Hokkaido Noboribetsu
Noboribetsu Marine Park NIXE
3 penguin species
At a glance
| Address | 1-22 Noboribetsu Higashi-machi, Noboribetsu, Hokkaido 059-0492 |
|---|---|
| Getting there | About 5 minutes on foot from JR Noboribetsu Station (about 1 hr 15–20 min from Sapporo by the Suzuran or Hokuto limited express) About 1 hr 10 min from New Chitose Airport on the Hayabusa express bus (reservation required); 4 minutes on foot from the Noboribetsu stop About 5 minutes from the Noboribetsu-Higashi IC on the Doo Expressway; parking is ¥500 per car |
| Hours | 9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30) |
| Closed | Open all year (occasional maintenance closures) |
| Admission | Adult (junior high and up) ¥3,200 Child (age 4 to elementary school) ¥1,600 Free for ages 3 and under; group rates for 10 or more |
| Official site | nixe-aqua.com |
| Information checked on | October 19, 2026 |
Penguins you can see
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King Penguin
オウサマペンギン Aptenodytes patagonicus
IUCN: LC (Least Concern)
- Where
- Penguin House
- The chick hatched in Sept 2026 can currently be seen only on the backstage tour
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African Penguin
ケープペンギン Spheniscus demersus
IUCN: CR (Critically Endangered)
- Where
- Penguin House
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Gentoo Penguin
ジェンツーペンギン Pygoscelis papua
IUCN: LC (Least Concern)
- Where
- Penguin House
Parade and feeding times
| Parade and feeding times | When / where | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Penguin Parade | 11:00–11:15 and 14:15–14:30 at NIXE Plaza (three times at 10:00, 12:00 and 15:00 during Golden Week; may be cancelled due to temperature or weather) | — |
| NIXE Backstage Tour | Daily 13:00–13:30, one group (1–5 people) per day; includes the Penguin House. Book 30 to 3 days ahead | ¥2,000 per group (plus admission) |
Highlights
- King, African and Gentoo penguins live in the Penguin House
- A daily penguin parade sets out from the Penguin House to NIXE Plaza
- In Sept 2026 a King penguin chick hatched from an egg provided by Tokyo Sea Life Park, the first in seven years
Tickets
Check prices and availability on the ticket page.
Nearby places
FAQ
- How many penguin species are at Noboribetsu Marine Park NIXE?
- 3 species: King Penguin, African Penguin, Gentoo Penguin.
- How much is admission to Noboribetsu Marine Park NIXE?
- Adult (junior high and up) ¥3,200, Child (age 4 to elementary school) ¥1,600 (as of October 19, 2026).
- Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Noboribetsu Marine Park NIXE?
- Yes: Penguin Parade, NIXE Backstage Tour. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
- How do I get to Noboribetsu Marine Park NIXE?
- About 5 minutes on foot from JR Noboribetsu Station (about 1 hr 15–20 min from Sapporo by the Suzuran or Hokuto limited express), About 1 hr 10 min from New Chitose Airport on the Hayabusa express bus (reservation required); 4 minutes on foot from the Noboribetsu stop, About 5 minutes from the Noboribetsu-Higashi IC on the Doo Expressway; parking is ¥500 per car.
Sources
We checked the official pages below on October 19, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.