AOAO SAPPORO Aquarium (Hokkaido)

Attraction Highlights

AOAO SAPPORO Aquarium is located in Sapporo, Hokkaido, and is a distinctive marine‑themed leisure and educational venue in the region. The aquarium houses a wide variety of rare marine life from the North Pacific and around the world, ranging from adorable local Hokkaido sea creatures to exotic tropical fish. It features multiple immersive themed exhibition areas, as well as interactive experience zones and educational guided sessions. Whether for family trips, romantic dates, or visits by marine enthusiasts, visitors can enjoy a unique ocean exploration experience here. The facility also offers light refreshments and a souvenir shop to cater to diverse visitor needs.

Diverse Marine Life Collection: The aquarium not only features characteristic species from Hokkaido’s native waters but also introduces tropical coral reef fish, adorable marine mammals, and many other species. Visitors can explore the ecological landscapes of different ocean regions in one stop, making it ideal for marine enthusiasts to observe up close.

Immersive Themed Exhibition Areas: Multiple scene‑recreation zones have been created, simulating real marine environments such as deep seas and coastal intertidal zones. Equipped with professional lighting and sound effects, these areas make visitors feel as if they are truly underwater, offering a strong sense of immersion.

Family‑Friendly Interactive Experiences: Interactive activities such as touch pools and educational mini‑lectures are available, allowing children to get up close with shallow‑sea creatures and learn about marine knowledge. The aquarium also features a kids’ rest area, making it ideal for a full day of family fun.

Localised Specialty Experience: A dedicated zone for Hokkaido’s local marine ecology has been specially planned, showcasing unique species from seas such as the Sea of Okhotsk, along with related ecological explanations. This allows visitors to learn about the local marine ecological culture while enjoying the exhibits.