Hakkeijima Sea Paradise Aquarium

Aquarium and amusement park in Yokohama

Susan Tumanon Mar 31, 2013 - 1 min read

Standing in front of this big fish tank and watching the fishes swim by was therapeutic for me

Welcome sign when you go down at Hakkeijima Station

Walrus doing push ups at the marine mammals show. The seal behind is getting ready for his part

Did you notice the camouflaged crustacean?

These perfectly lined glasses were right beside the red crab aquarium. I just couldn't resist taking a picture.

This dolphin likes to play with everyone

The beluga whale was so soft. I just had to fall in line to touch it again

I have always wanted to visit an aquarium in Japan. When I found out that at Sea Paradise visitors can touch marine animals for free, I just had to go there. Since Sea Paradise is an island surrounded by sea, walking along the bridge going to the island was a challenge. The wind was so strong it almost knocked me off my feet. I suggest not going there on a very windy or rainy day. There are plenty of restaurants in the area and some even offer an "All you can eat" buffet.

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Susan Tumanon @susan.tumanon

I have always been fascinated with the Japanese culture so I pursued that fascination and came to Japan. I am finally living my dream and enjoying every moment of it. I lived in Kyoto for a year and a half and recently moved to Kanagawa. There is so much to discover in Japan. Come join me in my a...