" is also recommended✨
• The souvenir shops inside Sunshine City are hidden gems with lots of cute sea-themed goods!

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Forget the hustle and bustle of the city and simply watch the creatures drifting in the water.
Please visit as a "place to refresh your mind" during your trip🫧

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