Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium Dolphin and Sea Lion Ocean Live Show Renewed
Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium has fully renewed its Dolphin and Sea Lion Ocean Live Show starting March 12, 2026. NAKED, INC. is responsible for the direction and production, presenting two different live programs for day and night. It offers entertainment where visitors can experience the world of the sea with all five senses, combining light, sound, video, and the dynamic movements of the creatures.
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NAKED, INC. (English name: NAKED, INC. / Location: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo / Representative: Ryotaro Muramatsu) is in charge of the direction and production of the Dolphin and Sea Lion Ocean Live Show at Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium, which is comprehensively produced by Nomura Co., Ltd., and was fully renewed from March 12, 2026 (Thursday).
This renewal features two programs: the DAY LIVE "WOOOOARAI!! —The Story of Encounters Beginning Here—" held during the day, and the NIGHT LIVE "FLOW A LIFE —The Pulsating Sea of Life—" held during night operations. The performances take place at the Ocean Theater within Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium. With themes of "encounters" and "the pulsation of life," it delivers live entertainment where visitors can experience the world of the sea with all five senses, fusing light, sound, and video production with the dynamic movements of the creatures.
◾️Renewal content with different compositions for day and night
DAY LIVE
"WOOOOARAI!! —The Story of Encounters Beginning Here—"
A story-driven live show set in the Oarai sea, depicting "encounters beginning here."
It creates an experience as if you are the protagonist of a story, fusing light, sound, and video production with the dynamic movements of the creatures.
NIGHT LIVE
"FLOW A LIFE —The Pulsating Sea of Life—"
A live program limited to night operations.
It expresses the circulation and connection of life, themed around the "tidal current" where the Kuroshio and Oyashio currents meet. Through advanced video expression and expanded lighting production, it offers a spatial experience different from the daytime performance.
◾️Highlights of the renewal
This renewal redesigns the dolphin and sea lion performances from a program that is "just watched" to a live show where space, natural environment, and audience experience become one. It was structured by combining new perspectives with the strengths of the Ocean Live cultivated so far. By expanding the video projection range and strengthening the lighting production, it evolves into a live show that envelops the entire space, unfolding as an immersive, story-driven experience themed around the "tidal current" where the Kuroshio and Oyashio currents meet, diving into the sea.
Creation of space through expanded video production
By expanding the projection range, an integrated spatial composition spanning the stage and audience seats is achieved. Production utilizing the entire space is realized by employing equipment suitable for each day and night concept.
Real-time linkage of dolphin and sea lion movements with video
Introduces effects where light and particles spread in response to jumps and calls. Performance and visuals are fused.
Strengthening of narrative through concept redesign
The "intersection of life" is set as the theme, centered on the "tidal current" of the Oarai sea where the Kuroshio and Oyashio currents meet. Through stories and productions based on the respective day and night concepts, it provides a special experience that makes you feel溶け込む into that world.
◾️Program Outline
Event Name
DAY LIVE: "WOOOOARAI!! —The Story of Encounters Beginning Here—"
NIGHT LIVE: "FLOW A LIFE —The Pulsating Sea of Life—"
Venue
Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium
Period
From March 12, 2026 (Thursday) (Permanent exhibition/performance)
Operating Hours
・DAY LIVE: Held anytime during the day (Performance time: approx. 20 minutes)
・NIGHT LIVE: Held during night operations (Performance time: approx. 15 minutes)
*Please check the official website for specific opening times and the number of performances per day.
Ticket Prices
【Daytime Operation】 9:00 〜 17:00 *Subject to change seasonally
・Admission Fee:
Adults (high school students and above) 2,300 yen
Elementary/junior high school students 1,100 yen
Infants (3 years and older) 400 yen
Under 3 years old: Free
*If the facility is crowded, priority admission will be given to those with WEB tickets or annual passports.
【Nighttime Operation】 17:45 〜 20:00 (Generally held every Saturday)
・Admission Fee:
Adults (high school students and above): 2,300 yen
Elementary/junior high school students: 1,100 yen
Infants (3 years and older): 400 yen
Under 3 years old: Free
Notes on purchasing tickets
*Nighttime operation requires a dedicated ticket for admission. Please note that annual passports, advance tickets, and invitation tickets cannot be used for admission.
*The schedule may change during peak seasons such as Golden Week and Obon, or depending on event implementation status.
*It is not possible to continue using the facility for nighttime operation after daytime operation.
