Explore marine life at Umino-Mori Aquarium
Sendai, Japan • 
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PopularSendai, Japan
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Best months to visit
Apr, Jul, Aug
6°C – 15°C, mild temperatures with blooming cherry blossoms, high crowds, peak season
6°C – 15°C, mild temperatures with blooming cherry blossoms, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
The aquarium is wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps available.
The aquarium is wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps available.
Value for money
Medium
Admission price is fair for the quality of experience.
Admission price is fair for the quality of experience.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Setting
Couples loved the calming atmosphere and diverse marine life. A perfect date spot!
Dolphin Show
The dolphin show was amazing! A definite highlight for couples visiting the aquarium.
Beautiful Exhibits
Visitors felt the exhibits were well-designed and provided a great experience overall.
Overcrowded Weekends
Couples found it difficult to enjoy exhibits due to high crowds, especially on weekends.
Food Court
The food court can get crowded and items sell out, impacting the experience.
Small Enclosures
Some couples felt certain animal enclosures were too small for the larger species.
Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Sunday
09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
In-depth experience
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Experience the dolphin show at Umino-Mori Aquarium.
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Discover the captivating highlights of Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
-1-7°C
Cold with occasional snowfall.
Cold with occasional snowfall.
Open
None.
None.
Recommended
February continues to offer a peaceful visit with minimal crowds. The aquarium operates on regular hours, and standard admission fees apply.
February continues to offer a peaceful visit with minimal crowds. The aquarium operates on regular hours, and standard admission fees apply.
March
MEDIUM
1-10°C
Cool with increasing signs of spring.
Cool with increasing signs of spring.
Open
None.
None.
Recommended
March sees a slight increase in visitors, particularly during school holidays. The aquarium operates on regular hours, and standard admission fees apply.
March sees a slight increase in visitors, particularly during school holidays. The aquarium operates on regular hours, and standard admission fees apply.
April
HIGH
6-15°C
Mild temperatures with blooming cherry blossoms.
Mild temperatures with blooming cherry blossoms.
Open
Potential entry restrictions during peak times.
Potential entry restrictions during peak times.
Recommended
April is a popular time to visit due to cherry blossoms and Golden Week. The aquarium may implement entry restrictions during peak times. Standard admission fees apply.
April is a popular time to visit due to cherry blossoms and Golden Week. The aquarium may implement entry restrictions during peak times. Standard admission fees apply.
May
MEDIUM
11-23°C
May in Sendai offers mild and pleasant weather, with average temperatures around 17°C and a moderate chance of precipitation.
May in Sendai offers mild and pleasant weather, with average temperatures around 17°C and a moderate chance of precipitation.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to check for any special events during Golden Week.
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to check for any special events during Golden Week.
Recommended
May is a favorable month to visit the Umino-Mori Aquarium, offering comfortable weather and manageable crowd levels, except during the Golden Week holiday.
May is a favorable month to visit the Umino-Mori Aquarium, offering comfortable weather and manageable crowd levels, except during the Golden Week holiday.
How to get there
Shuttle
Recommended
A free shuttle bus service is available from Nakanosakae Station.
Train
Recommended
Take the JR Senseki Line from Sendai Station to Nakanosakae Station.
Bus
The Sendai City Transportation Bureau operates bus lines to the aquarium. Alternatively, take the Miyagi Transportation Miyako Bus from Arai Station.
Car
The aquarium is located off the Sendai-Port Interchange on the Sendai-Tobu Expressway.
Taxi
Taxis are available at Sendai Station and Nakanosakae Station.
Walking
It's a 15-minute walk from Nakanosakae Station.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
