Kiho Town Sea Turtle Park is located in Kiho Town, an area along the Kumano-nada coast where sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs. The park is a roadside rest area with a distinctive attraction: the Sea Turtle Interaction Park, an aquarium where visitors can observe live sea turtles swimming in their pools from above or through underwater viewing windows.
The facility also features aquariums displaying saltwater fish found in the Kumano-nada Sea, as well as a touch pool where visitors can encounter marine creatures that inhabit coastal waters. Special events sometimes offer opportunities to interact directly with sea turtles. Admission to the sea turtle facility is free.
Beyond its marine attractions, Kiho Town Sea Turtle Park is a convenient place to discover the region’s local specialties. The market sells a wide variety of products, including fresh agricultural produce grown in the surrounding area.
The casual dining area serves affordable meals made with local ingredients. Visitors can relax over a meal while enjoying views of the beautiful Kumano-nada coastline, making the park a pleasant stop for travelers exploring the southern part of Mie Prefecture.