Aomori
Asamushi Aquarium
Humboldt Penguin
At a glance
| Address | 1-25 Babayama, Asamushi, Aomori City, Aomori 039-3501 |
|---|---|
| Getting there | About 10 minutes on foot from Asamushi-Onsen Station (Aoimori Railway) About 55 minutes (weekdays) or 60 minutes (weekends and holidays) by Aomori city bus from JR Aomori Station About 15 minutes from the Aomori-Higashi IC on the Aomori Expressway via Route 4 About 40 minutes by car from JR Aomori Station, about 50 minutes from Aomori Airport |
| Hours | 9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30) |
| Closed | Open every day |
| Admission | Adult ¥1,200 Children (high school age and under) are free. Adult admission drops to ¥800 from 10 minutes after the last dolphin performance starts |
| Official site | asamushi-aqua.com |
| Information checked on | October 22, 2026 |
Penguins you can see
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フンボルトペンギン Spheniscus humboldti
IUCN: VU (Vulnerable)
- Where
- Marine Mammal Hall
Parade and feeding times
| Parade and feeding times | When / where |
|---|---|
| Penguin Watching | Every Saturday in October 2026 from 15:15 (about 15 min, in front of the dolphin pool). Keepers talk about the Humboldt penguins up close. May be cancelled if avian flu is confirmed in Aomori Prefecture |
Highlights
- The northernmost aquarium on Honshu. Watch Humboldt penguins swim up close in the Marine Mammal Hall, alongside seals and fur seals
- Free admission for children through high school age
Nearby places
FAQ
- How many penguin species are at Asamushi Aquarium?
- 1 species: Humboldt Penguin.
- How much is admission to Asamushi Aquarium?
- Adult ¥1,200 (as of October 22, 2026).
- Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Asamushi Aquarium?
- Yes: Penguin Watching. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
- How do I get to Asamushi Aquarium?
- About 10 minutes on foot from Asamushi-Onsen Station (Aoimori Railway), About 55 minutes (weekdays) or 60 minutes (weekends and holidays) by Aomori city bus from JR Aomori Station, About 15 minutes from the Aomori-Higashi IC on the Aomori Expressway via Route 4, About 40 minutes by car from JR Aomori Station, about 50 minutes from Aomori Airport.
Sources
We checked the official pages below on October 22, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.