In addition to the ``Backyard Tour'' held twice daily, the special programs in May include 2 programs: ``Seal Meal,'' ``Fur Seal Meal,'' and ``Penguin Meal,'' where you can experience feeding animals. We are planning to hold an event.

For dates of each program, click hereSpecial program schedule May for more information.

■The "Penguin Meal" scheduled to be held will be canceled for the time being due to the continuation of epidemic prevention measures against the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus that occurred in the neighboring prefecture.

In addition, in the touching pool, special programs are held every day that allow you to experience contact with living creatures.please use this form.Please also take a look.

If you wish to participate, please purchase a participation ticket for the desired program from the ticket vending machine in front of the general information, and gather at the meeting place.

Please note that there are some notes on participation, so please check them in advance.

Held twice a day on weekdays and Saturdays and Sundays! backyard tour

We will guide you behind the scenes of the aquarium where the aquarium keepers work, with commentary from the keepers.

Time	Conducted twice daily ①2:11~ ②00:14~ *Approximately 00 minutes each time
Fee	1 yen per person (Over 4 years old）
Fixed employee	Each time 15 name
The meeting place	5th floor, next to the Canadian otter tank (in front of the toilet)

• Children under elementary school age must be accompanied by an adult. (Accompanying persons will also need a participation ticket).
• Children under the age of 3 can participate, but please refrain from participating in strollers. (Strollers will be kept at the entrance of the backyard.)
• After the meeting time, it will be canceled.Also, refunds are not possible.
• The backyard is wet and slippery.Please be careful of your feet.
• You may look into the water tank from above.Please be careful not to drop anything in the water tank.
• Please refrain from taking photos and videos in the backyard.
• If you are unable to purchase a ticket for your companion due to sold out, please contact the general information desk.

Sea lionof rice

You can experience feeding sea lions, which are very popular at live performances, in the outdoor area ``Ocean Terrace''.

Time	Because the time varies depending on the date of the event,Special program schedule May
Fee	1 yen per person (Elementary school students and older) *One participation ticket is required for each participating person.
Fixed employee	5 people
The meeting place	Outdoor area “Ocean Terrace” California sea lion tank

• It will be canceled in case of rain or stormy weather.Since it is outdoors, you will get wet in rainy weather, so please bring an umbrella.
• Feed the fish through a 90cm high fence in the area above the tank.Limited to those who can participate in the program by themselves.(You cannot participate while holding a child.)
• Please take photos and videos during the experience from the designated location.
• If you can't come by time, we will cancel it.Also, refunds are not possible.

Seal food

A special program with fur seals at the outdoor area "Ocean Terrace" has appeared!

Time	Because the time varies depending on the date of the event,Special program schedule May *Sales will start from 15:00 from May XNUMXrd to XNUMXth.
Fee	1 yen per person (Elementary school students and older) *One participation ticket is required for each participating person.
Fixed employee	5 people
The meeting place	Outdoor area “Ocean Terrace” Fur seal tank

• It will be canceled in case of rain or stormy weather.Since it is outdoors, you will get wet in rainy weather, so please bring an umbrella.
• Feed the fish through a 90cm high fence in the area above the tank.Limited to those who can participate in the program by themselves.(You cannot participate while holding a child.)
• Please take photos and videos during the experience from the designated location.
• If you can't come by time, we will cancel it.Also, refunds are not possible.

Penguin meal *This event is canceled for the time being.

Enjoy a special experience up close with the penguins at the "Ocean Terrace".

Due to the outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza virus in a neighboring prefecture on April 6, 4, our museum will suspend this program for the time being as an epidemic prevention measure. Thank you for your understanding.

Time	Because the time varies depending on the date of the event,Special program schedule May
Fee	1 yen per person (Over 5 years old) *One participation ticket is required for each participating person.
Fixed employee	20 people
The meeting place	Outdoor area “Ocean Terrace” Humboldt penguin tank

• It will be canceled in case of rain or stormy weather.Since it is outdoors, you will get wet in rainy weather, so please bring an umbrella.
• Feed with tongs over a 90 cm high fence in the area under the stairs.Limited to those who can participate in the program by themselves.(You cannot participate while holding a child.)
• Please take photos and videos during the experience from the designated location.
• If you can't come by time, we will cancel it.Also, refunds are not possible.

