Ocean Expo Park

**Overview** Ocean Expo Park gives a mixed-age group room to choose its own pace. In Motobu, use the park map to pick one anchor and a nearby meeting point. Children can start with marine life, while relatives who prefer quieter stops can look at the botanical or cultural facilities. Put the paid aquarium on the schedule only if everyone wants it, and decide in advance how to regroup. One side of the park may be a substantial walk from another, so it pays to plan by cluster. The attractions guide covers the aquarium itself in more detail. **Key metrics** - International exposition: 1975 - Oceanic Culture Museum, adult: ¥190 - Tropical Dream Center, adult: ¥760 **Pros** - Several very different activities share one park. - Free spaces help a group keep its costs flexible. - Indoor options give everyone a place to pause. **Cons** - The grounds can mean more walking than expected. - Aquarium entry has a separate admission price. - Some facilities close on partial-opening Wednesdays. **Best for** Families who want to spend most of a day together and still give each generation a choice of activities. **Things to watch out for** The 2026–27 Wednesday trial changes which areas open. Check the official timetable for your date, especially for the planetarium and gardens.