Hiroshima Motomachisuizokukan (Director: Fumihiro Sato, Location: 6-78 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Pacela 7F) presents a special New Year exhibition titled "May This Year Go Swimmingly!" featuring spotted seahorses in a dedicated exhibition tank from January 2, 2026.
The spotted seahorse is a relative of the Japanese seahorse. When viewed from the front, its face bears a resemblance to a horse. Known as "Kuroumima" (literally "black sea horse") in Japanese and "Spotted seahorse" in English, this exhibition connects to next year's zodiac sign "Horse," making it an auspicious display for visitors.
Additionally, during the exhibition period, limited-edition fish seal stamps featuring the spotted seahorse will be available for sale. These are original designs created by our staff, so be sure to get yours!
The golden Japanese-themed space "Zipangu – Golden Scene" will also feature fortune-telling slips (omikuji) and festive New Year decorations. Don't miss this opportunity to visit Hiroshima Motomachisuizokukan!
Limited Edition Fish Seal Stamp
A limited-design "Spotted Seahorse" stamp will be added to the fish seal stamp collection, which has been popular as a visit commemorative item. This fish seal stamp is only available during the exhibition period.
Sales Period: January 2 (Fri), 2026 to February 1 (Sun), 2026
Sales Location: Information/Ticket Counter
Price: 300 yen (tax included)
Fortune-Telling with Oyster Shells
An interactive fortune-telling experience where you fish for oyster shells using a fishing rod, then use the caught shell to determine your fortune for the year.
Sales Period: January 2 (Fri), 2026 to January 12 (Holiday), 2026
*Available while supplies last.
Sales Location: Zipangu
Price: 300 yen (tax included)
Facility Information
Location: 6-78 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Pacela 7F
Official Website: https://aquarium-hiroshima.com/
Operating Hours: Regular hours 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Last admission: 30 minutes before closing, subject to seasonal changes)
Christmas Period December 20 (Sat) to 25 (Thu), 2025: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Last admission 7:30 PM)
Year-End and New Year Operating Hours Change Notice
Operating hours will be adjusted for the following dates during the year-end and New Year period.
December 31 (Wed), 2025: Operating hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Last admission 5:30 PM)
January 1 (Thu), 2026: Closed
Facility Maintenance Closure
The facility will be closed for maintenance on the following date.
February 3 (Tue), 2026
- Admission Fees: Adults (Junior high school students and above) 2,000 yen / Elementary school students 1,200 yen / Preschool children: 1 child free per adult
2nd preschool child onwards: 500 yen
Parking: Motomachi Credo Parking (First hour free)
Facility (total floor) area: 2,700 m²
Exhibition Tanks: 66 tanks
Species and specimens on display: Fish, amphibians, reptiles, insects, and more – 200 species, 3,000 specimens
