Aichi Minato-ku, Nagoya
Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium
4 penguin species
At a glance
| Address | 1-3 Minato-machi, Minato-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 455-0033 |
|---|---|
| Getting there | About 5 minutes on foot from Exit 3 of Nagoya-ko Station (Subway Meiko Line) About 10 minutes from the Minatoaki IC (Nagoya Expressway), about 20 minutes from the Meiko-Chuo IC (Isewangan Expressway) Parking at Garden Pier Parking or Garden Pier West Parking (about 5 min walk; ¥100 per 30 min, max ¥1,000 per 24 hours) |
| Hours | 9:30–17:30 (9:30–20:00 during Golden Week and summer vacation; 9:30–17:00 in winter, December to mid-March). Last entry 1 hour before closing |
| Closed | Mondays (the following day if Monday is a holiday). Open daily during Golden Week, July–September, New Year and spring break; check the official calendar for temporary closures |
| Admission | Adult / High school student ¥2,030 Elementary / Junior high student ¥1,010 Child (4+) ¥500 Regular aquarium-only admission. Discounted night tickets (Golden Week and summer only) and a 4-facility combo ticket are also available |
| Official site | nagoyaaqua.jp |
| Information checked on | October 16, 2026 |
Penguins you can see
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Emperor Penguin
コウテイペンギン Aptenodytes forsteri
IUCN: NT (Near Threatened)
- Where
- Antarctic Sea penguin tank, South Building 3F
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Adélie Penguin
アデリーペンギン Pygoscelis adeliae
IUCN: LC (Least Concern)
- Where
- Antarctic Sea penguin tank, South Building 3F
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Gentoo Penguin
ジェンツーペンギン Pygoscelis papua
IUCN: LC (Least Concern)
- Where
- Antarctic Sea penguin tank, South Building 3F
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Chinstrap Penguin
ヒゲペンギン Pygoscelis antarcticus
IUCN: LC (Least Concern)
- Where
- Antarctic Sea penguin tank, South Building 3F
Parade and feeding times
| Parade and feeding times | When / where | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Penguin Feeding Time | Antarctic Sea, South Building 3F, about 10 min. Weekdays 13:00 and 16:00, Saturdays 16:00, Sundays and holidays 12:30 and 16:00 (varies by day; check the official calendar) | — |
| Penguin Q&A | Saturdays 13:00 at the penguin tank, South Building 3F, about 10 min. Keepers explain a monthly theme and answer questions (check the official calendar for dates) | — |
Highlights
- Four Antarctic species (Emperor, Adelie, Gentoo and Chinstrap) in the Antarctic Sea zone
- Gentoo, Adelie and Chinstrap penguins breed here, with chicks seen every year
- About 5 minutes on foot from Nagoya-ko subway station; same-day re-entry is allowed
Tickets
Check prices and availability on the ticket page.
Nearby places
FAQ
- How many penguin species are at Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium?
- 4 species: Emperor Penguin, Adélie Penguin, Gentoo Penguin, Chinstrap Penguin.
- How much is admission to Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium?
- Adult / High school student ¥2,030, Elementary / Junior high student ¥1,010, Child (4+) ¥500 (as of October 16, 2026).
- Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium?
- Yes: Penguin Feeding Time, Penguin Q&A. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
- How do I get to Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium?
- About 5 minutes on foot from Exit 3 of Nagoya-ko Station (Subway Meiko Line), About 10 minutes from the Minatoaki IC (Nagoya Expressway), about 20 minutes from the Meiko-Chuo IC (Isewangan Expressway), Parking at Garden Pier Parking or Garden Pier West Parking (about 5 min walk; ¥100 per 30 min, max ¥1,000 per 24 hours).
Sources
We checked the official pages below on October 16, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.