（日本語は下にあります）
【ENG】
This is the second of a series of posts introducing our trip to Boso, Chiba Prefecture. Please see this post for a look at the honey workshop. After stopping by the honey workshop, we headed to Kamogawa, the main destination of the first day. Kamogawa City in Chiba Prefecture is located at the southern tip of the Boso Peninsula and is blessed with a warm maritime climate, making it a resort area surrounded by beautiful scenery and nature, despite its proximity to the Tokyo metropolitan area. Facing the Pacific Ocean with its horizon of lapping waves and vast skies, the city offers an extraordinary experience for visitors. I would like to introduce my visit to Kamogawa Sea World, one of the most popular destinations for families.
✈︎Overview of Kamogawa Sea World
Kamogawa Sea World is a popular aquarium whose exhibit theme is "encountering the ocean world." The expansive grounds display a variety of marine life, making it a great place to spend a fun-filled time with family and friends. Performances by the animals are also a highlight. The aquarium is also actively involved in activities other than animal exhibits, such as educational activities, wildlife conservation, breeding and research of captive animals, and collaboration with the local community. One initiative that I found really cool is the cooperation with Kamogawa City, which offers a free annual passport to Kamogawa residents with children under the age of two. I am envious of this initiative, which is aimed at supporting families raising children.
✈︎ Location and access
The address is Kamogawa City, Chiba Prefecture, about a two-hour drive from Tokyo. It is close by taking the Tokyo Bay Aqualine, and a stop at Umihotaru on the way is also recommended. By train, it is a 10-minute ride by free shuttle bus from Awa Kamogawa Station on the JR Sotobo Line. It takes about 2 hours from Tokyo Station on the Wakashio limited express train. The time required by car or train is the same, but if you are going only to visit Kamogawa Sea World, the train is recommended as it is easier. If you want to go sightseeing in other places, a car is more convenient.
✈︎performance show
The best part of Kamogawa Sea World is the performance shows by the animals! There are four types of animal shows: killer whale, beluga, dolphin, and sea lion. The interaction between the trainers and the animals in all the shows is impressive. The killer whale show in particular is so powerful that I never get tired of seeing it over and over again. I was able to see the killer whale and sea lion shows this time. The dolphin show will not be held for the time being due to the renovation of the stadium.
Image Source: Kamogawa Sea World
The first thing we also did was to see the killer whale performance, which we were looking forward to the most. The killer whale show is held in this large Ocean Stadium. It was exciting to think that we could see the killer whales when we climbed up the stairs. Many visitors are already waiting for the performance to start. When the show starts, the trainer instructs the killer whales to perform many spectacular tricks with light music.
The killer whales jump out of the water with great force, intentionally splashing water onto the bleachers, and the excited voices of the spectators can be heard. The people in the front seats get soaked all over. We didn't want to get wet, so we enjoyed the spectacle from the safety of our top seats.
The trainers are also excellent, showing us how to swim on the back of the killer whales and how to balance on the tip of their snouts, tricks that would be impossible to do without proper training.
At the end of the performance, the big-bodied killer whale came up on stage and greeted the audience. It was a wonderful performance, and one could really feel the trust between the trainer and the killer whales.
After the killer whale performance, you will hear the announcement of the sea lion show, and then move to the stage dedicated to sea lions. Although not as powerful as the killer whales, the performance is story-driven, and you can see the comical and cute sea lion's courage.
The sea lions begin with a polite greeting,
They even perform feats of strength such as one-handed toppling.
On this day, we could not see the beluga show due to time constraints, but you can always go see the beluga itself. Their pure white body contrasting with that of killer whales was impressive.
✈︎Marine Life Exhibit
n addition to performances, there are exhibits of various organisms, so those who watch closely will not get bored for a day. There are several buildings along the theme of the exhibition, but some of them are closed due to undergoing renovation. It is a good idea to check the official website of Kamogawa Sea World before you visit. Here are some of the places we visited.
The facility called Kurage Life introduces the ecology and diversity of jellyfish. about 10 species of jellyfish were mysteriously displayed and their ecology was explained in considerable detail. At first glance, they look beautiful, but those who are not fond of jellyfish may be surprised.
