Tochigi Nakagawa Aquatic Park features rare freshwater fish, even for Japan. At this aquatic park, you can enjoy a hands-on experience and craft, various events, water games, and shopping(fishpal,amazon cafe).
Facility Use Information and Fees
Park Hours
9:30a.m.-4:30p.m. (Aquarium admission is allowed up to 30minutes before closing)
*open until 5:00p.m. between July 15-Aug 31,2019
Closed Days
Closed on Mondays(if Monday is a holiday), the following day
The fourth Thursday of each month(if a holiday, the park will be open)
*Open every day between July 11-Sept.3, 2019
The fourth week in January of every year, Monday-Friday(for facility maintenance)
Admission fees
| Individual | Group | Annual Pass | Multiple Entry(12tickets) | |
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| Adults(high school students and older) | ¥650 | ¥520 | ¥2,500 | ¥6,500 |
| Children(elementary school and junior high school students) | ¥250 | ¥200 | ¥1,000 | ¥2,500 |
| Preschool children | Free of charge | |||
- ●Groups are 20 persons or more(paid visitors)
- ●If you plan to visit the aquarium for educational activities, such as a class or event for elementary or junior high school, please see
→Aquarium group use. - ●Persons with a physical disability certificate, rehabilitation certificate, or mental disability certificate, may present their certificate for free admission (If the presented physical disability certificate or rehabilitation certificate states that its holder is eligible for Grade 1disability discount in passenger fare of railway company, or mental disability certificate is of Grade 1, his/her accompanying caregiver will also receive free admission). Please bring original certificates (or copies) of all visitors, or fill out the Application for admission of people from a school for special needs education (school for handicapped children) / facilities for the handicapped, etc.and send by postal mail, at least 14 days prior to the scheduled day of your visit (excluding closed days). Any submitted personal information will not be used for any purpose other than identification, and will be properly handled and disposed.
- ●During Senior Citizen Week admission is free for persons 65 years or older, with proof of qualification. About the dates of Senior Citizen Week, please directly inquire to the Park.
Others
Wheelchair/ Baby stroller rentals
Free rental wheelchairs, baby strollers, rollators (wheeled walkers) are available at Information.
Supplies are limited. We appreciate your understanding.
*No advanced reservation is accepted
Handicap friendly area information
As steps are removed from the floor in the entire facility, persons using a wheelchair, etc., can take their time and enjoy the exhibits.Multipurpose bathrooms are available in 2 locations in the Aquarium and 5 locations in the Park.
Inquiries regarding handicap friendly design
Mark
From the left- assistance dog, handicap friendly area, AED, wheelchair accessible toilet, disabled parking, slope, nursing room, wheelchair available mark.
Requests
■Except for guide dogs, hearing assistance dogs and assistance dogs, pet animals such as dogs, cats, or fish are not allowed in the Aquarium. Your cooperation is appreciated.
■Smoking in the FISHPAL is prohibited. Smoking is allowed in the designated smoking areas outside the building.
■Release or dumping of aquatic animals, such as carp, black bass, etc. within the park is prohibited.
■Vending machines are located in 1 location in the Aquarium and 3 locations in the Park.
■Please take your garbage home with you.
■Exhibition of animal handling business
Name: Tochigi Agriculture Public Corporation (Public Interest Incorporated Foundation)
Name of Business Location: Tochigi Nakagawa Aquatic Park
Address of Business Location: 2686 Sarado, Otawara-shi Tochigi
Category of animal handling business: Exhibition
Name of person in charge of animal handling: Toru Meno
Date of Registration: April 1, 2007
Expiration date: March 31, 2022
Group Use・Fees
Advanced Reservations
If you plan to visit the park as a group, please contact the Park in advance to make a reservation. Please provide your group name, day and time of visit, number of persons, whether you plan on an experience/lecture, etc.
★For general groups (20 persons or more)
■Reservation method
・For guests who would like to use the Aquarium/Park only, please call or use the website Group Form.
・ For guests who would also like to use the Experience Programplease call the number below to make a reservation.
Nakagawa Aquatic Park, Tel.0287-98-3055
For general groups(20 persons or more)
We encourage you to visit as a group, if you get 20 or more entrance applicants in educational associations, sports clubs, social groups, bus tours, care-giving organizations, companies, etc. Let us propose a fun day!
