Tokyo Sumida
Sumida Aquarium
1 penguin species
At a glance
| Address | Tokyo Skytree Town Solamachi 5F/6F, 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 131-0045 |
|---|---|
| Getting there | Right by Tokyo Skytree Station on the Tobu Skytree Line 5-minute walk from Oshiage (Skytree-mae) Station (Tobu Skytree Line, Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, Keisei Oshiage Line, Toei Asakusa Line) No dedicated or partner parking (no discount at the Tokyo Skytree Town car park) |
| Hours | Weekdays 10:00–20:00, weekends and holidays 9:00–21:00 (last entry 1 hour before closing; may change due to weather) |
| Closed | Open year-round (may close or restrict entry for maintenance or events) |
| Admission | Adult ¥2,700 High school student ¥2,000 Elementary / junior high student ¥1,400 Child (3+) ¥900 General admission. Annual passes also available (adult ¥6,000 etc.). Students must show a student ID |
| Official site | www.sumida-aquarium.com |
| Information checked on | October 16, 2026 |
Penguins you can see
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Magellanic Penguin
マゼランペンギン Spheniscus magellanicus
IUCN: LC (Least Concern)
- Where
- Penguins area (5F / 6F)
Parade and feeding times
| Parade and feeding times | When / where | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Penguins Meal Time | Daily around 10:30–10:40, 13:30–13:40 and 16:00–16:10 (Penguins area, about 15 min; may be cancelled or rescheduled depending on the animals) | — |
Highlights
- An indoor open-air penguin pool of about 350 tons; a two-level atrium viewed from above on 6F and from the side and below on 5F
- No acrylic between you and the penguins; you share the same space, and may even catch a splash
- LED lighting mimics the time of day; in the evening you can see the penguins sleeping under dim light
- The "Sumida Penguin Relationship Chart" showing each bird's relationships is updated every year
Tickets
Check prices and availability on the ticket page.
Nearby places
FAQ
- How many penguin species are at Sumida Aquarium?
- 1 species: Magellanic Penguin.
- How much is admission to Sumida Aquarium?
- Adult ¥2,700, High school student ¥2,000, Elementary / junior high student ¥1,400, Child (3+) ¥900 (as of October 16, 2026).
- Is there a penguin parade or feeding time at Sumida Aquarium?
- Yes: Penguins Meal Time. Times can change from day to day, so check the official schedule.
- How do I get to Sumida Aquarium?
- Right by Tokyo Skytree Station on the Tobu Skytree Line, 5-minute walk from Oshiage (Skytree-mae) Station (Tobu Skytree Line, Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, Keisei Oshiage Line, Toei Asakusa Line), No dedicated or partner parking (no discount at the Tokyo Skytree Town car park).
Sources
We checked the official pages below on October 16, 2026. Please confirm the latest details on the official site.