🗺️ Nagasaki Penguin Aquarium長崎ペンギン水族館

Just a 20-minute drive from the center of Nagasaki City, the "Nagasaki Penguin Aquarium," as its name suggests, is a unique aquarium themed around penguins. There are 18 species of penguins in the world, and 9 of them, totaling 180 individuals, reside here. One of its highlights is the "Sub-Antarctic Penguin Pool," which features the largest pool in Japan, reaching a depth of 4 meters, where you can see penguins swimming freely. Another feature is the "Temperate Penguin Zone," which allows for observation of penguin ecology from various angles. The world's smallest penguin, the adorable Little Blue Penguin, is the most popular star. Additionally, special events are held on weekends and holidays. The "Close Encounter Penguin Beach" is a world-first attempt, showcasing penguins swimming in the natural ocean in front of the aquarium, providing a refreshing experience. In addition to penguins, the aquarium also exhibits various aquatic creatures, including the world's largest freshwater fish, the Mekong Giant Catfish, thousands of swimming blackback sardines, and various fish species from the waters around Nagasaki. Outdoors, there is an "Ecological Environment Zone" that recreates the satoyama and riverside environments of Nagasaki, where you can observe seasonal plants, fish, and insects. Don't miss the souvenir shop filled with a variety of cute penguin merchandise.

The aquarium houses 180 penguins of 9 different species. Visitors can observe the penguins swimming in the large tanks and strolling on the rocky areas up close. On weekends and holidays, various experiential activities such as "Close Encounter Penguin Beach" are held. The recreated satoyama and riverside environments, which feature many small fish and insects, are also very popular.