[JAF Tohoku] Behind-the-scenes Tour at Oga Aquarium GAO - Member Experience Event

The JAF (Japan Automobile Federation) Tohoku Headquarters (General Manager: Hiroaki Watanabe) will hold the 'JAF Festival Tohoku in Oga Aquarium GAO' on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Oga Aquarium GAO in Oga City, Akita Prefecture.

Oga Aquarium GAO exhibits 10,000 creatures across 400 species, including polar bears and Akita Prefecture's 'hatahata' fish. This event includes talks by GAO keepers and a guided tour of the aquarium's behind-the-scenes areas, which are usually inaccessible to the public. Additionally, participants can experience making hand-made straps using Oga seashells and join a raffle featuring souvenirs from across the Tohoku region.

[Event Overview] - Date and Time: July 18, 2026 (Sat) 10:00–16:00 (Morning: 10:00–12:30 / Afternoon: 13:30–16:00) - Location: Oga Aquarium GAO (Toga Shiohama, Oga City, Akita Prefecture) - Activities: Keeper talks, seashell strap making workshop, behind-the-scenes tour, raffle. - Capacity: 120 people (minimum 100 required). 60 per session. - Eligibility: JAF member and their group. - Participation Fee: [Membership < 10 years]: Adult 1,400 JPY, Elementary/Middle schooler 600 JPY [Membership >= 10 years]: Adult 1,300 JPY, Elementary/Middle schooler 500 JPY [JAF member & annual pass holder]: Adult 500 JPY, Elementary/Middle schooler 500 JPY - Application Deadline: June 30, 2026 (Tue) - Inquiries: JAF Akita Branch: 018-864-8492