[2025 Kushimoto Attraction] Travel Guide for Kushimoto Marine Park (Updated Apr)

After introducing the Acropora Sea Park Restaurant in the previous article, I will introduce the Kushimoto Sea Park which is located in the same location but next to it. The Kushimoto Sea Park has a large environment and area, facing an endless Pacific Ocean view, and a large lawn. They used to have an aquarium, which contains many fish, jellyfish, etc. Just when you may think that this aquarium is ordinary, the surprise is behind‼ ️There are turtles and baby turtles🐢The most important thing is that you can hold the baby turtles in your hands😍This is the first time I got to hold and feel a baby turtle in person, it was also very well behaved in my palms🥰It felt magical! But you have to disinfect your hands before and after hugging🤗In addition, this Kushimoto Marine Park also has sightseeing boats and observation towers~ But due to time constraints, we did not visit the observation tower or take the sightseeing boat🥲 Another thing to mention is the large lawn in Kushimoto Marine Park, where there are some recreational facilities, such as rocking boards, swing chairs, etc. It is also very relaxing to have fun in this scenic location, enjoy the beautiful scenery, and enjoy the food❤️ Kushimoto Marine Park Address: Arita 1157, Kushimoto-cho, Higashimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan #residentwriter #attractionsphotographyguide #hotsummerplaces #japanplaces #suburbsplaces #Japan Attractions

On the fourth day of the trip to the Kii Peninsula, when traveling around Kushimoto Town in Wakayama Prefecture, there is one place that cannot be missed, that is Kushimoto Marine Park at the southernmost tip of Honshu, Japan. This underwater park is a comprehensive park consisting of a water hotel, an underwater observation tower, and the underwater sightseeing ship Stella Maris. Kushimoto Marine Park was designated in 1970 as one of the first marine parks (now marine parks) in Japan. There is a 24-meter-long underwater tunnel in the aquarium, where you can see blue sharks and rays swimming leisurely overhead. In addition, from the underwater observation tower 140 meters offshore, you can see the seabed at a depth of 6.3 meters, and take the underwater sightseeing boat Stella Maris to observe the world's northernmost cluster of table corals. The park also offers diving and swimming experiences, accommodation cabins, etc. It is a theme park that truly conveys the sea and creatures of Kushimoto. You can enjoy everything from visiting an aquarium to observing the nature of the sea, as well as eating and shopping. 📍Address: Arita 1157, Kushimoto-cho, Higashimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture 🚃Transportation: Take the free shuttle bus from JR Kushimoto Station in 13 minutes ⏰Time: 9:00 ~ 16:00 🗓️Regular holidays: None 🎫Tickets: 2,000 yen for high school students and above, 1,000 yen for elementary and junior high school students Children aged 3 to pre-school 400 yen Discounts available for electronic ticket purchases Kushimoto Marine Park

This time we will introduce you to Kushimoto Marine Park in Wakayama Prefecture. This is a complex with an aquarium, underwater observation tower, semi-submersible underwater sightseeing boat, large shop and restaurant, accommodation lodge, and swimming facilities. To be honest, the exterior and atmosphere are very Showa-era. As an aquarium, it is inferior to Atoa and others, but the inside was well designed and was more beautiful than I expected. It is a hidden spot with few people so it is easy to take photos. Overall, I think that out of all the aquariums I have visited, this one is the most photogenic. It exceeded my expectations in a good way. There's a pond with turtles🐢, an ingenious aquarium exhibit, an underwater observation tower where you can observe the ocean, and even a semi-submersible underwater sightseeing boat🛥️!! It looks like it can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from small children to the elderly✨️ Depending on the weather, the semi-submersible underwater sightseeing boat may not be able to operate, and depending on the water level, you may not be able to go to the underwater observation tower💦 《Save》 it and use it to plan your trip❤️ 📝﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏ Spot details 📍Kushimoto Marine Park 🏷️ 1157 Arita, Kushimoto-cho, Higashimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture 🕐 9:00-16:30 (last admission 16:00) 💰 Aquarium + Underwater Observation Tower Adults 1800 yen Elementary and junior high school students: 800 yen Toddlers (3 years and older): 300 yen *For other detailed prices, please refer to the Tips and Information 🚗Free admission available - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ✎﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏ Tips and Information 🎫Detailed prices ・[Aquarium only] Adults: 1500 yen, elementary and junior high school students: 700 yen, toddlers (3 years and older): 200 yen ⚠This ticket does not allow entry to the underwater observation tower ・[Aquarium + Underwater Observation Tower 】 Adults 1800 yen, elementary and junior high school students 800 yen, infants (3 years and older) 200 yen ・【Undersea sightseeing boat only】 ☑Regular route approx. 25 minutes Adults 1800 yen, elementary and junior high school students 900 yen, infants (3 years and older) 200 yen ☑Short route approx. 15 minutes Adults 1200 yen, elementary and junior high school students 600 yen, infants (3 years and older) 200 yen ・【Aquarium + Undersea observation tower + Undersea sightseeing boat】 ☑Regular route approx. 25 minutes Adults 2600 yen, elementary and junior high school students 1400 yen, infants (3 years and older) 200 yen ☑Short route approx. 15 minutes Adults 2300 yen, elementary and junior high school students 1200 yen, infants (3 years and older) 200 yen ・【Silver discount】(65 years and older, ID showing age required) ※Aquarium + Undersea observation tower 1600 yen ⚠Additional boarding fee +900 yen or short route +600 yen 💸Special offer Register your email address on the official website of Kushimoto Marine Park to receive a 10% discount coupon for admission✨️ Check and receive it in advance🙆♀️ For details, click on the [Discount coupon] section on the official website ☀️About the weather Boats🛥️ may be canceled due to waves or wind. The underwater observation tower may also be closed if the weather is rough and the water level rises. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - \Couples who love going out/ ▷Instagram @oneandonly.us We're posting about places to go out, mainly in Kansai and Shikoku ϟ We're also looking for your recommended places 👏 #Wakayama #WakayamaTrip #WakayamaTourism #DateSpot #PhotogenicSpot #Aquarium #SoloTrip #RecommendedForDates #CouplesTrip #GourmetTrip #GirlsTrip #PhotogenicSpot #Date #CouplesTrip

I went to Kushimoto Marine Park with someone before. There is a restaurant called ACROPORA in Kushimoto Marine Park. I ordered the seafood pottery set meal here. There is a pot where you can put your own ingredients. We also ordered a platter of prawns and scallops. They are really authentic. However, these additional menus need to be reserved in advance! The ramen in their restaurant is very soft, and I heard from others that it would be delicious if pepper was added. The scenery outside the restaurant is also very beautiful, and diners can see the unbeatable sea view of the Pacific Ocean! Enjoy the sea view and delicious food! I'm glad I was able to take a leisurely break while I was in Japan❤️ Sea Park Restaurant ACROPORA Staghorn Coral Address: Arita 1157, Kushimoto-cho, Higashimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan #residentwriter #attractionsphotographyguide #hotsummerplaces #japanplaces #suburbsplaces #Japan Attractions