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Aquarium in the Sky "Sorakin"

Aquarium in the Sky

Enjoy the sky, goldfish, and views of the Seto Inland Sea—all in one place.

Sorakin, located on the observation floors of Gold Tower, is an aquarium in the sky overlooking the Seto Inland Sea and the town of Utazu. By day, goldfish drift through a dreamlike setting framed by blue skies and sea; after dark, they shimmer against the sparkling night view.

Three highlights of Sorakin

  1. 1. Observation floors high above the cityAdmire the goldfish tanks with the Seto Inland Sea and the Utazu townscape as a spectacular backdrop.
  2. 2. A different atmosphere by day and nightOpen until late on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays, Sorakin offers a changing mood as the light shifts throughout the day.
  3. 3. Easy to include in your itineraryAbout a 10-minute walk from JR Utazu Station. It is also a convenient rainy-day stop.

Official information and directions

Check the official websiteGet directions on Google Maps

Quick access guide

By car

About 10 minutes by car from Sakaide IC.
About 10 minutes by car from Sakaide-kita IC.

By public transportation

About a 12-minute walk from JR Utazu Station.
About 4 minutes by taxi.

* The blue roof and Sorakin sign mark the entrance to the main building.

Nearby attractions

  • ・Shikoku AquariumAn aquarium themed around the Seto Inland Sea, the Pacific Ocean, and Shikoku’s clear-flowing rivers. It is within walking distance of Sorakin, making it easy to compare the Seto Inland Sea seen from above with the creatures of Shikoku in a single day.
  • ・Seto-Ohashi Memorial ParkA park at the foot of the Seto Ohashi Bridge, where you can admire the impressive bridge from the lawn and seaside promenade. After viewing it from Sorakin’s observation floor, walk closer to the bridge and enjoy the Seto Inland Sea breeze.
  • ・Marugame Genichiro-Inokuma Museum of Contemporary ArtA contemporary art museum in front of JR Marugame Station, featuring works by Marugame-born artist Genichiro Inokuma and special exhibitions. After Sorakin’s dreamlike world of goldfish and light, continue your journey with architecture and contemporary art.

* Please check the official website for current opening hours and event information before visiting.

Details

Area Kagawa
Address 8-1 Hama-1-banchō, Utazu-chō, Ayauta-district, 769-0201 Kagawa
TEL +81-87-749-7070
FAX -
E-mail -

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Basic Information

Open hours Monday - Friday | 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
Saturday, Sundays, holidays | 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Closed regularly Open all year round
Admission fee Adult : 1,500JPY | Child : 1,000JPY
Parking lot Cars : Yes | Buses : Yes
Parking rate Car : 600JPY
Bus : 2,700JPY
Free Wi-Fi No
Toilet Yes
Recommended season Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter

A special experience found only here.

Inside the museum, a kaleidoscope of goldfish and light collaborate to create a magical and beautiful space for visitors to enjoy. At night, each of the tanks is illuminated, creating a beautiful scene of goldfish illuminated by lights of various colors.


Sorakin at Night

On Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, Sorakin stays open until 10:00 p.m., offering a dreamlike aquarium experience against the night view of the Seto Inland Sea.

Open days Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays
Opening hours 10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
(Last admission: 9:30 p.m.)
Admission Adults (junior high school students and older): ¥1,500
Children (ages 1 through elementary school): ¥1,000

* Opening hours and exhibition content are subject to change.

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