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Want to experience a uniquely Japanese aquarium in Tokyo? Sumida Aquarium, located in Tokyo Skytree, is the perfect spot for Tokyo sightseeing.

This guide covers key info on tickets, prices, booking, discounts, and family friendly tips from locals. We’ll also suggest some great nearby hotels for your stay.

What to See There?

Sumida Aquarium is a popular aquarium located in Tokyo Skytree. Its main attraction is its adorable penguins🐧. It also features a dreamlike jellyfish exhibit and “Edo-rium,” Japan’s largest goldfish display area with unique Japanese-style designs great for photos.

The aquarium houses 260 species, including sand tiger sharks and rays in large tanks. Wait…looking for dolphins?🐬 Unfortunately, this aquarium doesn’t have dolphins or dolphin shows. For those in Tokyo, Aqua Park Shinagawa or Shinagawa Aquarium offer the best dolphin shows in Tokyo.

Insider tip: Since September 2024, baby green sea turtles are on display until summer 2025! Don’t miss seeing the adorable newborns!🐢

Compared to other Tokyo aquariums, Sumida Aquarium is newer with a dreamy atmosphere and unique Japanese-style goldfish displays. It’s compact, taking about 1.5 hours to explore, but remember – no dolphin shows.

Ticket Prices

Here is the ticket pricing for Sumida Aquarium. Free of charge entry for kids aged 2 and under get in free!

• Adults: ¥2,500
• High Schools Age 15-17: ¥1,800
• Intermediate School Age 12-14: ¥1,200
• Elementary School Age 6-11: ¥1,200
• Children (Age 3 years and older): ¥800

👉 Want an easy ride to Sumida Aquarium? Use the latest Uber Japan Coupon Code here and save JPY 4000 on your first 2 rides! 🚗💨

Discount

While the official website does not offer discounts, you can find the best deals on Klook, an online travel and leisure booking platform.

First-time users can enjoy a 5% discount on their initial booking, and Klook occasionally offers limited-time coupons. Plus, you’ll earn Klook points on your purchase, which can be used for future discounts.

Coupon Code

Save 5% on your first Sumida Aquarium ticket when you book through their mobile app using this special “Mobile App First-Booking Discount” coupon code below:

Tips from Local

Here’s some tips especially useful for anyone visiting Sumida Aquarium.

🎫Tickets can be purchased 30 days in advance – recommended to avoid queues. If you’re visiting other Tokyo hotspots, consider the Klook Pass Greater Tokyo for savings up to 48% on 42 popular attractions.

🍽️For meals, you have a lot of choices. Try the food court on Solamachi’s 3rd floor or choose from over 70 restaurants inside Tokyo Solamachi, where the aquarium is located in.

🐬For things to do before or after Sumida Aquarium, visit Tokyo Skytree, Solamachi, or nearby Asakusa. It’s a 2-minute train ride or a pleasant 20-minute walk to Asakusa, passing through the cool new Tokyo Mizumachi area and enjoying views of the Sumida River.

Hotels Near Sumida Aquarium

Sumida Aquarium is on the 5th and 6th floors of Tokyo Solamachi, the shopping complex at Tokyo Skytree. Solamachi is a MUST-VISIT mall with souvenirs, food, shopping, Tokyo views, great kids indoor playground and of course aquarium – it’s got everything! Two Richmond Hotels are right in front. Tokyo Skytree is just 2 minutes by train from Asakusa, so staying there is great too. The best hotel in Asakusa is MIMARU, which has excellent reviews from international tourists.

1. MIMARU Tokyo Asakusa Station

By far, Best Family Friendly Hotel in Asakusa. Spacious. Every Room with Kitchen and Microwave. Highly Recommended.

🗼Area: Asakusa (1 min to station)
⭐Review Score: 9.3 (Wonderful)
🧒Kids Stay Free: 0-6 yrs up to 2 children
👕Laundry: Yes (Coin Laundry)

2. Keisei Richmond Hotel Tokyo Oshiage

Guests Love here for Great Location, Right in Front of Skytree. Enjoy Wonderful Breakfast too.

🗼Area: Tokyo Skytree (1 min to station)
⭐Review Score: 9.1 (Wonderful)
🧒Kids Stay Free: 0-12 yrs (Sleep in same bed with adult)
👕Laundry: Yes (Coin Laundry)

3. Richmond Hotel Premier Tokyo Schole

Excellent access 1 min to station, right in front of Tokyo Skytree, Clean and Spacious Family Room, Very Good Hotel.

🗼Area: Tokyo Skytree (1 min to station)
⭐Review Score: 8.7 (Excellent)
🧒Kids Stay Free: Free if child sleeps in same bed with adult
👕Laundry: Yes (Coin Laundry)

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