Nov 6, 2013 - 1 min read

Fukushima Aquamarine

An impressive seaside aquarium in Iwaki City

By Sandra Isaka

Community writer

The triangle tunnel separates two large tanks containing water of different temperatures (the two currents).

The design of the building's glass dome is impressive.

Located in Onahama Port, the aquarium was designed to 'emphasize the vastness of the ocean'.

The aquarium has four floors, one of which is a botanical garden.

The aquarium prides itself on its use of natural lighting.

In addition to mammals, fish, and birds; the aquarium exhibits a variety of plants and seaweed.

For anyone interested in the sea, Fukushima Aquamarine is a great place to visit.

The main tank mimics what occurs off the coast of Fukushima when the warm Black Current (Kuroshio) from the south meets the cold Kurile Current (Oyashio) from the north. A unique triangular glass tunnel takes visitors 'into' this tank.

During the 2011 disaster, the aquarium was heavily damaged. However, after much hard work, the aquarium was re-opened to the public on July 15, 2011. As the aquarium is very educational and includes a number of hands-on exhibits, it is a very popular destination for families.

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Kim Bergström 5 years ago

I really like the architecture here, especially the triangular tunnel - very unique!

Sarah Chaney 9 years ago

I haven't had a chance to visit the Aquarium in Iwaki yet, but it looks like I will definitely have to visit! Thank you for the great pictures!

Sandra Isaka Photographer 11 years ago

There is no better way to support Fukushima than by visiting its sightseeing spots, staying in its hotels/ryokan, and purchasing its goods and services. All of the locals I talked to just wanted life to return to normal. In order for that to happen, they need tourists to return. Iwaki is an easy weekend trip from Tokyo, by car or mass transportation. I highly recommend going!