All special programs are subject to change or cancellation depending on the conditions of the creatures and equipment. Please note.

We look forward to your participation.
Please refer to the calendar below for dates of each program.

Special program schedule May

No waiting time even when it's crowded ♪ From April, we'll be offering ``Best View Reserved Seats'' where you can reserve seats in advance in a special area just before the ``Exciting Stage'' where the sea lions will come right in front of you.A limited number of 22 seats will be sold at each dolphin/sea lion ocean live held on days when crowds are expected, mainly on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

* Depending on the situation, there may be days when it is not carried out.

Prices	¥1 per seat
Capacity	22 seats each time*Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and Golden Week period

On the day of your visit, please purchase a ticket for your desired live performance at the ticket vending machine opposite the general information desk.
Please come to the Ocean Theater main entrance 5 minutes before the start of the purchased live performance.
Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis, and the staff will guide you.

• Purchases can be made up to 5 minutes before the live start time.
• Children under the age of 3 do not need to purchase a ticket for the child if they are sitting on your lap.
• Water may come into contact with it. Please be careful when handling cameras and valuables.Please refrain from using umbrellas to protect yourself from water.

• You cannot choose your seat location.Also, please refrain from changing seats during the live.
• No refunds or changes after purchase.

Completely original design by “Adastria”, which has its roots in local Ibaraki.!

Aqua World Oarai will change the uniforms worn by all staff from Saturday, March 2024, 3. The new uniforms are produced by Adastria Co., Ltd., a local company founded in Ibaraki that operates fashion brands such as "Global Work," "Nicoand," and "Lori's Farm," and are completely original uniforms created for staff working at the aquarium.

An unveiling event will be held on the first day of wear on March 3rd!

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History of uniform renewal

Since 2020, Aqua World Oarai has adopted the concept of "Come on, a new world sea!", and in order to show customers a new side of the aquarium, we will be implementing various initiatives such as renewing each tank and program, and opening new facilities. We have been working on this. As an aquarium that continues to move forward, we have decided to review our uniforms in order to further pursue the concept of "Here we go, New World Sea!"

Previously, uniforms were coordinated by combining ready-made products, but in order to create the museum's first original uniform that incorporates the points to be considered in breeding operations and the requests of staff working in the field, a selection process was conducted by a proposal screening committee. Furthermore, the new uniforms were completed by adopting the proposals made by Adastria Co., Ltd.

Overview of new uniform

With total coordination produced by Adastria, we have introduced five new items: blousons, polo shirts (long sleeve/short sleeve), pants, outerwear (cold weather clothing), and hats. The shapes and colors of blouson and polo shirts vary depending on the service staff and breeding staff. The collar and hem of the blouson have a design appropriate for each job, and the animals kept at the museum are depicted on them.

The polo shirt's colors and striped pattern are inspired by the museum's symbol mark, making it a uniform that summarizes Aqua World Oarai's vision.

Original textile (fabric) created especially for Aqua World Oarai

The blouson and pants of the new uniform are made of textiles with illustrations of creatures kept at the museum, such as the sand tiger crocodile, Canadian otter, and Humboldt penguin.

This is an original design depicting creatures swimming freely, with a navy blue base inspired by the ocean. The creatures shown in the illustrations can actually be observed inside the museum, so please take a look at the uniforms as well.

First use of sustainable material “Collagen Yarn” at an aquarium in Japan

In addition, by wearing uniforms made from sustainable fabrics made from reused materials that would otherwise be discarded, the aquarium staff's mission is to protect the environment of the oceans and rivers, and to tackle the environmental issues faced by living creatures on a daily basis. It expresses our intention to spread the word. This is the ``first in Japan'' to use fabric made from ``collagen yarn'' for both professional and aquarium uniforms.

Numerous special features designed for staff working at aquariums

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All staff members wearing new uniforms came together as one.
Under the concept of “Come on, a new world sea!”, we will explore the charms of living things.
We aim to be an aquarium that delivers to everyone.!