Hyogo Himeji
Himeji City Aquarium
Humboldt Penguin
At a glance
| Address | 440 Nishinobusue, Himeji, Hyogo (in Tegarayama Peace Park) |
|---|---|
| Getting there | 10 min on foot from Tegara Station (Sanyo Electric Railway) 15 min on foot from JR Tegarayama-Heiwakoen Station From the south exit of JR Himeji Station, Shinki Bus routes 95 or 96 to Nishinobusue / Himeji Shiritsu Suizokukan-kita, then 5 min on foot By car, 2 km from Nakachi IC on the Himeji Bypass; the nearest car park is Tegarayama No. 1 multi-storey (¥200 per day) |
| Hours | 9:00–17:00 (last admission 16:30) |
| Closed | Tuesdays (the next day if a holiday), Dec 29–Jan 1 |
| Admission | Adult ¥600 Elementary and junior high students ¥250 Group discounts for 30 or more. Same-day re-entry allowed |
| Official site | www.city.himeji.lg.jp/aqua |
| Information checked on | October 23, 2026 |
Penguins you can see
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フンボルトペンギン Spheniscus humboldti
IUCN: VU (Vulnerable)
- Where
- Main Building
Parade and feeding times
| Parade and feeding times | When / where |
|---|---|
| Penguin Feeding Time | 10:00 and 15:00 at the Main Building, with commentary from the keepers |
Highlights
- A municipal aquarium on the hill in Tegarayama Peace Park, focused on the everyday wildlife of the Harima region
- Humboldt penguin feeding with keeper commentary twice a day
- A Humboldt chick hatched in March 2026; the oldest bird, No. 12, was born in 1996
Nearby places
FAQ
- How many penguin species are at Himeji City Aquarium?
- 1 species: Humboldt Penguin.
- How much is admission to Himeji City Aquarium?
- Adult ¥600, Elementary and junior high students ¥250 (as of October 23, 2026).
- Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Himeji City Aquarium?
- Yes: Penguin Feeding Time. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
- How do I get to Himeji City Aquarium?
- 10 min on foot from Tegara Station (Sanyo Electric Railway), 15 min on foot from JR Tegarayama-Heiwakoen Station, From the south exit of JR Himeji Station, Shinki Bus routes 95 or 96 to Nishinobusue / Himeji Shiritsu Suizokukan-kita, then 5 min on foot, By car, 2 km from Nakachi IC on the Himeji Bypass; the nearest car park is Tegarayama No. 1 multi-storey (¥200 per day).
Sources
We checked the official pages below on October 23, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.