Enoshima Aquarium

Overview

Enoshima Aquarium, affectionately nicknamed "Enosui," sits within Shonan Coast Park on Katase Beach in Fujisawa, Kanagawa. Making the most of its location facing Sagami Bay and Enoshima island, it puts the marine life of the surrounding sea at the heart of its displays. It is the successor to the older Enoshima Aquarium and reopened on April 16, 2004.

Highlights

• ●The large tank that recreates the waters of Sagami Bay
• ●Views that make use of the setting facing Enoshima and the sea
• ●The 2004 building designed by Nikken Sekkei
• ●The seaside Shonan Coast Park location, ideal for pairing with a stroll

History

The aquarium traces its roots to July 19, 1952, carrying on the legacy of the long-loved original Enoshima Aquarium. The current building, designed by Nikken Sekkei, opened in 2004 and became known for exhibits such as its large Sagami Bay tank. It is accredited as a museum-equivalent facility under Japan's Museum Act by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, giving it an educational and research role as well.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Walk along Katase Beach on the way to the aquarium
2. 2Take your time with the large Sagami Bay tank and local marine life
3. 3Enjoy the view toward Enoshima from inside
4. 4Afterward cross to Enoshima to explore its approach and lookout spots

Did you know?

💡 The nickname "Enosui" is a shortened form of the Japanese name and is firmly rooted in the local community. A defining trait of the aquarium is that it takes the ecosystem of the Sagami Bay right in front of it as its central theme.

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