[Minamichita Beachland] Popular "Swim with Dolphins" event returns with expanded schedule due to high demand
Minamichita Beachland announces the return of its special "Let's Swim with Dolphins!" program starting June 6, 2026, with an expanded schedule. Advance web tickets are required.
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Minamichita Beachland (Okuda, Mihama-cho, Chita-gun; Director: Mamoru Ishido) will host the special experience event "Let's Swim with Dolphins!" starting Saturday, June 6, 2026, where participants can hold onto a dolphin's dorsal fin and swim together in a pool.
Following its debut last year, which saw tickets sell out immediately, the program has expanded its schedule this year to allow more guests to participate.
Advance "Swim with Dolphins Experience Web Tickets" (which include park admission) will go on sale via the official Minamichita Beachland website starting Saturday, May 23, 2026.
Details are as follows:
[Let's Swim with Dolphins!]
Experience a special summer memory by holding onto a dolphin's fin for a lap around the pool, feeding the dolphins underwater, and observing them as they swim freely.
[Event Period] Saturday, June 6, 2026 – Sunday, September 27, 2026
[Event Dates] Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays during the period, plus August 12 (Wed) – August 14 (Fri)
[Capacity] Once daily, 5 people per day (Duration: approx. 40 minutes)
[Eligibility] 4th grade of elementary school and above
[Location] Dolphin Encounter Pool at Minamichita Beachland
[Fee] Adults (High school and above): 12,000 yen; Children (4th grade and above): 11,000 yen (Park admission included for both)
*Sales start on May 23 (Sat) at 10:00 via the official website.
[What to Bring] Clothes suitable for water (rash guard, shorts, etc.), marine boots or thick socks, and a bath towel.
*Swimwear alone is not permitted; guests must wear an outer garment or shorts over their swimwear.
*Changing rooms and coin-operated showers are available.
Following its debut last year, which saw tickets sell out immediately, the program has expanded its schedule this year to allow more guests to participate.
Advance "Swim with Dolphins Experience Web Tickets" (which include park admission) will go on sale via the official Minamichita Beachland website starting Saturday, May 23, 2026.
Details are as follows:
[Let's Swim with Dolphins!]
Experience a special summer memory by holding onto a dolphin's fin for a lap around the pool, feeding the dolphins underwater, and observing them as they swim freely.
[Event Period] Saturday, June 6, 2026 – Sunday, September 27, 2026
[Event Dates] Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays during the period, plus August 12 (Wed) – August 14 (Fri)
[Capacity] Once daily, 5 people per day (Duration: approx. 40 minutes)
[Eligibility] 4th grade of elementary school and above
[Location] Dolphin Encounter Pool at Minamichita Beachland
[Fee] Adults (High school and above): 12,000 yen; Children (4th grade and above): 11,000 yen (Park admission included for both)
*Sales start on May 23 (Sat) at 10:00 via the official website.
[What to Bring] Clothes suitable for water (rash guard, shorts, etc.), marine boots or thick socks, and a bath towel.
*Swimwear alone is not permitted; guests must wear an outer garment or shorts over their swimwear.
*Changing rooms and coin-operated showers are available.
FAQ
Is the dolphin swimming event open to everyone?
It is open to participants in 4th grade of elementary school and above. Appropriate clothing such as a rash guard or shorts over swimwear is required.
Does the event take place even in bad weather?
It may be subject to change or cancellation depending on pool conditions or inclement weather. Please check the official website for details.
Are same-day tickets available?
Tickets are sold online in advance, so they may sell out before the event date.