Katsuura UnderSea Park Underwater Observatory Admission E-Ticket
Overview
In Ubara District of Katsuura City in Chiba is the Katsuura UnderSea Park, with its incredible Undersea Observation Tower 60 meters offshore! Step out above the water, then delve 8 meters beneath the waves for a peek at the lives of the Pacific Ocean's underwater denizens.
Highlights
- Experience undersea observation like a diver!
- Descend the 96 spiral stairs to the Underwater Observatory!
- From the undersea observatory, marvel at the endless expanse of marine blue
- See an incredible gathering of sea creatures at feeding time
- Earn and use Rakuten Points whenever you purchase with a Rakuten account!
Key Information
Important Information
- . The UnderSea Observation Tower is not wheelchair accessible, as it is not equipped with an elevator. Access is possible up to the Marine Observation Deck.
- . Admission is free for children aged 0–3.
- . Adult price applies to high school students and above.
- . Children's tickets are for infants aged 4 and over.
- . Tickets are valid for one month from the date of purchase.
- . Please click the link in the voucher sent after the purchase to open the website page, press the "Use" button, and present the screen to the staff. *Please make sure that your smartphone connects to the internet as you will need to launch the website from your smartphone. *Please note that screenshots or printed-out tickets will not be acceptable.
- . If you purchase tickets onsite, the admission fee may vary depending on the sea clarity on the day of the event. However, Rakuten Travel Experiences will sell tickets at a flat rate. Please be aware of this before purchasing.
- . Sea clarity may vary due to weather and other factors. The sea conditions on the day of the tour can be checked at the official website.
- . Those wishing to avail of the discount for persons with disabilities must present their disability certificate in person at the facility before purchase. One accompanying person can pay half the general admission price.
Description
The Ubara District of Katsuura City in Chiba Prefecture is a scenic spot with the natural beauty of a ria coast, located at a junction of warm and cold ocean currents and rich in marine life. The Undersea Observation Tower (height: 24.4 meters, depth: 8 meters) stands as the central facility of the 14.5-hectare Katsuura Marine Area Park. From its Underwater Observatory, visitors can see the seafloor itself, and a wide variety of fish in each season.
After descending a long spiral staircase, you will find yourself in an underwater aquarium. What kind of fish will you meet? Sometimes you may even see a big shark. Please come and visit this "seat reservation for dreams and inspiration"!
How it works
[Business days] Every day [Business hours] 09:00–17:00 (last admission 16:30) [Closed] may be closed in case of stormy weather *Note: opening hours are subject to change depending on the season and weather, so please check the official website before visiting.
[Ticket validity] 1 month from the date of purchase
From purchase to entry, it's a simple 2-step process! Step 1: After purchase your ticket on Rakuten Travel Experiences, an E-ticket will be sent to your registered e-mail address.
Step 2: When you arrive at the facility, please visit the entrance counter and click on the link in the E-ticket e-mail sent to you at the time of purchase. Please click the "Use" button and show the screen to the staff. (Please ensure that your smartphone can connect to the internet before your visit)