Kobe City Aquarium (AQUARIUM x ART átoa) Tickets
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Highlights

  • Appreciate the beauty and mystery of life through a rich array of aquatic art at Atoa.
  • Experience an artistic world where aquariums, wildlife, and stage art complement each other for both adults and children.
  • See iconic water features like one of Japan's largest spherical water features and a glass-bottomed walkway.
  • Explore eight exhibits showcasing approximately 170 species, 4,000 organisms, and about 50 artworks.
  • Enjoy a spectacular light show in the 'PLANETS' exhibit centered around Japan's largest spherical aquarium.

Your Experience

At Atoa, you can appreciate the beauty and mystery of life through a rich array of aquatic art. You can experience an artistic world where aquariums, wildlife, and stage art complement each other, providing enjoyment for both adults and children.

Exhibits and Features

You can see iconic water features representing the theme of the area, such as one of the largest spherical water features in Japan and a glass-bottomed water feature that makes you feel like you are walking on water. The theatrical aquarium combines aquarium, stage art, and digital art, inviting you into a unique world unlike any you've ever experienced before.

Eight exhibits showcase approximately 170 species, 4,000 organisms, and about 50 artworks. In the "PLANETS" exhibit, reminiscent of the universe and the deep sea, you can enjoy a spectacular light show centered around Japan's largest spherical aquarium.

Café

The átoa cafe inside the aquarium also offers adorable food and drinks, making you want to take cute photos.

Floors Overview

  • 1st Floor: Museum Shop
  • 2nd Floor: Entrance/CAVE Beginning Cave/MARINE NOTE Life Fluctuation/ELEMENTS Spirit Forest
  • 3rd Floor: FOYER Exploration Room / PLANETS Miracle Planet / MIYABI Between Japanese and Light / GALLERY Exploration Corridor
  • 4th Floor: SKYSHORE Sorabe no Niwa / ROOFTOP Observation Deck / átoa Cafe

Additional Information

Children under 3 years old can enter for free. On certain days and during peak hours, you may need to wait to enter. Depending on supply, we may not be able to fulfill your request.

Must Know

  • Please do not re-enter.
  • You are free to take photos inside the building. However, please do so within the limits that will not inconvenience other customers (do not use large equipment that takes up space, etc.). To protect wildlife, please do not use flash photography in restricted areas. Live streaming is prohibited.
  • Pets are not allowed. (Except for guide dogs, service dogs, and hearing dogs)
  • The surrounding roads and parking lots may be very congested. Please allow sufficient time to purchase timed tickets.
  • Tickets are non-changeable and non-cancellable after purchase. For same-day visitors, we will adjust the entry time and provide guidance. However, we may not be able to accommodate your desired time, so please consider carefully before purchasing.

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

Reviews

4.6 (51 reviews)

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