How many penguin species are at Notojima Aquarium?

2 species: Magellanic Penguin, Humboldt Penguin.

How much is admission to Notojima Aquarium?

Adult (high school and older) ¥1,890, Child (ages 3 to junior high school) ¥510 (as of October 23, 2026).

Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Notojima Aquarium?

Yes: Penguin Walk. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.

How do I get to Notojima Aquarium?

About 35 minutes by Notojima Kotsu bus from Wakura-Onsen Station (about 50 minutes from Nanao Station) to the Notojima Rinkai Koen stop, About 15 minutes from Wakura Onsen across the Notojima Bridge; take the Wakura IC on the Noetsu Expressway.

Ishikawa Nanao

Notojima Aquarium

Humboldt Penguin and Magellanic Penguin

At a glance

Address	15-40 Notojima Magari-machi, Nanao, Ishikawa 926-0216
Getting there	About 35 minutes by Notojima Kotsu bus from Wakura-Onsen Station (about 50 minutes from Nanao Station) to the Notojima Rinkai Koen stop About 15 minutes from Wakura Onsen across the Notojima Bridge; take the Wakura IC on the Noetsu Expressway
Hours	Mar 20–Nov 30: 9:00–17:00; Dec 1–Mar 19: 9:00–16:30 (last entry 30 minutes before closing)
Closed	Dec 29–31
Admission	Adult (high school and older) ¥1,890 Child (ages 3 to junior high school) ¥510 Free for children under 3
Official site	www.notoaqua.jp
Information checked on	October 23, 2026

Penguins you can see

Magellanic Penguin

マゼランペンギン Spheniscus magellanicus

IUCN: LC (Least Concern)

Where

Penguin Pool
Humboldt Penguin

フンボルトペンギン Spheniscus humboldti

IUCN: VU (Vulnerable)

Where

Humboldt Penguin Tank

Parade and feeding times

Parade and feeding times	When / where
Penguin Walk	Mar 20–Nov 30: weekdays 11:00 and 13:00, weekends and holidays 11:00, 14:00 and 15:30 (about 10 min). Dec 1–Mar 19: weekdays 12:30 and 14:30, weekends and holidays 11:00 and 13:40 (about 15 min). Starts from the Penguin Pool; may be cancelled depending on the birds' condition

Highlights

The Magellanic penguin walk runs daily, setting off from the Penguin Pool so you can watch them waddle up close
Magellanic and Humboldt penguins live in separate exhibits; the Humboldt tank shows them swimming underwater
About 500 species and 40,000 animals, centred on Noto Peninsula waters and including whale sharks; 15 minutes from Wakura Onsen across the Notojima Bridge

Tickets

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FAQ

How many penguin species are at Notojima Aquarium?: 2 species: Magellanic Penguin, Humboldt Penguin.
How much is admission to Notojima Aquarium?: Adult (high school and older) ¥1,890, Child (ages 3 to junior high school) ¥510 (as of October 23, 2026).
Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Notojima Aquarium?: Yes: Penguin Walk. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
How do I get to Notojima Aquarium?: About 35 minutes by Notojima Kotsu bus from Wakura-Onsen Station (about 50 minutes from Nanao Station) to the Notojima Rinkai Koen stop, About 15 minutes from Wakura Onsen across the Notojima Bridge; take the Wakura IC on the Noetsu Expressway.

Sources

We checked the official pages below on October 23, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.