Otaru Aquarium

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Perched along the beautiful coastline of Otaru, the Otaru Aquarium is one of Hokkaido's premier large-scale aquariums, surrounded by grand nature. It is home to hundreds of species, with a special focus on northern marine life thriving in cold waters. The absolute highlight is the "Marine Mammal Park," an area made by sectioning off a part of the actual natural sea. Here, visitors can closely observe Steller sea lions and seals swimming dynamically in a near-wild environment. Another huge crowd-pleaser is the humorous penguin show, where Humboldt penguins charmingly ignore their trainers' cues. It is a delightful destination where visitors of all ages can experience the power and cuteness of marine life.