Slither into the New Year at Shinagawa Aquarium! 🐍
Celebrate 2025 with serpentine surprises and aquatic adventures!
Ring in the New Year with unique, aquatic-themed festivities at the Shinagawa Aquarium! This year’s celebration features special events inspired by the 2025 zodiac animal, the snake. Witness captivating shows with a New Year’s twist, including the "New Year’s Seal Show," where seals try their luck with omikuji fortune-telling. Dive into a world of wonder and celebrate the New Year at Shinagawa Aquarium! (Special New Year’s versions of shows run from January 2nd to 6th, 2025).
Special Exhibits and Performances:
◆Zodiac Tank:
Get up close and personal with the banded sea krait, a serpentine sea dweller perfectly embodying the 2025 zodiac sign.
- Dates: Saturday, December 28th, 2024 – Monday, January 13th, 2025 (National Holiday)
- Location: Near the aquarium entrance on the 1st floor
◆New Year’s Seal Show:
Will the seals predict good fortune in the New Year? Find out during this comical performance featuring omikuji, traditional Japanese fortunes.
- Dates: Thursday, January 2nd, 2025 – Monday, January 6th, 2025
- Times: 11:15 a.m. & 3:15 p.m.
- Location: Seal Hall
◆New Year’s Dolphin Show:
Experience the energy of our dolphins as they perform to festive Japanese music. Don’t miss their adorable, synchronized chorus!
- Dates: Thursday, January 2nd, 2025 – Monday, January 6th, 2025
- Times: 10:45 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m., & 3:30 p.m.
- Location: Dolphin/Sea Lion Stadium
◆New Year’s Sea Lion Show:
Enjoy a celebratory show featuring New Year’s themed props and playful sea lions.
- Dates: Thursday, January 2nd, 2025 – Monday, January 6th, 2025
- Times: 11:45 a.m. & 2:45 p.m.
- Location: Dolphin/Sea Lion Stadium
Aquarium Information:
- Venue: Shinagawa Aquarium
- Nearest Stations: Omori Kaigan Station / Omori Station
- Address: 〒140-0012 Tokyo, Shinagawa-ku, Katsushima 3-2-1 Map
- Event Period: Saturday, December 28th, 2024 – Monday, January 13th, 2025 (National Holiday)
- Closed: Tuesdays (Open on Tuesdays during spring, summer, and winter vacations, Golden Week, and national holidays), January 1st. Note: Open on Tuesday, December 31st.
- Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Last entry 4:30 p.m.)
- Fees:
- Adults (High school students and above): 1,350 yen
- Elementary and Junior High School Students: 600 yen
- Children (4 years and above): 300 yen
- Seniors (65 years and above): 1,200 yen
- Official Website: https://www.aquarium.gr.jp/
Please note that event details are subject to change. Check the official website for the latest information.
Overview of Shinagawa Aquarium
Shinagawa Aquarium, located in Tokyo, Japan, offers an engaging glimpse into diverse marine life both native to the region and from around the world. The aquarium houses a variety of tanks showcasing marine species, from tropical fish to sharks and sea turtles.
The facility merges education with entertainment, providing interactive experiences and programs focused on marine biology and conservation. Notably, a walk-through tunnel allows visitors a 360-degree view of aquatic life, making it appealing to all age groups.
In addition to exhibitions, the aquarium presents shows with dolphins and sea lions, displaying the animals’ natural intelligence and agility. These performances, along with the carefully crafted exhibits, emphasize the importance of environmental conservation.
With its mix of educational displays and engaging activities, Shinagawa Aquarium is an insightful destination for those interested in marine life. To celebrate the New Year in 2025, the aquarium will feature special shows and zodiac-themed exhibits, offering a memorable experience for visitors.