In another place, there was a big lobster. My son was very interested in it, even though he was saying, "What is this? It was interesting for him to be able to observe so many large creatures that he would never see in his daily life.
✈︎Impressions
This is actually the second time I have been to Kamogawa Sea World with my son. The last time was last January, so exactly one year has passed. At that time, my son was 1 year old and could walk, but he was mostly in a stroller. He was interested in the killer whales, but not in the other exhibits, and soon became bored with them. I was very happy to see how much he has grown over the past year.
Kamogawa Sea World is an aquarium that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. It also has lodging facilities, so it is recommended for those who want to spend a few days at leisure. Lastly, I would like to introduce a commemorative stamp medal vending machine at the aquarium's store. I bought one because of its cute design, which I often see at tourist attractions. I think it is a good commemorative medal because it can be engraved with a date, name, etc. I hope you will try to make your own original medals as well.
【日本語】
千葉県房総旅行を紹介する投稿の第２弾です。第１弾のハチミツ工房の様子はこちらの投稿をご覧ください。ハチミツ工房に立ち寄った後は1日目のメインの行き先である鴨川に向かいます。千葉県鴨川市は房総半島の南端に位置し、 温暖な海洋性気候に恵まれ、首都圏近郊でありながら美しい風景、自然に囲まれたリゾート地です。水平線が広がる太平洋に面し、打ち寄せる波と広大な空が広がり、訪れる旅行者へ非日常を提供します。その中でも家族連れに人気の鴨川シーワールドに行ってきましたので紹介したいと思います。
✈︎鴨川シーワールドの概要
鴨川シーワールドは、「海の世界との出会い」を展示のテーマとしている人気の水族館です。広大な敷地内にはさまざまな海洋生物が展示されており、家族や友人と楽しい時間を過ごすのに最適な場所です。動物によるパフォーマンスも見所の一つです。また、教育活動、野生生物の保護活動、飼育動物の繁殖や研究、地域との連携など動物の展示以外の活動にも積極的に取り組んでいます。私がすごい良いなと感じた取り組みは鴨川市との連携で、なんと鴨川市民で二歳未満の子供を持つ家庭は無料の年間パスポートがもらえちゃいます。子育て世帯の応援を目的とした取り組みだそうですが、羨ましい限りです。１万円くらいなので自分で買える金額ではありますが。
✈︎場所やアクセス
住所は千葉県鴨川市、東京から車で約２時間の場所にあります。東京湾アクアラインを通ると近いですし、途中の海ほたるに寄るのもおすすめです。電車の場合はJR外房線安房鴨川駅から無料の送迎バスで10分の場所にあります。東京駅から特急わかしおに乗って約2時間で行く事ができます。車も電車もかかる時間は変わらないですが、鴨川シーワールドだけを目的に行く場合は電車が楽でおすすめです。他にも色々観光したい場合は車が便利です。
✈︎パフォーマンスショー
鴨川シーワールドの一番の見どころはやはり動物たちによるパフォーマンスショーですね！シャチ、ベルーガ、イルカ、アシカ４種類の動物たちのショーが用意されています。どのショーもトレーナーとの息のあったやり取りは見ていて感動します。特にシャチのショーは大迫力で何度見ても飽きないです。今回見ることができたのはシャチとアシカのショーです。イルカのショーは現在スタジアムの改修工事のため当面の間開催されないそうです。
画像出典：鴨川シーワールド
私たちもまず最初に行ったのは１番の目的でもあるシャチのパフォーマンスです。シャチのショーはこの大きなOcean Stadiumで開催されています。階段を登ればシャチに会えると思うとドキドキしますね。すでに多くのお客さんがパフォーマンスの開始を待っています。ショーが始まると軽快な音楽と共にトレーナーの指示により華麗な技をたくさん見せてくれます。
中でもシャチが勢いよく水中から飛び跳ね、わざと水を観覧席に飛び散らす様子は大迫力で観客の興奮した声が聞こえます。前の方の席にいる人は全身ずぶ濡れになります。私たちは濡れたら困るので最上席の安全な位置からその様子を楽しみました。
トレーナーたちのパフォーマンスも素晴らしく、上手にシャチの背中に乗って泳いで見せたり、泳ぐシャチの鼻先に立ってバランスを取っていたり、しっかり訓練しないとできないであろう芸当を見せてくれます。
