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Otaru Aquarium (with baby)

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How Baby-Friendly is Otaru Aquarium?

82%Baby-Friendly
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What makes it 82% Baby-Friendly: Free stroller loans, two air-conditioned nursing rooms, and wide aisles suit infants well, but limited high chairs and a steep outdoor path mean some areas may need to be skipped or planned carefully.

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Positives:

  • Baby-Friendly Facilities: Private nursing rooms, stroller rentals, and diaper areas make visits easier with a baby.
  • Easy Access: Flat indoor floors and wide paths allow smooth stroller navigation.

Challenges:

  • Steep Outdoor Path: The path to the marine-mammal park is steep; use a sling or skip this area with a stroller.
  • Limited High Chairs: High chairs at the café may run out; bring your own seat accessory if needed.
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What is Otaru Aquarium?

  • A seaside aquarium showcasing over 5,000 animals across 250 cold- and temperate-water species
  • A research and conservation facility housing rare marine mammals, including Japan’s only harbor porpoises along with walruses, seals, and sea lions
  • An architectural ensemble combining expansive indoor tanks with outdoor pools and marine mammal stadiums set on the Sea of Japan shoreline

What is so special about Otaru Aquarium for with baby?

  1. Private nursing rooms and stroller rental ease baby care.
  2. Indoor exhibits with wide aisles let baby view fish comfortably.
  3. Short, engaging shows keep your baby’s attention.
  4. Flat, smooth paths suit stroller use.
  5. Penguin Hike (Mar–Oct) offers a unique parade by the sea.

Recommended visit duration: 3-4 hours

Why 3-4 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Enough time to see indoor tanks, attend two shows, and use baby facilities without rushing.

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Baby-Friendly Activities in Otaru Aquarium

Use Nursing Rooms:

Feed and change your baby in private, air-conditioned rooms with hot water.

Tip: Check room availability at the entrance and bring needed supplies.

Borrow a Stroller:

Pick up a free stroller for easy walking along smooth indoor and outdoor paths.

Tip: Arrive early to secure a stroller and return it before you leave.

Explore Indoor Exhibits:

Wide aisles and shaded tanks let your baby watch fish calmly from a stroller.

Tip: Visit quieter areas first, then head to main tanks before showtimes.

Catch a Penguin Hike:

Watch Humboldt penguins parade from their pool to the sea along a flat path.

Tip: Stand back from the railing to keep stroller space clear; check times at the info board.

Enjoy Dolphin & Sea Lion Show:

See playful dolphins and sea lions in short, lively performances.

Tip: Arrive 10 minutes early for a front-row stroller spot.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Otaru Aquarium

  1. Time Show Visits: Plan around dolphin and penguin showtimes to avoid waiting with your baby.
  2. Early Arrival: Get stroller rental and nursing room access by arriving right at opening.
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Reviews of Otaru Aquarium

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Yuki

Yuki

Aug 2025

An interesting aquarium with lots of sea creatures to look at. Penguins and seals were a delight. I kind of feel that the dolphins' pool was too small for these magnificent mammals. Like whales, sharks and sea turtles, they belong in the ocean. There's a good restaurant, but it was loud and crowded. I think it was a holiday or there were simply too many tourists about.

Zoey Zhu

Zoey Zhu

Aug 2025

We regret we just found out this amazing aquarium this summer! I agree with the previous reviews about not too much but everything is excellent! 1. Check their website for activities timetable. 2. The shows are amazing! 3. We get to feed the seals outside of the aquarium. 1000yen vs 500yen 4. Touching areas have a wide variety selections in marine life. 5. If you didn’t get to see all the things s...

Sawit Khosittham

Sawit Khosittham

Aug 2025

Rephrased and Corrected Text This is an old aquarium with a marine mammal area that features shows. While the aquarium itself isn't very big, I was amazed by the size of the animals; they're huge! The marine mammal area has shows with walruses, seals, penguins, and sea lions. Some of the animals seemed too lazy to perform, but the trainers didn't force them, which I thought was a nice touch. They ...

Lixia Day

Lixia Day

Jul 2025

the exhibition is not very big but educational with a good collection of rare species. The shows are entertaining especially the penguins going to picnic. It is a perfect sized aquarium ; you get enough but not exhausted. There are not computer simulations nor games to attract children, only real natural things. So don’t need to worry about screens. 👏

EE -

EE -

Jun 2025

Although it was a little crowded, it was still such a fun experience! You even get to buy fish to feed the sea lion – definitely a highlight. Not to forget the penguin walk, which was super cute to watch! Just a heads-up: people start gathering really early, so it’s hard to get a good spot unless you’re there ahead of time haha. Overall, a fun and memorable visit – great for families and animal ...

When is the best time to visit Otaru Aquarium (Sapporo, Japan)?

From March to October, don’t miss the Penguin Hike. In winter, ice can build outdoors—focus on indoor tanks and shows.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)

ItemCost (Approx.)
2 Adult TicketsJPY 3,000
Lunch for familyJPY 2,200
SouvenirJPY 1,000
Total EstimatedJPY 6,200

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Otaru Aquarium

Address: 3-chōme-303 Shukutsu, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0047, Japan

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About Otaru Aquarium

Opening Hours

Monday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+81 134-33-1400

Average price

US$ 12.23
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