Oita Marine Palace Aquarium Umitamago
An aquarium where you can feel close to marine life
Oita Marine Palace Aquarium Umitamago is themed around the idea of "becoming friends with animals" and features numerous exhibits that bring visitors closer to marine creatures. The massive main circulatory tank showcases around 90 species and 1,500 fish native to the Bungo Channel, offering an up-close view of their vibrant underwater world. Popular attractions include thrilling dolphin shows and adorable walrus performances. At the Asobeach outdoor facility, visitors can walk barefoot on the sand and get up close views of dolphins, seals, and penguins.
At Umitama Café Bee Honey, you can enjoy charming, marine animal-themed treats and the highly popular honey-rich soft serve ice cream. The café features floor-to-ceiling glass windows, so that you can dine while taking in stunning views of Beppu Bay.
The facility also includes a shop offering Umitamago-original sweets in cute packaging and local specialty products, making it the perfect spot to pick up souvenirs.
At Umitama Café Bee Honey, you can enjoy charming, marine animal-themed treats and the highly popular honey-rich soft serve ice cream. The café features floor-to-ceiling glass windows, so that you can dine while taking in stunning views of Beppu Bay.
The facility also includes a shop offering Umitamago-original sweets in cute packaging and local specialty products, making it the perfect spot to pick up souvenirs.
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Basic Information
- Address (Japanese)
- 870-0100 大分県大分市神崎ウト3078-22
- Address
- 3078-22 Kanzaki Uto, Oita City, Oita, 870-0100
- Telephone Number
- 097-534-1010
- Other contact details
- 097-534-1013
- Opening Times
- [Normal hours] 9:00–17:00 (last admission is 30 minutes before closing)
Note: Hours may vary during periods such as Golden Week and August - Closed
- Each year there are a few days with temporary closures
- Prices
- [General Admission]
-Adults (high school students and older): 2,600 yen
-Children (elementary and middle school students): 1,300 yen
-Preschoolers (4 years old and older): 850 yen
-Children 3 years old and under: Free
[Group Admission (20 people or more)]
-Adults (high school students and older): 2,400 yen
-Children (elementary and middle school students): 1,200 yen
-Preschoolers (4 years old and older): 750 yen
-Children 3 years old and under: Free
*School group rates, senior discounts, and disability discounts available - Car Park
- Parking Lots 1–4 (total of 800 parking spaces):
*5 parking spaces for disabled individuals are available in Parking Lot 1
Standard/Compact cars: 420 yen
Buses: 1,050 yen
Motorcycles: Free
Operating hours: 8:30–17:30 - Access
- [By car]
-Approximately 25 minutes from the Oita IC on the Higashi-Kyushu Expressway
-Approximately 25 minutes from the Beppu IC on the Higashi-Kyushu Expressway
[By bus]
-From JR Oita Station: Approximately 22 minutes via Oita Kotsu Bus, get off at the "Takasakiyama" bus stop then walk about 5 minutes
-From JR Beppu Station: Approximately 12 minutes via Oita Kotsu Bus, get off at the "Takasakiyama" bus stop then walk about 1 minute - Website
＊Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
