How many penguin species are at Shimoda Aquarium?

2 species: Humboldt Penguin, King Penguin.

How much is admission to Shimoda Aquarium?

Adult (junior high school and up) ¥2,500, Child (age 4 to elementary school) ¥1,250 (as of October 23, 2026).

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

Yes: Peta-Peta March (Penguin Feeding Show), Penguin Feeding Experience. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.

How do I get to Shimoda Aquarium?

About 7 min by Tokai Bus from Izukyu-Shimoda Station (Izukyu Line), bus stop 7, About 5 min by taxi or 25 min on foot from Izukyu-Shimoda Station, About 40 km from the Tsukigase IC on the Izu Chuo / Shuzenji Road. Free parking for 200 cars.

Shizuoka Shimoda

Shimoda Aquarium

King Penguin and Humboldt Penguin

At a glance

Address	3-22-31 Shimoda, Shizuoka 415-8502
Getting there	About 7 min by Tokai Bus from Izukyu-Shimoda Station (Izukyu Line), bus stop 7 About 5 min by taxi or 25 min on foot from Izukyu-Shimoda Station About 40 km from the Tsukigase IC on the Izu Chuo / Shuzenji Road. Free parking for 200 cars
Hours	9:30–16:30 (through December 31, 2026; last entry 60 min before closing)
Closed	Closed December 15–18, 2026
Admission	Adult (junior high school and up) ¥2,500 Child (age 4 to elementary school) ¥1,250 Half price for visitors with a disability certificate and one companion
Official site	shimoda-aquarium.com
Information checked on	October 23, 2026

Penguins you can see

Humboldt Penguin

フンボルトペンギン Spheniscus humboldti

IUCN: VU (Vulnerable)

Where

Penguin Panorama Pool
King Penguin

オウサマペンギン Aptenodytes patagonicus

IUCN: LC (Least Concern)

Where

King Penguin House

Parade and feeding times

Parade and feeding times	When / where	Fee
Peta-Peta March (Penguin Feeding Show)	11:25 at the Penguin Pool (also 15:25 during Golden Week, summer holidays and Silver Week; may be cancelled for weather or the penguins' condition)	—
Penguin Feeding Experience	12:00 at the Penguin Pool (Humboldt penguins; numbered tickets are set out in front of the pool at opening)	¥300 per session

Highlights

An aquarium built on floating piers in a natural cove. The Penguin Panorama Pool lets you watch the penguins from every angle
The Peta-Peta March pairs a feeding with a talk on the Humboldt and king penguins
King penguins have bred naturally here; depending on the season you may see chicks being raised

Tickets

Buy on Jalan Buy on KKday

Check prices and availability on the ticket page.

Nearby places

Izu-Mito Sea Paradise

Shizuoka Numazu · about 40 km

1 penguin species

Awashima Marine Park

Shizuoka Numazu · about 41 km

3 penguin species

Shizuoka Municipal Nihondaira Zoo

Shizuoka Suruga-ku, Shizuoka · about 58 km

1 penguin species

FAQ

How many penguin species are at Shimoda Aquarium?: 2 species: Humboldt Penguin, King Penguin.
How much is admission to Shimoda Aquarium?: Adult (junior high school and up) ¥2,500, Child (age 4 to elementary school) ¥1,250 (as of October 23, 2026).
Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Shimoda Aquarium?: Yes: Peta-Peta March (Penguin Feeding Show), Penguin Feeding Experience. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
How do I get to Shimoda Aquarium?: About 7 min by Tokai Bus from Izukyu-Shimoda Station (Izukyu Line), bus stop 7, About 5 min by taxi or 25 min on foot from Izukyu-Shimoda Station, About 40 km from the Tsukigase IC on the Izu Chuo / Shuzenji Road. Free parking for 200 cars.

Sources

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