■Admission Fee Information *Group Fee(20 persons or more)
| Adults (high school students and older) | ¥520 |
| Children (elementary school and junior high school students) |
¥200 |
| Preschool children | Free of charge |
■Groups are 20 persons or more(paid visitors)
■Persons with a physical disability certificate, rehabilitation certificate, or mental disability certificate, may present their certificate for free admission.
(If the presented physical disability certificate or rehabilitation certificate states that its holder is eligible for Grade 1 disability discount in passenger fare of railway company, or mental disability certificate is of Grade 1, his/her accompanying caregiver will also receive free admission). Please bring original certificates (or copies) of all visitors or fill out the Application for admission of people from a school for special needs education (school for handicapped children) / facilities for handicapped persons, etc. and send by postal mail, at least 14 days prior to the scheduled day of your visit. Any submitted personal information will not be used for any purpose other than identification, and will be properly handled and disposed.
■Group Guide(To the leader or the person in charge)
Transportation access/ Parking
- Nakagawa Aquatic Park
- 2686 Sarado, Otawara-shi, Tochigi, 324-0404
TEL 0287-98-3055 FAX 0287-98-3115
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by car
- From Tohoku Expressway, Nishinasuno-Shiobara I.C. take Route 400 for 25km(approx. 45min)
From Tohoku Expressway, Yaita I.C. 25km(approx. 50min)
From Tohoku Expressway, Utsunomiya I.C. 40km(approx. 70min)
From Joban Expressway, Naka I.C. 60km(approx. 90min)
※*If you do not have GPS, the Nishinasuno-Shiobara I.C. route is recommended.
Parking Capacity 普通乗用車 700cars
7 Commercial Buses - From Tohoku Expressway, Nishinasuno-Shiobara I.C. take Route 400 for 25km(approx. 45min)
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by train
- From JR Tohoku Shinkansen, Nishinasuno Station, 120min. by public bus
From JR Utsunomiya Line, Nishinasuno Station, 40min. by Kanto Bus, get off at “Tajuku”. 5min walk
- From JR Tohoku Shinkansen, Nishinasuno Station, 120min. by public bus
(as of April 1, 2019)
 Nasushiobara-eki  Otawara Shiyakusho ¥200 |
Transfer at Otawara Shiyakusho is required(waiting time approx. 30-60min). Only the first and third bus are in operation on Weekdays and Saturdays. Only the second and third bus are in operation on Sundays. Buses are not in operation during Year-end through New Year holidays(Dec. 29 - Jan. 3).
Only the first and second bus are in operation on Weekdays and Saturdays. Only the first and third bus are in operation on Sundays. Buses are not in operation during Year-end through New Year holidays(Dec.29 - Jan.3). *For inquiries, please call the Otawara City Hall(0287-23-8832). |
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(as of April 1, 2019) |
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Otawara Shiyakusho Suiyuen ¥200 |
Both the first and second bus are in operation on weekdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays Buses are not in operation during Year-end through New Year holidays(Dec.29 - Jan.3)
Transfer at Otawara Shiyakusho is required(waiting time approx. 5-30 min). Both the first and second bus are in operation on weekdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Buses are not in operation during Year-end through New Year holidays (Dec.29 - Jan.3). *For inquiries, please call the Otawara City Hall(0287-23-8832). |
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(as of April 1, 2019)
Nishinasuno-eki Tajuku ¥200 |
All buses, the first, second, third, fourth and fifth bus are in operation on weekdays. Only the first, third, and fifth bus are in operation on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Only the first, third, and fifth bus are in operation during Obon and End of Year holidays.
All buses, the first, second, third and fourth bus are in operation on the weekdays. Only the first, second and third bus are in operation on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Only the first, second and third bus are in operation during Obon and End of Year holidays. *For inquiries, please call the Higashino Kuroiso Office, KantoTransportation, Inc(0287-62-0858). For a printable(PDF)version of the Bus Schedule |
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Free parking
Nakagawa Aquatic Park is a general park that includes the Aquarium. A large free parking lot is available, we look forward to your visit.
▲The parking lot is on the right
▲The FISHPAL(Aquarium)
Tochigi Nakagawa Aquatic Park(The only aquarium in Tochigi prefecture- From Nakagawa River to rivers of the world and then to the longing sea-)
2686 Sarado, Otawara-shi, Tochigi, 324-0404 TEL 0287-98-3055／FAX 0287-98-3115