最後は大きな体のシャチがステージに上がり、観客に対して挨拶をしてくれました。トレーナーとシャチの信頼関係をとても感じる素晴らしいパフォーマンスでした。
シャチのパフォーマンスが終わると、続いてアシカのショーのアナウンスが聞こえてくるので、アシカ専用のステージに移動します。シャチのような迫力はないですが、ストーリー仕立てのパフォーマンスとなっており、コミカルで可愛いアシカの勇姿を見ることができます。
まずは礼儀正しく挨拶から始まり、
片手倒立といった力技まで披露してくれます。
この日、ベルーガのショーは時間の都合で見れませんでしたが、ベルーガ自体にはいつでも会いに行くことができます。シャチと対照的な真っ白な体が印象的でした。
✈︎海洋生物の展示
パフォーマンスの他に様々な生物の展示もしているので、しっかり見る方は1日飽きずに過ごせると思います。展示のテーマに沿っていくつか建物がありますが、一部は改修工事中のため閉鎖されていますので、事前に鴨川シーワールドの公式サイトで情報を確認してからいくといいと思います。私達がいった場所をいくつか紹介します。
Kurage Lifeという施設ではクラゲの生態や多様性を紹介しています。10種類ほどのクラゲが神秘的に展示されていて、その生態についてかなり詳しく説明されていました。一見綺麗ですが、クラゲが苦手な方はびっくりするかも。
また別の場所では大きな伊勢海老がいて、息子もなんだこれ、こわーい。と言いながらも興味津々でした。普段の生活では見ることのない大きな生物をたくさん観察できるのが面白いようです。
✈︎感想
鴨川シーワールドに息子と一緒に行ったのは実はもう２回目になります。前回は昨年の1月なのでちょうど1年が経ちました。当時１歳の息子は歩くことはできましたが、ほとんどベビーカーに乗ったままで、シャチには興味を示していましたが、そのほかの展示にはあまり興味を示さずすぐに飽きてしまいました。でも今回はシャチはもちろんのこと他のエリアでも自分の足で興味のあるところに行き、色々見たり触ったり、ずいぶん多くのことに興味を示すようになったと感じました。１年間の成長を感じることができてとても嬉しい気持ちになりました。
鴨川シーワールドは子供から大人まで楽しめる充実した水族館となっています。宿泊施設も併設されているので、何日間かゆっくり過ごしたい方にもおすすめです。最後に水族館の売店に記念刻印メダルの販売機があるので紹介したいと思います。観光地などでよく見かける物ですが、デザインが可愛くついつい買ってしまいました。日付や名前などの文字が刻印できるためいい記念になると思います。皆さんも是非オリジナルのメダルを作ってみて下さい。
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Thank you for choosing my article! I am very happy to hear that Kamogawa Sea World is a great place to visit!
This looks amazing. The beauty and strength of sea animals is a joy to behold.
I am envious of you but thank you for showing us what you saw!
Thank you for reading the article! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Wao, it's amazing place. An unforgettable experience to be able to contemplate these marvelous and incredible marine creatures. How I would love to visit that aquarium. In particular, I have never seen a whale up close because I live in the tropics and we don't have that kind of fauna. Very nice post. Congratulations. Greetings from Cuba.
Thank you for reading the article. I'm very happy to hear that you want to come to the aquarium. I love to travel and would love to visit Cuba someday. I know Cuba has wonderful and beautiful sea and nature. I think that any man-made object would be lost in the haze of the beauty of nature as it is.
鴨川シーワールド、長男が保育園の時に一度行ったことがあります。シャチが跳ねている写真、凄いですね！
これは羨ましい🤣子どもだけでなく家族に無料パスポートがもらえるってことですよね。2歳未満って意外と短い期間かもしれませんが、それでもスゴイ支援だと思います。
（Leothreadに貼ったリンクが前回の投稿のものになっているかもしれないです👀 3/🧵をいったん削除後、再投稿で良いと思います☺）
両親にもとは書いてありましたが、兄弟には！？というのが私も気になりました😅 でもいいですよねー！外遊びする場所に困らなそうで！
Leothreadありがとうございます。直しました！
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