About a 20-minute walk from JR Tsuruha Station, or about a 5-minute drive from Tsuda-higashi IC Show route
Op.Hours
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM ※Please check our website for any variations.
Cld.Days
April - September: Open daily, October - March: Closed every Wednesday
Fee
【Admission Fee】
Adults: ¥550 (Junior high school students and above), Children: ¥440 (4 years old - elementary school students)
【Programs】
Animal Feeding Experience: ¥660
Trainer Experience: ¥2,200
Interaction Experience: ¥6,050 (Junior high school students and above), ¥5,500 (5 years old and above, elementary school students, 110cm and taller)
Dolphin Swim: ¥9,900 (Junior high school students and above), ¥8,250 (5 years old and above, elementary school students)
INFO
Please contact us if you are arriving by large bus.
Nestled in the abundant natural beauty of the Seto Inland Sea, the Nihon Dolphin Center is a facility dedicated to dolphin care and research, and fostering interaction between humans and dolphins. Here, you can learn about dolphin ecology and intelligence, and enjoy interacting with these amazing creatures. Connecting with dolphins offers a chance to deepen your understanding of nature and wildlife, and sparks reflection on environmental issues.
Dolphin shows showcase the incredible intelligence and physical abilities of these animals. Their synchronized performances with their trainers are truly breathtaking. In the feeding experience, you can directly feed the dolphins, and their gentle expressions and mannerisms are sure to melt your heart.
Dolphin therapy is a program that uses dolphin interaction to promote physical and mental healing and rehabilitation. The calm energy and gentle touch of the dolphins provide relaxation and can help improve physical and mental well-being.
The Nihon Dolphin Center also offers a wealth of programs for children, making it a safe and enjoyable place for families. There are exhibition corners where children can learn about dolphin ecology and environmental issues, and hands-on experience corners where they can draw pictures of dolphins or make dolphin stuffed animals— ensuring there's something to keep children entertained.
Experience the beautiful scenery of the Seto Inland Sea, interact with dolphins, and learn about nature and wildlife at the Nihon Dolphin Center. Be sure to visit with your family and friends!