Overview
Miyajima Public Aquarium is a municipal aquarium in the Miyajima district of Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima. It opened in 1959 and carries the nickname "Miyaji Marine." Based on the guiding themes of "healing" and "interaction," it exhibits creatures centered on the Seto Inland Sea.
Highlights
- ●A municipal aquarium located on the island of Itsukushima (Miyajima)
- ●Exhibits centered on the creatures of the Seto Inland Sea
- ●Operation guided by the themes of "healing" and "interaction"
- ●A facility with a history dating to its 1959 opening
History
Miyajima Public Aquarium opened in 1959. Before the merger with Hatsukaichi, it was operated as the Miyajima town aquarium. Its design was handled by Daiken Sekkei. It is affectionately known by the nickname "Miyaji Marine."
Access
The aquarium is on the island of Itsukushima (Miyajima) in Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima. It can be visited while touring Miyajima.
Best season
As the exhibits are mainly indoors, it can be enjoyed year-round. If combining a visit with Miyajima sightseeing, the mild spring and autumn are easiest for getting around.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Cross over to Itsukushima (Miyajima) and head to the aquarium
- 2View the exhibits centered on Seto Inland Sea creatures
- 3Enjoy the displays themed on "healing" and "interaction"
- 4Explore the surroundings alongside Miyajima sightseeing
Did you know?
💡 Miyajima Public Aquarium is accredited as a museum-equivalent facility under the Museum Act of Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
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