Kagawa Utazu
Shikoku Aquarium
African Penguin
At a glance
| Address | 4 Hama-1-bancho, Utazu, Ayauta District, Kagawa 769-0201 (inside Utazu Rinkai Park) |
|---|---|
| Getting there | About 12 minutes on foot from the north exit of JR Utazu Station About 10 minutes by car from the Sakaide IC, about 5 minutes from the Sakaide-Kita IC About 1 hour by limousine bus from Takamatsu Airport to Utazu Station (south exit), then about 12 minutes on foot |
| Hours | 9:00–18:00 (last entry 17:30); extended hours during Golden Week and summer |
| Closed | Open daily; closed for winter maintenance (2–4 February 2027) |
| Admission | Adult (16+) ¥2,600 Student (7–15) ¥1,400 Child (3–6) ¥700 Free for children under 3 |
| Official site | shikoku-aquarium.jp |
| Information checked on | October 22, 2026 |
Penguins you can see
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ケープペンギン Spheniscus demersus
IUCN: CR (Critically Endangered)
- Where
- Penguin exhibit (Jincho no Kei), Active Field zone
Parade and feeding times
| Parade and feeding times | When / where |
|---|---|
| Penguin Feeding Time | 13:45 at the Active Field zone (about 10 min, with keeper commentary) |
Highlights
- The Active Field zone's penguin exhibit features African penguins from temperate South Africa
- Daily penguin feeding at 13:45 with keeper commentary
- At the foot of the Great Seto Bridge, about 12 minutes on foot from JR Utazu Station
Tickets
Check prices and availability on the ticket page.
Nearby places
FAQ
- How many penguin species are at Shikoku Aquarium?
- 1 species: African Penguin.
- How much is admission to Shikoku Aquarium?
- Adult (16+) ¥2,600, Student (7–15) ¥1,400, Child (3–6) ¥700 (as of October 22, 2026).
- Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Shikoku Aquarium?
- Yes: Penguin Feeding Time. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
- How do I get to Shikoku Aquarium?
- About 12 minutes on foot from the north exit of JR Utazu Station, About 10 minutes by car from the Sakaide IC, about 5 minutes from the Sakaide-Kita IC, About 1 hour by limousine bus from Takamatsu Airport to Utazu Station (south exit), then about 12 minutes on foot.
Sources
We checked the official pages below on October 22, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.