Notojima Aquarium
のとじま水族館
The only aquarium on the Sea of Japan coast that keeps whale sharks, with dolphin shows and penguin parades. A great choice for families.
Located on Notojima Island in Nanao Bay, this is the only aquarium on the Sea of Japan coast that keeps whale sharks. Its Whale Shark Hall has a large tank where you can view two whale sharks up close. There are also dolphin and sea lion shows, a penguin parade, and displays of fish from the waters around Noto. The tunnel tank 'Dolphin Grand Corridor' is very popular. The aquarium closed for repairs after the 2024 earthquake and reopened in July of that year. It is about 20 minutes' drive from Wakura Onsen via the Notojima Bridge, and the Notojima Glass Art Museum is nearby.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00 (Dec–Mar until 16:30)
Nearby sights
- Wakura Onsen
- Noto-Kashima Station (Noto Sakura Station)
- Ipponsugi Street, Nanao
- Nanao Castle Ruins
- Sojiji Soin Temple
- Wajima Museum of Urushi Art
- Wajima Kiriko Art Museum
- Wajima Morning Market