Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is one of the world's largest aquariums, located in Ocean Expo Park in Motobu Town in the northern part of Okinawa's main island. The exhibition area is 19,700 square meters, the tank capacity is over 7,500 tons, and the whale sharks swimming leisurely in the world's largest tank, "Kuroshio Sea," are truly spectacular. The overwhelming scale and the wide variety of marine life attract visitors, making it one of the most popular highlights of Okinawa tourism. An impressive experience awaits you, where you can feel the vitality of the rich subtropical sea up close.

The aquarium's exhibits are based on the theme of "Encounter with the Okinawan Sea," and faithfully reproduce the ecosystem of Okinawa's deep sea. A wide range of exhibits can be enjoyed, from tanks where beautiful coral reef fish swim to mysterious deep-sea creatures. In particular, the "Kuroshio Sea" large tank, where whale sharks, the first in the world to be successfully reared for a long time, manta rays, and various other types of sharks coexist, will take your breath away with its power. Daily feeding explanations are also popular, allowing you to learn more about the ecology of the creatures.

Churaumi Aquarium is not just for viewing, but also has a wide range of outdoor facilities, including dolphin shows, manatee and sea turtle exhibits. The vast Ocean Expo Park also has other attractions such as the Tropical Dream Center and the Oceanic Culture Museum, which you can enjoy all day long. This is a recommended spot for those who want to experience the beautiful sea of Okinawa and the mystery of the life that lives there.

[Hidden gem] The "Kuroshio Sea" large tank is always crowded, but the cafe "Ocean Blue" next to the tank is a hidden popular spot where you can eat while watching the whale sharks from your seat. It is recommended to visit during a relatively quiet time. In addition, the "Sea Plaza" near the exit of the aquarium is a hidden gem where you can view the large tank from various angles and enjoy it at a relatively leisurely pace. The outdoor Dolphin Lagoon, Manatee House, and Sea Turtle House also have their own attractions and are free to enter, so it's a good idea to stop by them as well.

[Useful points to note]
It takes about 2 to 3 hours by highway bus from Naha Airport, so it is common to rent a car.