Hyogo Suma Ward, Kobe
Kobe Suma Sea World
1 penguin species
At a glance
| Address | 1-3-5 Wakamiyacho, Suma Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 654-0049 |
|---|---|
| Getting there | About 5 minutes on foot from JR Sumakaihinkoen Station About 20 minutes on foot from JR Suma Station About 10 minutes on foot from Sanyo Electric Railway Tsukimiyama Station By car, head west on Route 2 from Minatogawa IC (Hanshin Expressway Route 3), or about 5 minutes south from Suma IC if coming from Himeji or Okayama; use the Suma Kaihin Park parking lot |
| Hours | Varies by date. In Oct–Nov 2026, mostly 10:00–18:00 on weekdays and 9:30–19:00 on weekends and holidays. Last admission 1 hour before closing; check the official calendar |
| Closed | Closed a few days a year (next: 15 November 2026); check the official calendar |
| Admission | Adult (high school and up) ¥3,100 Senior (65+) ¥2,500 Child (elementary and junior high) ¥1,800 Infant (4–6) ¥1,800 1-day ticket, standard-period price. Prices vary by season: adult ¥2,900–3,700, senior ¥2,300–3,100, child and infant ¥1,700–1,800 |
| Official site | www.kobesuma-seaworld.jp |
| Information checked on | October 19, 2026 |
Penguins you can see
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Magellanic Penguin
マゼランペンギン Spheniscus magellanicus
IUCN: LC (Least Concern)
- Where
- AQUALIVE 3F–4F, Rocky Life
Parade and feeding times
| Parade and feeding times | When / where | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Penguin Walk | Limited period, 16 Oct 2026 – 31 Mar 2027. Daily from 13:45 (about 15 min) at Rocky Terrace, AQUALIVE 4F | Free (admission ticket required) |
| Feeding Time (Penguins) | 12:00 and 15:00 at AQUALIVE (may change by date; check the official performance schedule) | — |
Highlights
- Magellanic penguins live in a recreated natural habitat where you can watch them swim and use their nest burrows
- In spring you may see them raising chicks
- From autumn to spring, a free Penguin Walk takes place on the rooftop Rocky Terrace
Tickets
Check prices and availability on the ticket page.
Nearby places
FAQ
- How many penguin species are at Kobe Suma Sea World?
- 1 species: Magellanic Penguin.
- How much is admission to Kobe Suma Sea World?
- Adult (high school and up) ¥3,100, Senior (65+) ¥2,500, Child (elementary and junior high) ¥1,800, Infant (4–6) ¥1,800 (as of October 19, 2026).
- Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Kobe Suma Sea World?
- Yes: Penguin Walk, Feeding Time (Penguins). Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
- How do I get to Kobe Suma Sea World?
- About 5 minutes on foot from JR Sumakaihinkoen Station, About 20 minutes on foot from JR Suma Station, About 10 minutes on foot from Sanyo Electric Railway Tsukimiyama Station, By car, head west on Route 2 from Minatogawa IC (Hanshin Expressway Route 3), or about 5 minutes south from Suma IC if coming from Himeji or Okayama; use the Suma Kaihin Park parking lot.
Sources
We checked the official pages below on October 19, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.