The Firefly Squid of Toyama Bay
ほたるいかミュージアム
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
Bioluminescent firefly squid light up this Japanese fishing port.

📜 See the spectacular bioluminescent firefly squid in Toyama Bay.
🔍 Visit the world's only museum dedicated to these glowing creatures.

Why Go

✨ Witness millions of squids turning the bay into a gleaming blue froth
🦑 Learn about the mysterious firefly squid at the museum
🚢 Take an early morning boat tour to see the phenomenon (March-June)
🍽️ Taste firefly squid dishes and local delicacies

Why Avoid

🗓️ Main squid light show is seasonal (March 20th - May 31st)
⏰ Boat tours depart very early (around 3 AM)
🌊 Boat tours can be cancelled due to rough weather or low squid numbers

Tips

🅿️ Free parking for 160 vehicles available at the museum.
🚶 Museum is a 10-minute walk from Namerikawa Station.
♿ Wheelchair accessible with loans available and accessible toilets.

Cost

💰 Adult: 820 yen (March 20th - May 31st), 620 yen (rest of year). Child: 410 yen / 310 yen.

Hours

🕒 Museum: 9:00-17:00 (last entry 16:30). Closed Tuesdays (except March 20th-May 31st), New Year's Eve/Day, and last Monday of Jan for 3 days.
🚢 Boat tours: March to early May, around 3 AM.

Last updated 10 days ago

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