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Miyajima Aquarium, officially known as Miyajima Public Aquarium, is a marine facility located on the island of Itsukushima in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. Situated near the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Itsukushima Shrine, the aquarium focuses primarily on aquatic life native to the nearby Seto Inland Sea. Its exhibits include indoor and outdoor pools that replicate local coastal environments, housing species such as horseshoe crabs, finless porpoises, and various local seabirds. The facility is particularly recognized for its popular sea otter enclosure, serving as an accessible educational attraction for tourists visiting the historic island.
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Where is the Miyajima Aquarium located?
Miyajima Public Aquarium is located on the island of Itsukushima (popularly known as Miyajima) in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. It is situated just a short walk away from the famous, UNESCO World Heritage-listed Itsukushima Shrine.
What kind of marine life is featured at the Miyajima Aquarium?
The facility focuses primarily on aquatic life native to the Seto Inland Sea. It features local species of fish, crustaceans, and exhibits that highlight the surrounding tidal environments and coastal habitats.
What is the official name of the Miyajima Aquarium?
The facility is officially known in Japanese as Miyajima Suizokukan, or the Miyajima Public Aquarium. It serves as a highly accessible educational attraction for the millions of tourists visiting the island.
Are there any unique animal exhibits at the Miyajima Aquarium?
Yes, the aquarium is well known for housing marine life directly tied to Hiroshima's famous local oyster farming industry. It also features entertaining daily feeding shows featuring aquatic mammals like spotted seals.
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