Official Website
https://www.aquaworld-oarai.com/
Organizer
Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium
Overall Production
Nomura Co., Ltd.
Direction and Production
NAKED, INC.
◾️Nomura Co., Ltd.
Founded in 1892. With the mission of delivering "joy and excitement" to people through spatial creation, the company plans, designs, and constructs commercial facilities, hotels, corporate PR facilities, workplaces, expositions, museums, and more.
This renewal features two programs: the DAY LIVE "WOOOOARAI!! —The Story of Encounters Beginning Here—" held during the day, and the NIGHT LIVE "FLOW A LIFE —The Pulsating Sea of Life—" held during night operations. The performances take place at the Ocean Theater within Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium. With themes of "encounters" and "the pulsation of life," it delivers live entertainment where visitors can experience the world of the sea with all five senses, fusing light, sound, and video production with the dynamic movements of the creatures.
◾️Renewal content with different compositions for day and night
DAY LIVE
"WOOOOARAI!! —The Story of Encounters Beginning Here—"
A story-driven live show set in the Oarai sea, depicting "encounters beginning here."
It creates an experience as if you are the protagonist of a story, fusing light, sound, and video production with the dynamic movements of the creatures.
NIGHT LIVE
"FLOW A LIFE —The Pulsating Sea of Life—"
A live program limited to night operations.
It expresses the circulation and connection of life, themed around the "tidal current" where the Kuroshio and Oyashio currents meet. Through advanced video expression and expanded lighting production, it offers a spatial experience different from the daytime performance.
◾️Highlights of the renewal
This renewal redesigns the dolphin and sea lion performances from a program that is "just watched" to a live show where space, natural environment, and audience experience become one. It was structured by combining new perspectives with the strengths of the Ocean Live cultivated so far. By expanding the video projection range and strengthening the lighting production, it evolves into a live show that envelops the entire space, unfolding as an immersive, story-driven experience themed around the "tidal current" where the Kuroshio and Oyashio currents meet, diving into the sea.
Creation of space through expanded video production
By expanding the projection range, an integrated spatial composition spanning the stage and audience seats is achieved. Production utilizing the entire space is realized by employing equipment suitable for each day and night concept.
Real-time linkage of dolphin and sea lion movements with video
Introduces effects where light and particles spread in response to jumps and calls. Performance and visuals are fused.
Strengthening of narrative through concept redesign
The "intersection of life" is set as the theme, centered on the "tidal current" of the Oarai sea where the Kuroshio and Oyashio currents meet. Through stories and productions based on the respective day and night concepts, it provides a special experience that makes you feel溶け込む into that world.
◾️Program Outline
Event Name
DAY LIVE: "WOOOOARAI!! —The Story of Encounters Beginning Here—"
NIGHT LIVE: "FLOW A LIFE —The Pulsating Sea of Life—"
Venue
Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium
Period
From March 12, 2026 (Thursday) (Permanent exhibition/performance)
Operating Hours
・DAY LIVE: Held anytime during the day (Performance time: approx. 20 minutes)
・NIGHT LIVE: Held during night operations (Performance time: approx. 15 minutes)
*Please check the official website for specific opening times and the number of performances per day.
Ticket Prices
【Daytime Operation】 9:00 〜 17:00 *Subject to change seasonally
・Admission Fee:
Adults (high school students and above) 2,300 yen
Elementary/junior high school students 1,100 yen
Infants (3 years and older) 400 yen
Under 3 years old: Free
*If the facility is crowded, priority admission will be given to those with WEB tickets or annual passports.
【Nighttime Operation】 17:45 〜 20:00 (Generally held every Saturday)
・Admission Fee:
Adults (high school students and above): 2,300 yen
Elementary/junior high school students: 1,100 yen
Infants (3 years and older): 400 yen
Under 3 years old: Free
Notes on purchasing tickets
*Nighttime operation requires a dedicated ticket for admission. Please note that annual passports, advance tickets, and invitation tickets cannot be used for admission.
*The schedule may change during peak seasons such as Golden Week and Obon, or depending on event implementation status.
*It is not possible to continue using the facility for nighttime operation after daytime operation.
Official Website
https://www.aquaworld-oarai.com/
Organizer
Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium
Overall Production
Nomura Co., Ltd.
Direction and Production
NAKED, INC.
◾️Nomura Co., Ltd.
Founded in 1892. With the mission of delivering "joy and excitement" to people through spatial creation, the company plans, designs, and constructs commercial facilities, hotels, corporate PR facilities, workplaces, expositions, museums, and more.