How many penguin species are at Oga Aquarium GAO?

2 species: Northern Rockhopper Penguin, Gentoo Penguin.

How much is admission to Oga Aquarium GAO?

Adult ¥1,300, Elementary and junior high students ¥500 (as of October 19, 2026).

Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Oga Aquarium GAO?

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

How do I get to Oga Aquarium GAO?

From JR Oga Station (Oga Line), take the Oga Kita Line bus to Oga Suizokukan-mae (¥200 one way), Shared taxi "Namahage Shuttle" from JR Oga Station, By car from Akita: two routes, via the Namahage Line or via Monzen along the coast.

Akita Oga

Oga Aquarium GAO

2 penguin species

At a glance

Address	Shiohama, Toga, Oga, Akita 010-0673
Getting there	From JR Oga Station (Oga Line), take the Oga Kita Line bus to Oga Suizokukan-mae (¥200 one way) Shared taxi "Namahage Shuttle" from JR Oga Station By car from Akita: two routes, via the Namahage Line or via Monzen along the coast
Hours	Apr–Oct and Mar 9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:00); Nov–Feb 9:00–16:00 (last entry 15:00). Extended hours around Golden Week and Obon
Closed	Closed on about a dozen days a year, mostly Thursdays (check the official notice)
Admission	Adult ¥1,300 Elementary and junior high students ¥500 Free for preschool children. Discounts for visitors with disabilities, groups of 10+, and university students in Akita
Official site	www.gao-aqua.jp
Information checked on	October 19, 2026

Penguins you can see

Northern Rockhopper Penguin

キタイワトビペンギン Eudyptes moseleyi

IUCN: EN (Endangered)

Where

Penguin exhibit, 2F
Gentoo Penguin

ジェンツーペンギン Pygoscelis papua

IUCN: LC (Least Concern)

Where

Penguin exhibit, 2F

Parade and feeding times

Parade and feeding times	When / where
Penguin Feeding Time	10:30 and 14:30 at the penguin tank (guide map no. 9)

Highlights

Northern Rockhopper and Gentoo penguins live in the 2nd-floor penguin exhibit
Northern Rockhopper chicks have hatched here, and penguin events such as chick viewings are held
Polar bears, seals and sea lions are also on the 2nd floor

Tickets

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FAQ

How many penguin species are at Oga Aquarium GAO?: 2 species: Northern Rockhopper Penguin, Gentoo Penguin.
How much is admission to Oga Aquarium GAO?: Adult ¥1,300, Elementary and junior high students ¥500 (as of October 19, 2026).
Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Oga Aquarium GAO?: Yes: Penguin Feeding Time. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
How do I get to Oga Aquarium GAO?: From JR Oga Station (Oga Line), take the Oga Kita Line bus to Oga Suizokukan-mae (¥200 one way), Shared taxi "Namahage Shuttle" from JR Oga Station, By car from Akita: two routes, via the Namahage Line or via Monzen along the coast.

Sources

We checked the official pages below on October 19, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.